Adoption is a beautiful journey of love and acceptance, where families are created through bonds that transcend bloodlines. Adoptive families provide a forever family to a child in need, offering them stability, security, and care. Most importantly, they represent belonging and unconditional love. Every adoption story is a testament to the power of compassion and the joy of building a family.
Our monthly orientations and ongoing training programs are designed to equip compassionate adults like you to support Virginia's nearly 5,500 children and youth in foster care. Each of these children needs an adult in their lives who will show them they are important, valued, and loved. By becoming a foster parent, you have the power to transform a child's life.
Interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent? You've come to the right place. Explore FosterVA.org to access insightful blogs or to hear firsthand from parents and youth with foster care experience. There's an urgent need for exceptional foster parents—people just like you.
For personalized guidance or to begin your journey, our foster parent advocates are available 24/7. Call us at 804-714-1776 or leave your contact information below. An advocate will connect with you to answer questions and help you take the first step.