Changing the Lives of Children in Foster Care, One Family at a Time
Every kid deserves a childhood free of abuse and neglect within a family that offers love, stability, and safety. FosterAdopt Connect actively monitors the changing needs of children in foster and adoptive care within the community to identify gaps in available services. To fill these gaps, we search nationally and internationally for best practices to implement and, if none are available, we create innovative solutions to improve outcomes for the children and families we serve.
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FosterAdopt Connect’s programs and services result in positive change for those who need it the most. Through innovation and dedication, we walk hand-in-hand with children and families to ensure they’re heard as they navigate uncertainty.
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Huge thanks to Western Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center for the amazing quilts they provided to the brand-new TCC shelter. So grateful for the thoughtful design and work that went into each of these, and can't wait to see the comfort they provide to youth who truly need it.
Want to take control of your Missouri tax dollars? Gifts to FosterAdopt Connect qualify for a 70% Missouri State Tax Credit, which can be applied to your tax liability now or carried forward up to 5 years. That means a gift of $1,000 could cost you as little as $129 out of pocket — all while directly supporting children and families navigating the foster care system.
Any individual or business with Missouri business income may be eligible, including rental property owners, farm operations, S-Corps, LLCs, and more. Reach out to Carla Randall at carla.randall@fosteradopt.org or 417-349-6860 to learn more, and consult your tax advisor for details specific to your situation.
