Necco Foster Care

11/01/2026

Necco proudly supports Issue 10. Every child deserves someone who shows up. Issue 10 is how Hamilton County shows up for kids who have no one else. Vote yes!

10/31/2026

Fostering ISN’T scary! What’s scary is the possibility of a foster youth not getting to experience Halloween fun!

Many children in foster care haven’t gotten the opportunity to experience trick-or-treating, dressing up in a fun costume, or watching Halloween movies with loved ones. You have the chance to give them these firsts, and many more!

Learn more about fostering with us. No tricks, just treats 🎃 learn more at necco.org

10/30/2026

Issue 10's funding helps provide critical services for children and families, including foster care support, mental health resources, healthcare access, and safe shelter.

We're proud to support efforts that strengthen the wellbeing of children across our community!

We hope you'll show up to the polls and support Issue 10 for early voting this weekend, or on Election Day this upcoming Tuesday!

10/28/2026

10/28/2026

A few snapshots from our corporate team's Halloween Party 📸

Congrats to Heaven on winning our pumpkin painting contest 🎃🖼️ and Julie on winning our costume contest, papoy! 🥽🍌

And a huge thank you to Anita and Maddie for throwing yet another wonderful party!

10/25/2026

Springdale’s Life Coach, Terry gives a quick breakdown of how our Independent Living youth are gaining independence each day, week, and month!

10/22/2026

Our very own Matt McSweeney represented us on WSAZ NewsChannel 3! He highlighted how the need for foster parents is very real in Huntington, WV. and how we're here to support you during your entire fostering journey!

Shout out to Matt for being such a great representative of everything we stand for! We're here because amazing people like him are spreading awareness and putting in the hard work to bring children into safe homes🧡

Foster parents needed

09/01/2026

🍂 FALL INTO FOSTER CARE SUPPORT STARTS NOW! 🍂

Help us spread foster care awareness across Southern West Virginia this September, and have some fun while you’re at it!

It’s easy:

🍁 PICK UP a NECCO foster care yard sign from our Beckley office from 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday, or contact us and we’ll help coordinate delivery within the counties we serve.

🍁 PLACE your sign somewhere visible — your yard, your business, or anywhere you have permission.

🍁 SNAP a photo once it’s up.

🍁 SEND us your photo in Messenger so we can count your placement!

🏆 THREE WAYS TO WIN

🥇 TOP THREE: The three participants with the most verified sign placements by September 30 will each receive a prize basket!

🎁 BONUS DRAWINGS: Every unique, verified sign placement earns you an entry into random prize drawings throughout the month.

📱 WEEKLY SOCIAL DRAWING: Share a photo of your sign on Facebook using for another chance to win! Make sure your post is public so we can find your entry.

One unique sign placement = one point + one bonus drawing entry. Place more signs, get more chances to win!

📅 September 2-30, 2026

Every sign helps spread the word that children and teens in our communities need safe, supportive foster families.

So grab a sign, find it a home, snap a picture, and help us FALL INTO FOSTER CARE SUPPORT! 🍂❤️

📍 NECCO–Beckley serves Raleigh, Fayette, Nicholas, Greenbrier, Summers, Monroe & Mercer Counties.

Call us at 304-250-1200 or pick up at 158 Dye Drive in Beckley!

08/28/2026

🍂 Something new is coming this September!
We’re kicking off our first Fall Into Foster Care Support sign challenge on September 1!
Help us spread foster care awareness throughout Southern West Virginia by placing signs in your community... and have a chance to win some pretty great prizes while you’re at it. 👀
Signs will be available from our Beckley office, and we can help coordinate delivery within the counties we serve if you need. We serve families in Raleigh, Fayette, Nicholas, Greenbrier, Mercer, Summers, and Monroe counties. Who do you know that would host a sign? Who thinks they can win the big prize?
Full details coming Monday!
In the meantime, who thinks they can cover the most ground? 🍁

08/24/2026

❤️ Myth vs. Fact Monday

There is no age limit on the need for connection, encouragement, and a place to feel supported.

Teens in foster care are navigating school, friendships, first jobs, future plans, and the transition toward adulthood. Through all of those milestones, having a dependable adult in their corner can matter.

For sibling groups, remaining together when possible can help preserve an important source of familiarity and connection during a time of significant change.

Fostering an older youth or sibling group may look different than fostering a young child, but you will not be expected to figure it out alone. NECCO provides training, resources, and ongoing support to help foster parents meet the individual needs of the children and youth in their care.

Maybe the child or youth who fits your family is not the age you first imagined.

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message to learn more about fostering teens and sibling groups.

