" Foster families face daily battles that can leave little room for joy or rest. RISE steps into the hard places with practical acts of love that lighten their burdens, restore joy, and remind families they are never alone".

- Karrie, RISE Volunteer

In 2026, 42 foster, adoptive, and kinship families have experienced the support of a dedicated RISE Support Team. Right now, 30 of those families have volunteers actively walking alongside them, showing up with meals, helping with everyday tasks, celebrating milestones, and building relationships that remind them they aren't alone.

But 26 families are still waiting for that same support.

Waiting for someone to show up. Waiting for a community to come alongside them. Waiting for someone to help carry the load.

This year, our goal is to raise $50,000 to build and sustain 10 Support Teams, helping 10 families move off our waitlist and into a community of consistent, meaningful support.

Fostering, adopting, and caring for children was never meant to be done alone. And we believe every family deserves a village they can count on.

Your generosity can help turn waiting into belonging, overwhelming days into moments of relief, and everyday acts of kindness into lasting relationships.

Help us Lighten the Load.

Lighten The Load Fundraising Campaign

The weight is real, and so is the support.