The Foster Care Funnel three levels of involvement in foster care
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There are a lot of different ways to help out children and families in the foster care system. Some require a lot of commitment and others are really easy. Some make a longer term impact than others. This simple guide will help you discern what's what and how you and others in your church can best help children and families.
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
The Foster Care Funnel three levels of involvement in foster care
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
top-funnel examples Christmas present drives School supply drives Meeting physical needs (clothing, furniture,etc‌)
Meals Prayer
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
top-funnel description Easiest Level of Engagement One-time short-term commitment Highest Number of People Will Respond Usually does not involve interaction with children in care No training or background checks needed Best when used to guide people to next level of engagement Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
mid-funnel examples Court Advocacy (C.A.S.A.) Mentoring Family Preservation and Reunification Volunteering at a camp for kids in care Social Worker Care
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
mid-funnel description Requires moderate amount of time On-going consistent interaction with kids Often requires training and a background check High-impact opportunities that more people would do if they knew why they were important and how to get started
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
bottom-funnel examples
Respite Care Foster Parenting Adoption of a Waiting Child
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
bottom-funnel description Longer-term commitment Lower level of participation Usually requires paperwork, background checks, training and a home study Many people who feel ready to take this step have already been involved at one of the other two levels
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.
FOSTER movement You can play a vital role in providing more than enough for kids and families in foster care in the county where you live. We can help you get there. To learn more, visit: cafo.org/fostermovement
Š2016 Christian Alliance for Orphans National Foster Care Initiative. Used with permission.