Foster Care Alliance
A network of care, a lifetime of impact
Purpose of the fca
To support foster parents through training, peer mentorship, and accessible resources
To improve coordination between social services, legal professionals, schools, and care facilities
To identify and address systemic failures affecting foster placements, renewals, and child wellbeingTo create a safe space for dialogue between caregivers and professionals
To ensure that fostered children are placed in stable, protective, and nurturing homes
Why it matters
The South African foster care system is under immense pressure, with backlogs, lapses in placement renewals, and unsupported caregivers placing children at risk.
The Foster Care Alliance addresses this by bringing together local stakeholders in a solution-focused, community-led model that places the child’s best interests at the centre.
key activities
Monthly community forums and workshops
Joint case discussions (non-identifying) to highlight systemic challenges
Training sessions on trauma, legal responsibilities, and child development
Advocacy for improved foster care processes and policy enforcement
Building a community referral network for support services
Uplift a foster child's world!
The Foster Care Charity Shop is a community-driven initiative that collects and sells donated goods to directly support foster parents and the children in their care. Operated in partnership with the Independent Child Protection Unit (ICPU) and the Foster Care Alliance, the shop turns second-hand items into first-hand support for families who open their homes to vulnerable children.
Donated items include gently used clothing, household goods, toys, books, and baby essentials. These are either distributed to foster families in need or sold at affordable prices in the shop. Proceeds go toward vital services such as medical care, school supplies, therapy sessions, etc. for foster children.
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