08/24/2026

❤️ Myth vs. Fact Monday

MYTH: You have to be married or own a home to become a foster parent.

FACT: There is no single picture of what a foster family has to look like.

Foster parents can come from many different backgrounds and family structures. What matters is being able to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for a child or youth in foster care.

You may be single or married. You may rent or own your home. If you have wondered whether your circumstances would prevent you from fostering, do not count yourself out before asking.

NECCO can walk you through the requirements, answer your questions, and help you understand whether fostering may be a good fit for you and your household.

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message to start the conversation.

What other foster care myths have you heard? Tell us in the comments and we may address one on an upcoming Monday.

08/24/2026

❤️ Myth vs. Fact Monday

MYTH: Children and youth in foster care come with “too much baggage.”

FACT: Every child comes with a story, experiences, strengths, hopes, and relationships that are uniquely their own.

Children and youth in foster care may have experienced difficult circumstances, but those experiences do not define who they are or who they can become. What they need are adults willing to approach them with patience, consistency, understanding, and respect.

Foster parenting is not about fixing a child. It is about creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can feel supported while remaining connected to the people, communities, and relationships that matter to them.

NECCO provides foster parents with training, resources, and ongoing support throughout the journey.

Have you heard something about foster care that you are unsure is true? Drop your question in the comments or send us a message. We may feature it on an upcoming Myth vs. Fact Monday.

📞 (304) 250-1200

08/22/2026

☀️ Small Moments Saturday

Sometimes believing in a young person starts with simply noticing what matters to them.

Asking about their goals. Showing up for an activity. Helping them practice a new skill. Celebrating progress. Reminding them that one difficult day does not define what tomorrow can look like.

For children and youth in foster care, having a consistent adult who recognizes their strengths and encourages their interests can help build confidence and connection.

Foster parents have the opportunity to be that steady presence while also supporting the relationships and connections that are important to each child.

NECCO provides training, resources, and ongoing support to help foster families through the everyday moments and the bigger milestones.

Could you be someone who encourages a child or youth to keep reaching for what comes next?

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message to learn more about becoming a foster parent.

08/22/2026

☀️ Small Moments Saturday

Some of the most meaningful parts of childhood are the moments that might seem ordinary.

Making pancakes on a Saturday morning. Getting help with a school project. Picking a movie together. Laughing at the dinner table. Having someone ask, “How was your day?” and truly listen to the answer.

For children and youth in foster care, consistent everyday experiences can help create connection, build trust, and bring a sense of normalcy during times of change.

Foster parenting is often found in these moments. It is showing up with patience, encouragement, and care, one day at a time.

NECCO provides training, resources, and ongoing support so foster families have someone walking alongside them throughout their journey.

Could your family have room for a few more everyday moments?

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message to learn more.

08/21/2026

💬 FAQ Friday

Can I foster if I already have children at home? Yes, many foster parents begin their journey while raising children of their own.

Choosing to foster is a decision that involves the whole household. Before welcoming a child or youth into your home, it is important to talk openly as a family about what fostering may look like, the changes everyone may experience, and how each family member can feel heard and supported.

NECCO works with prospective foster families throughout the process to help them prepare their household and understand the needs of children and youth in foster care.

Every family is different, which is why asking questions before you begin is so important. We are here to help you explore whether fostering is a good fit for yours.

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message to start the conversation.

Have another question about becoming a foster parent? Drop it in the comments. It might be featured in an upcoming FAQ Friday!

08/21/2026

💬 FAQ Friday

Can I foster a teenager? Absolutely.

Teens in foster care still need the things every young person needs as they grow toward adulthood. They need adults who listen, celebrate their strengths, encourage their goals, and provide a dependable place to come home to.

Fostering a teen can look like helping them prepare for a job interview, cheering them on at an activity, talking about plans after graduation, sharing dinner after a long day, or simply being available when they need someone.

You do not have to have all the answers. NECCO provides training, resources, and ongoing support to help foster parents care for teens with patience, consistency, and understanding.

Have you ever considered opening your home to a teenager in foster care? We would love to answer your questions.

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message to learn more.

08/21/2026

🏡 FAQ Friday

One of the most common questions we hear is whether you need to own a house before you can foster.

The place you call home does not have to come with a mortgage. Families who rent may also be able to become foster parents when their home meets the appropriate safety and space requirements.

What matters is your ability to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where a child or youth can feel supported and cared for.

Not sure whether your current living situation would qualify? Ask us. NECCO can help you understand the requirements and what the process looks like before you make any decisions.

📞 Call (304) 250-1200 or send us a message. We are happy to answer your questions.

Have a foster care question you would like us to answer on a future FAQ Friday? Leave it in the comments or send us a message!