How we help foster and adoptive families thrive
We are a network of board members, supporters and advocates who work to improve the health and wellbeing of foster and adoptive families. As a community, we strive to:
INCREASE SUPPORT
Increase tangible supports for foster and adoptive families.
DECREASE BARRIERS
Decrease barriers to reduce foster family turnover.
INSPIRE INDIVIDUALS
Inspire diverse individuals and families to consider becoming a licensed foster home or adoptive parents.
REDUCE AGE-OUT
Reduce the number of children who age-out of care and never find their forever homes.
IMPROVE OUTCOMES
Improve short- and long-term social, mental and educational outcomes for children in care.
Your financial gifts help us do more to provide education, support and advocacy for Minnesota’s foster and adoptive families. We gratefully accept gifts of any amount to support the mission and vision of MNFAF. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit and all gifts are tax deductible. You can donate online with your credit or debit card. Thank you for your support!
Facts and Numbers
641
children in MN need adoptive homes immediately
185
children go into foster care each week in MN
8,600
children & young adults are in care on an average day
