Other Ways to Help

Are you not looking to be a foster parent right now? That is ok! There are other ways to help. Explore this page to see other ways you can assist children (foster or not), foster parents, and your community.

Become a Babysitter or Respite Provider

There are times foster parents need a break from providing care. This is where babysitters and respite providers come in! If you are interested in babysitting or keeping a foster child on a temporary basis (less than two weeks) for our foster parents, we would love to hear from you.

For Our Agency You Would Need to Complete:

1. Background Check

2. Babysitter Application

3. Babysitter Orientation

4. Required Training

Report Suspected Abuse

If you suspect a child is being abused and/or neglected, report it. You can do so online or over the phone. Some guidelines can be found below.

Reporting Abuse, Neglect, or Exploitation

Reporting Suspected Abuse or Neglect of a Child in Texas: Reporting Basics

Become a CASA

What is a CASA? Court Appointed Special Advocate. If you are interested, reach out to your local CASA office.

East Texas (Tyler Area):

https://casaforkidsofet.org/how-to-help/become-casa-volunteer/

Deep East Texas (Shelby County Area):

https://casaofdet.com/

Donate Funds

We accept monetary donations throughout the year. Our fundraisers are generally held to help provide a memorable Christmas for our foster families and the children in their care. However, funds donated go toward other needs as well. See the bottom of this page for more information.

If you would like to donate...

Donations received go toward:

Providing items at emergency placements
Covering summer camp fees
Helping with special medical needs
Providing Christmas for our foster children
Helping cover cost of items needed for extracurricular activities (such as band instruments, cheerleading outfits, etc.)
Covering respite care for our foster parents

and MORE!