Events

This year, we celebrated Foster Hope Day in a BIG way, raising an astonishing $2.07M to close out the Coalition's two-year, $10M capital campaign. Now, we can move into our new headquarters, from which we will serve 100% of children entering foster care, quadruple the number of foster parents, and much more! We are extremely [...] Continue Reading

We are immensely grateful to everyone who attended our eras-themed trivia night! Your participation made the evening memorable and fun, and your support is invaluable to our mission. We’re even more excited that you attended this 35th Anniversary edition of trivia night, Transforming Lives at 35: Rewriting the Next Chapter of the Foster Care Story [...] Continue Reading

You've made this an unforgettable start to our 35th anniversary. With your incredible support, you've helped us kick off our 35th anniversary by raising over $235,000! Your gift, along with hundreds of like-minded individuals, reaffirms our shared belief that every child deserves the support of a safe, loving family. Your gift will be the catalyst [...] Continue Reading

Thank You for an Incredible Hope in a Handbag; 35th Anniversary Edition! Hope in a Handbag was a HUGE success, and we couldn’t have done it without every single one of you! Heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for your support of Hope in a Handbag. Whether you attended, contributed, or simply [...] Continue Reading

Author: Norah Okilee What an adventure! This year, we raised an enchanting $243,356 to ensure no child faces the future alone. We couldn’t be more grateful that you once again made Foster Hope Day such a success. From our family to yours, thank you so much! Because of you and our community of generous volunteers, [...] Continue Reading

Author: Ginette Rhodes Bites at The Big Top was easily one of the top food festivals in St. Louis this year! The air was thick with excitement as guests arrived at The Big Top early for the first Bites at The Big Top fundraiser hosted by the Foster and Adoptive Care Coalition. Their outfits dazzled, [...] Continue Reading

About Bites at The Big Top 5 Ways to Support Bites at The Big Top Purchase tickets to attend Bites at The Big Top. Share our social media posts, forward our emails, and tell your friends about us. Become a partner. Are you a restaurant owner, mixologist, or brewer? Reach out to Felisha Smith to [...] Continue Reading

About Foster Hope Day 4 Steps to Foster Hope Day Donate and enter to win one of our incredible raffle prizes. Share our social media posts, forward our emails and tell your friends about us. We'll be live throughout the day on Facebook (Miss anything? Don't worry, videos will also be posted on the Charidy [...] Continue Reading

This spring was our first in-person event season since 2020—the most successful ever in Coalition history. And while the dollars raised and new supporters are incredible, the real story is the impact your investment will have on kids who have spent time in foster care. This year our Give STL Day goal was $250,000—our largest [...] Continue Reading