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Family Development Specialist | Resource Team At Bringing Families Together, meaningful connections are at the heart of everything we do — and our June Employee of the Month, Andrew Gray, has a special gift for building those connections. 💜 Employee of the Month is chosen by peers, making this recognition a special reflection of the respect and appreciation Andrew has earned from the people who work alongside him every day. Andrew joined BFT in August 2024 as a Family Develo

Celebrating Teamwork, Dedication and the heart of BFT At Bringing Families Together, our Employee of the Month recognition is always meaningful because it comes directly from the people who work alongside each other every day. Being selected by peers is a special reflection of the trust, respect and appreciation teammates have for one another. 💜 We are honored to celebrate two outstanding members of our BFT team as our May Employee of the Month: Kelly Martinez and Dawn Mathe

Resource Development Supervisor | Resource Team As the year comes to a close, we’re honored to recognize someone whose steady presence and problem-solving skills make a real difference every day — Carol Pine , our December Employee of the Month . 💜 Carol joined Bringing Families Together in November 2020 and serves as our Resource Development Supervisor on the Resource Team , where she supports children and families, and also works with private adoption . She holds a B.S.

The Bringing Families Together team gathered at the beautiful River Camp at the Saint Louis Zoo for our Annual Team Holiday Party on December 6 — a favorite tradition and a chance to relax, laugh and enjoy time with one another outside of our day-to-day work for our children and families. This year’s theme was animals , and our team truly delivered. From playful animal prints to creative costumes (including a few show-stopping onesies), the room was filled with personality,

At Bringing Families Together, our TLSS (Transitional Living Scattered Site) program is all about helping youth build the skills, confidence and support networks they need for independence—and that includes caring for both their practical needs and their emotional well-being. On October 26, our TLSS team hosted another inspiring monthly training filled with learning, reflection and connection. 💼 Building Strong Foundations The group began by updating their portfolios of imp

At Bringing Families Together, we believe that preparing youth for independence means more than just providing housing—it’s about equipping them with the practical skills, confidence and support systems they need to thrive. That’s why our TLSS ( Transitional Living Scattered Site ) program holds monthly trainings designed to teach, encourage, and empower our youth in real and meaningful ways. Led by our dedicated TLSS Coordinator, Angel Crawford , and supported by our TLSS Sp