The Fostering Collective

Certified Babysitter Training

LifeSource Community Church 1601 S. Main Street, Lindale, Texas

Thank you LifeSource Community Church in Lindale for hosting our July Babysitter Training! We are excited to offer a one time training that we partner with local child placing agencies to certify sitters for foster families.  Participating agencies include 4Kids4Families, Arrow, Bair, TBHC, Methodist Children's Home, Grace Manor, Christian Homes, Azleway, UpBring, Hope Haven, Buckner, […]

Pop In Back to School Bash – Henderson

Legacy House 301 West Elk, Henderson, Texas

Pop in to the Legacy House between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM to pick up school supplies, school clothes, and a special treat! While you're here, be sure to check out our Outdoor Sensory Area, which will be open from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for families to enjoy. We'd love to see you—stop by, connect with other families, and […]

Back to School Bash – Tyler

110 Student Center - Green Acres Baptist Church 1607 Troup Hwy, Tyler, Texas

Foster, adoptive and kinship families join us for a great night of food, fun and fellowship before we head back to school.  We will be passing out school supplies graciously collected and donated by our community. Come get all the supplies you need as you prepare for the upcoming school year. Register Here

Back to School Bash – Mount Pleasant

Tennison Memorial Methodist Church 313 N Church Street, Mount Pleasant, Texas

Foster, adoptive and kinship families join us for a great night of food, fun and fellowship before we head back to school.  We will be passing out school supplies graciously collected and donated by our community. Come get all the supplies you need as you prepare for the upcoming school year. Register Here

Longview Mom Collective

Silver Grizzly 100 West Tyler Street, Longview, Texas

Are you a mom who fosters, has adopted, or cares for children through kinship placement? Join us for our Mom Collective Community Group in the Longview area! This supportive group is a welcoming space to connect with other moms who share similar journeys, find encouragement, and build lasting community. Contact: Led by Jenny Archer and […]

Mom Collective – A Monthly Virtual Meeting for Foster, Adoptive and Kinship Moms

Virtual

Are you a mom who fosters, has adopted, or cares for children through kinship placement? Join us online for our Mom Collective Community Group! This supportive group is a welcoming space to connect with other moms who share similar journeys, find encouragement, and build lasting community online together! Join Virtually Here Meeting ID: 863 9181 […]

Mt Pleasant Mom Collective

The Fostering Collective - Mount Pleasant Office 217 N Jefferson SUITE 2, Mount Pleasant, TX, United States

Are you a mom who fosters, has adopted, or cares for children through kinship placement? Join us for our Mom Collective Community Group in the Mt. Pleasant area! This supportive group is a welcoming space to connect with other moms who share similar journeys, find encouragement, and build lasting community. Contact: Led by Jenn Tosh.  Please reach out […]

Foster Care and Adoption 101 – Online Meeting

Virtual

Interested in learning how you can support children in foster care or explore adoption through Heart Gallery East Texas? Join us for a virtual information session where we’ll guide you through the licensure process for fostering or adopting and highlight the many ways you can make a meaningful impact. You’ll learn about opportunities to serve […]

Dad Collective Rangers Game

Globe Life Field 734 Stadium Dr E, Arlington, Texas

Play ball! Grab your glove (or just your favorite ball cap) and join fellow foster, adoptive, and kinship dads for a night at the ballpark as the Texas Rangers take the field on Friday, August 7th at 7:05 PM. More details on departure from Tyler and travel plans are coming soon. It’s the perfect chance […]

Tyler Dad Collective

Torchy's 426 East South Loop 323, Tyler, TX, United States

Are you a Dad who fosters, has adopted, or cares for children through kinship placement? Join us for our Dad Collective Community Group for the Tyler area! This supportive group is a welcoming space to connect with other Dads who share similar journeys, find encouragement, build lasting community. Contact:Led by Johnson Ward, please call 214-693-7556 […]