BFT’s latest news and stories

We’re thrilled to introduce Kelly Selby , who joined our Parenting+Plus Program  in July 2025 as a Family Support Specialist ! Kelly brings with her a wealth of experience supporting parents and children with disabilities, trauma and mental health needs—including work with families involved in foster care. For the last eight years before joining BFT, she has dedicated her career to helping families strengthen relationships, build resilience, and find hope through education an

Community Services Coordinator | Parenting+Plus Team This month, we’re proud to celebrate someone whose work has shaped Bringing Families...

September is National Kinship Care Month , a time to honor the grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings and family friends who open their...

At Bringing Families Together , we understand that parenting comes with both challenges and joys. That’s why we host Parent Cafés —a welcoming, judgment-free space where parents and caregivers can connect, share, and support one another. Rooted in the Five Protective Factors —resilience, relationships, support, knowledge, and communication—our Parent Cafés offer real conversations, practical strategies, and authentic encouragement. Whether you’re fostering, adopting, or paren

Sometimes it’s the quiet, thoughtful touches—the ones that don’t scream for attention but leave a lasting impression—that tell you the...

Bringing Families Together was honored to take part in the Lincoln County Community Baby Shower  on April 24, a joyful event celebrating...

After what felt like endless rainy days, the skies finally cleared on April 12—and just in time for one of our favorite spring...

At Bringing Families Together , we believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and loving home. During National Foster Care Month , we...

At Bringing Families Together , we’re serious about supporting youth, foster families and birth families—but we also know the importance...

At Bringing Families Together, we know parenting isn’t always easy—but you don’t have to walk the journey alone. That’s why we host...

Bringing Families Together is excited to welcome families to our Parenting+Plus Parent Support Class , a free in-person series designed...

At Bringing Families Together , there is nothing more joyful than the safe reunification of families—and this month, we have twice the...

At Bringing Families Together (BFT), we believe that strong families create strong futures for children. That’s why we are thrilled to...

At Bringing Families Together (BFT), our mission has always been to provide unwavering support to foster youth, adoptive children, foster...

This year, our Breakfast with Santa event brought joy, warmth and a sense of community to foster families, making the holiday season...

Saint Louis Partners (SLP) hosted three showings of the Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot this August for our foster care resource...

For our families, as you might remember, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has administered the Child Care...