Every child needs a safe, loving family.
Through training, resources, and technology, we’re equipping churches to address the child welfare crisis.
ACTIVATE YOUR CHURCH
CARE FOR VULNERABLE CHILDREN
RESTORE FAMILIES
The Problem
Each year, over 250,000 children enter the U.S. child welfare system and need a safe, loving family.
The pattern of family breakdown often leaves children trapped in a cycle of anxiety, fear, and a sense of being unwanted. As they age out of foster care, many face an increased risk of homelessness, unemployment, incarceration, unplanned pregnancy, and human trafficking.
THE SOLUTION
Equipping local churches to care for vulnerable children.
Churches represent the largest and most reliable nationwide network of individuals best positioned to support vulnerable children and families. However, many simply don't know how to take meaningful action.
That's where we come in by helping churches launch what we call Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs).
We make it simple for them to get involved and make a lasting impact.
“God sets the lonely in families.”
P S A L M 6 8 : 6
WHAT WE DO
We equip churches to launch Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs).
We provide the training, technology, and guidance needed to empower churches to set up and maintain successful FAMs. These volunteer-led ministries then go out and actively support vulnerable families and children in practical ways.
Nationwide Impact
We equip churches nationwide with flexible, scalable, and evidence-based solutions to transform the lives of vulnerable children and families.
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Economic Impact*
*Economic impact is based upon the value that various FAM activities bring to children, through service hours, in-kind gifts, grants, and more. Think of it as the total value we’re able to provide to vulnerable children
Any Church. Anywhere.
Our proven model is designed to unify churches everywhere, ensuring any church, in any community, can effectively intervene, creating lasting transformation and rewriting the stories of those stuck in an overburdened child welfare system. Our equipping tools are also available in Spanish!
Ready To Take Action?
There are many great ways to help vulnerable children and families. Take action today, and change lives.
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Learn About the Child Welfare Crisis
Understanding the child welfare crisis and foster care realities is key to building compassionate, effective support.
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Make An Annual Pledge
This opportunity is for people who desire a deep and lasting solution for children and families in need.
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Launch a FAM at Your Church
Using our training, resources, and coaching, you can start a Family Advocacy Ministry at your church that actively serves vulnerable children and families in your community.
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Join Promise Builders
This committed group of monthly donors plays a critical role in the lives of children and families.
Tools & Innovations
At Promise686, we’re not just equipping churches to launch and sustain Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs)—we’re also developing tools and resources designed to help families thrive.
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The Simply One table activity offers an eye-opening experience that simulates the life of a vulnerable child navigating Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) from birth to age 18. As you play, you'll explore typical child development milestones and see how trauma impacts a child’s journey in comparison.
Learn more and get yours below:
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Foster for Realz is a fun, laugh-out-loud game designed just for foster and adoptive parents! Think Apples to Apples—but with a foster care twist. It’s perfect for support groups, training sessions, or anytime your families need a good laugh and a little bonding. This game also makes a thoughtful gift or giveaway for the families you serve.
Learn more and get yours below:
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Untangling Hope is a contemporary Middle Grade novel with a refreshingly honest portrayal of foster care. This grace-filled, coming-of-age story is a journey of loss, resilience, and healing
Learn more about the book and get your copy below:
