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At Bringing Families Together, we know parenting can be both rewarding and challenging. That’s why we are excited to announce something new for our community: in-person Parent Cafés . For years, our virtual Parent Cafés have provided a welcoming space for parents and caregivers to connect, reflect and support one another. Now, we are expanding this opportunity by offering in-person gatherings at our office , creating another way for parents to build community and strengthen t

At Bringing Families Together, we know parenting is both rewarding and challenging—and no one should have to navigate it alone. That’s why we’re excited to announce our 2026 Winter–Spring Parent Cafés , a series of FREE virtual workshops created to support and uplift parents and caregivers. Our Parent Cafés provide a welcoming, judgment-free space where you can connect with others, share experiences, and gain practical tools for everyday parenting. Each Café is rooted in the

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 Together for nearly two decades — Karen Johnson , our Community Services Coordinator and Internship Coordinator . Karen joined BFT in September 2007 , and for 18 years , she has been a cornerstone of our mission to strengthen families and support lasting reunification. She leads with both heart and expertise, combining her background in edu

This June, Bringing Families Together  celebrates a milestone we’re incredibly proud of— 26 years  of strengthening families, supporting...

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), our mission has always been to provide unwavering support to foster youth, adoptive children, foster...