Upcoming Foster Together Events
explore
fostering
Tuesday, July 15, 6:30 p.m. @ Foster Together
35 Fox Valley Center | Arnold, MO 63010
Do you want to learn more about foster care in the St. Louis region, but aren't sure even where to begin? If you've ever considered becoming a foster parent, join us for an informational night all about the steps to becoming a foster parent.
There is never any obligation to begin after attending - just an easy way for you to get your questions answered. Click the button below to register!
Back to school
July 29, 5 - 8 pm OR August 7, 5 - 8 pm
Location: St. Thomas-Holy Spirit ELCA
We're thrilled to announce our upcoming Back to School events! All children in foster care are invited to register to pick up FREE school supplies on either July 29 or August 7. The entire family is invited to dinner either before or after your shopping appointment.
Registration is now open - click the button below to reserve your shopping appointment!
If you'd like to help by donating school supplies - click here!
discover music therapy
Friday, September 12
5:30 - Dinner; 6 - 7 p.m. Session
Location: St. Thomas-Holy Spirit ELCA
Curious about how music therapy can support your foster child’s growth and well-being? Join us for a special one-time group session led by board-certified music therapists, each facilitating engaging activities for different age groups. While children participate in developmentally appropriate music experiences—such as drumming, movement, songwriting, and group music-making—caregivers are invited to observe and gain insight into how music therapy fosters emotional expression, social engagement, and self-confidence. This is a great opportunity to explore whether ongoing music therapy could be a good fit for your family.
Childcare is available for the first 10 children under 4 registered. To allow the most participation, please register no more than 3 children per family. Dinner will be provided for your entire family.
Registration will open August 1.
show me healthy kids
RESCHEDULED - Date TBD
Location: St. Thomas-Holy Spirit ELCA
Foster Together invites you to learn more about Show Me Healthy Kids (SMHK) which provides coordinated medical and behavioral health care services for youth who are in DSS custody (foster care and DYS), former foster children, and for individuals receiving adoption and guardianship subsidy.
At this free class, you'll learn about important plan benefits, Care Coordination Services, training programs, and information on collaborating with Children’s Division, resource providers and community partners to ensure the best outcomes for our youth impacted by foster care. Attendees will receive 2 hours of credit upon completion.
Childcare is available for the first 15 children registered. To allow the most participation, please register no more than 3 children per family. Dinner will be provided from P'sghetti's.
youth mental health first aid class
Next Date: TBD
YMHFA is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people.
This is a blended course where participants complete a 2 hour self-paced training prior to the live virtual portion of the 2 online courses. After registering, participants will be sent instructions via email on how to access and complete the self-paced portion of the training. Participants must complete 2 hours of self-paced training prior to the course date. The live portion of the course is a small group-interactive virtual training. Participants will receive a 7-hour Training Certificate upon completion.
This course is only open to those who live/work in Missouri. The course is valued at $170 per person, but is being provided to you at no cost by Missouri’s Department of Mental Health. Please ensure this funding does not go to waste by communicating any cancellations in advance. Limited to 30 participants.
Our 3rd annual Rock of Ages Musical Bingo Night was one for the record books! With 460 amazing guests in attendance, the energy, love, and support for our mission was truly unforgettable.
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we 𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 $𝟒𝟒,𝟎𝟎𝟎 to support children and families impacted by foster care!
Thank you to the 11 people who joined our 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐨𝐩𝐞 at the event! If you’re interested in joining our ongoing donation campaign, any amount helps!
From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for making this record-breaking night possible. Together, we're outfitting brighter tomorrows.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS
developing
& fostering secure attachments
We're excited to offer this 5 hour workshop to help foster families meet the challenges of creating secure attachments and addressing trauma in healthy ways. Lunch and childcare will be provided and participants will receive credit for 5 training hours upon completion. (You must commit to attend the entire workshop to register.) Registration is full, but we will schedule another workshop shortly, so keep your eyes open!
support showcase
Next Date: TBD
This event will be a dedicated space for empowerment and support in the journey of foster care - designed to connect licensing workers, caseworkers, and CASA workers with a wealth of resources and organizations committed to enhancing the lives of children in foster care and their families.
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore a diverse range of services, from educational programs to community initiatives, aimed at providing comprehensive support.
Join us in fostering stronger communities, where every child finds the care and resources needed for a brighter future. Together, we will build bridges of hope and resilience for the families we serve.
Advanced registration not required. The Showcase will be held at Foster Together.