ACFPA

05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day from the Alameda County Foster Parent Association 🌸

Today, we celebrate every kind of mom whose love, strength, and care help children feel safe, valued, and supported

Some mothers are connected by birth, others by choice, circumstance, or the simple act of opening their hearts and homes. Every nurturing hand, comforting hug, late-night talk, and moment of encouragement makes a difference that lasts a lifetime.

To the moms navigating reunification, healing, transitions, and new beginnings — we honor your resilience and dedication.

Today and every day, we celebrate the many ways motherhood changes lives for the better.

💐 Wishing you a Mother’s Day filled with love, appreciation, and joy.

05/08/2026

💙 May is National Foster Care Month 💙

This month, we recognize the incredible strength of children and youth in foster care, and we honor the foster parents, relative caregivers, social workers, advocates, and community members who show up with compassion every day.

At the ACFPA we believe no caregiver should walk this journey alone. Together, we build connection, share resources, support one another, and advocate for brighter futures for children and families across Alameda County.

Join the Association and become part of a caring community dedicated to supporting foster families and uplifting children in care.

✨ Become a member or donate online: https://acfpa1.org

04/28/2026

🚨 Alameda County Foster Families — Don’t Miss This! 🚨

There is almost $2M in Flex Funds available right now for foster/resource families—and it must be used by June 30, 2026 or it goes back to the state!

💰 What is it for?
✔️ Sports, camps, lessons & enrichment activities
✔️ Travel & supplies for activities
✔️ Transportation for family visits
✔️ Costs to help place/keep a child with relatives (moving, housing fixes, etc.)
✔️ Respite care

🚫 Note: Does NOT cover expenses for non-dependent children.

👧 Who qualifies?
- Foster youth who are dependents of Alameda County
- Living in a family-based placement (foster, relative, RFA, etc.)

🧾 How to get it?
1. Send a request to your Child Welfare Worker
2. Include what you need OR receipts for reimbursement
3. Group related receipts together (ex: all items for a camp or trip)

⚠️ let’s not let this money go to waste! Be sure our kids get every opportunity available 💙

04/23/2026

Yesterday we celebrated Earth Day. We were reminded that care changes everything. 🌎💚

Just like our planet, children in foster care need safe, nurturing environments to grow and thrive. A stable home can make all the difference—offering hope, healing, and the chance to bloom into something beautiful.

Planting a tree is an act of faith in the future. So is supporting a child in foster care. Whether you choose to foster, mentor, donate, or simply raise awareness, your actions help create a stronger, more compassionate world—for our children and our planet.

Let’s care for what matters most. 🚸

03/24/2026

Tonight’s general meeting is cancelled.

01/23/2026

Need help with Child Care?

Some years back, my husband and I fostered our first baby. She was an adorable 8 month old girl and we were so excited to take care of her. The only challenge was that both of us worked full time. …

12/02/2025

Help a foster child by giving today

https://alamedacountyfosterparentassociation.org/donations/

11/27/2025

To our memebers and supporters - Our heartfelt gratitude for everything you do! Your dedication, compassion, and steady support make an incredible difference every single day. Because of you, children feel seen and valued, and our community grows stronger.

Thank you for showing up, for giving your time and energy, and for believing in the mission of ACFPA. We are truly grateful for you.

11/23/2025

Registration for the Christmas Party 2025 event has been extended to December 1st!

As a reminder, to be registered for this event, you need to:
1. Be a member of the ACFPA or one of its affiliates AND
2. Complete a registration form for EACH child that lives in your home.
3. You will receive an email confirmation for all the registrations you complete so be sure to check your spam.

https://acfpa1.org/events

11/22/2025

November is National Adoption Month!

We celebrate families formed through adoption

There are over 37,000 children in foster care in CA in 2025. Around 5,500 children are adopted each year in California.

We raise awareness of the need for permanent families for children in foster care. All children deserve a safe, loving, and stable home. 💜

November is National Adoption Month. The Parentage Opportunity Program can help establish legal parentage for the children of unmarried or same-sex couples. Don’t pay for costly court procedures if you qualify, learn more about how the Parentage Opportunity Program can help at CalParentage.org