DC Child and Family Services Agency

Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it! A huge thank you to New Chapel Baptist Church for their incredible coat donation. Because of their generosity, children and families across DC will stay warm and protected this winter. This is what community looks like: showing up, looking out, and making sure no neighbor is left in the cold.

Thank you for being such an amazing partner in care!

Welcome to 2026! We are excited at DC Child and Family Services to begin a new year of service and impact. Through our Partners for Kids and Families arm of the agency, we are committed to giving back and finding innovative ways to support not only families, but also the children throughout the Washington, D.C. area. We invite you to join us as we strive to reach our goals and ensure that every child in care across Washington, D.C. receives exceptional, compassionate, and meaningful services. Learn more at https://bit.ly/CFSA_PKF

February – Valentine’s Day Session

Turn compassion into action this Valentine’s Day. Love doesn’t have to be perfect—just present. Saturday, February 14 | 10:00 AM | Virtual. Register at www.fosterdckids.org or call (202) 671-LOVE (5683)

Have you ever thought about becoming a foster parent in DC? 💙

Join CFSA for our DC Families for DC Kids Information Session on Friday, December 13, from 10–11 a.m.

✅ Learn what it takes to become a resource parent
✅ Hear how you can support children and teens in your own community
✅ Get answers to your questions in a welcoming space

👉 To learn more and register, visit fosterdckids.org or call 202-671-LOVE.

There’s a child in DC who needs your “yes.”

Join the !

This season, we are on a mission to spread hope and support families in need, and we need your help!

We are challenging 5 companies or community partners to each donate 20 baskets filled with non-perishable food items to feed a family of 4 this Thanksgiving. Here's the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/4o7pM4p

✅ Accept the challenge
✅ Tag another business or agency to join
✅ Let’s make a difference….one basket at a time!

Deadline to accept the challenge: November 7, 2025

Smiles, good vibes, and giving back — that’s how we do Fridays at PKF! 😄💛

There’s nothing better than spreading joy while supporting kids and families in our community. Huge thanks to our amazing donors who make it all possible!

Schedule your donation today and be part of the kindness. The smiles are free and contagious.

Help Us Bring Hope to 320 Kids in Foster Care This Holiday Season

While many of us are planning joyful holidays, children and families connected to the foster care system are facing the season with uncertainty and need.

This year, we are working to:

* Fulfill the wish lists for 320 children
* Provide Thanksgiving meals
* Support hundreds of families with essentials

Want to help? Sponsor a child, donate a gift, or build a Thanksgiving food basket.

Sign Up Here:

Thanksgiving Drive Sign-Up Form: https://forms.office.com/g/uuB8M2x9nU

Holiday Gift Sign-Up Form: https://forms.office.com/g/0gRw7hTFbP

Help spread holiday magic to children and families connected to CFSA! We're collecting Thanksgiving Meals and Holiday Gifts. Just one meal, one wish, or one act of love can make a difference.

Give a Thanksgiving Meal: https://bit.ly/4h2Ntb7
Give a Holiday Gift: https://bit.ly/471fRG9

⏰ Only 1 day left!

Our 60-Day Bags for Dignity Campaign ends tomorrow, Saturday, September 6. Thanks to this incredible community, we’ve already collected thousands of bags, and we’re just a few away from our 2,500 bag goal!

Will we reach it? With your help, we know we can.

🎒 Donate a bag today: https://bit.ly/BagsForDignity

💌 Share this campaign—let’s make a real difference together!

🎒📚 Back to School is for EVERYONE!

The Mayor’s Services Liaison Office invites you to TWO exciting events on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 10AM – 1PM at the DC Courthouse (500 Indiana Ave.):

👩🏾‍🎓 Back to School: Adult Edition – 1st Floor
It’s never too late to start! Come explore opportunities and resources for adult learners. No registration required.

✈️ Launch and Learn Fair – JM Level
✅ Free school supplies, backpacks & uniforms (verification required)
✅ Engaging exhibitors
✅ Surprises & giveaways
✅ Learn about resources, programs & supports for families

📞 For more info: (202) 879-1904 | JM-185

✨ Don’t miss this chance to get prepared, inspired, and connected!

“I feel unwanted.”

“It feels like I’m extra baggage people are trying to get rid of.”

These are real words from a 20-year-old in foster care. This is what it feels like to carry your life in a trash bag.

Together, we can change that.

With your help, we can make sure no child in DC’s foster care system ever has to feel like they’re disposable.

Click here to donate a bag: https://bit.ly/BagsForDignity

Share the campaign. Be the difference.