Volunteer Orientation
Nov
4

Volunteer Orientation

Join us for an upcoming Volunteer Orientation and learn how you can make a difference just by being there for kids experiencing foster care.⁠

Email our Volunteer Coordinator below to register and learn more!

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Volunteer Orientation
Nov
21

Volunteer Orientation

Join us for an upcoming Volunteer Orientation and learn how you can make a difference just by being there for kids experiencing foster care.⁠

Email our Volunteer Coordinator below to register and learn more!

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Volunteer Power Hour
Oct
29

Volunteer Power Hour

Our monthly Volunteer Power Hour is a time to recharge, collaborate, and connect with fellow volunteers! This event is designed to:

  • Provide answers to your questions

  • Collaborate with passionate volunteers

  • Celebrate your successes and the impact of your work

Contact Lindsay at lindsay@fosterful.org to register.

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Volunteer Orientation
Oct
17

Volunteer Orientation

Join us for an upcoming Volunteer Orientation and learn how you can make a difference just by being there for kids experiencing foster care.⁠

Email our Volunteer Coordinator below to register and learn more!

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Halloween Costume Giveaway
Oct
10
to Oct 12

Halloween Costume Giveaway

Halloween will be extra special this year with our Halloween Costume Giveaway! Caregivers of foster youth, pick up a free costume for your kid brought to us by our generous donors - we will have costumes for all ages!

Drop by: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday anytime from 10AM-2PM

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Volunteer Orientation
Oct
8

Volunteer Orientation

Join us for an upcoming Volunteer Orientation and learn how you can make a difference just by being there for kids experiencing foster care.⁠

Email our Volunteer Coordinator below to register and learn more!

Contact Us
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September Volunteer Power Hour
Sep
30

September Volunteer Power Hour

Our monthly Volunteer Power Hour is a time to recharge, collaborate, and connect with fellow volunteers! This event is designed to:

  • Provide answers to your questions

  • Collaborate with passionate volunteers

  • Celebrate your successes and the impact of your work

Contact Lindsay at lindsay@fosterful.org to register.

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Kelso September Caregiver Collective
Sep
24

Kelso September Caregiver Collective

Our monthly Caregiver Collective is a monthly get together designed for caregivers to learn tools and skills to better navigate the foster care system.

September’s Caregiver Collective will be hosted in Vancouver and Kelso. This month’s topic will focus on the use of sensory tools to support calming, regulation, and overall physical and mental health. Sally Carman, MD brings over 40 years of experience in Occupational Therapy, with extensive expertise in helping individuals regulate trauma responses, develop coping skills, and better understand sensory dynamics.

Register here
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Vancouver September Caregiver Collective
Sep
24

Vancouver September Caregiver Collective

Our monthly Caregiver Collective is a monthly get together designed for caregivers to learn tools and skills to better navigate the foster care system.

September’s Caregiver Collective will be hosted in Vancouver and Kelso. This month’s topic will focus on the use of sensory tools to support calming, regulation, and overall physical and mental health. Sally Carman, MD brings over 40 years of experience in Occupational Therapy, with extensive expertise in helping individuals regulate trauma responses, develop coping skills, and better understand sensory dynamics.

Register here
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Grandparents' Play Day
Sep
14

Grandparents' Play Day

Columbia Play Project brings the joy of play to kids and their caregivers. Grandparents should get in on that action, too!  

Play isn't just for children. For older adults, it’s a vital part of a healthy, happy life. Whether it’s sharing stories, building blocks, or dancing in the kitchen! This event is designed to celebrate and strengthen the special bond between generations through joyful, hands-on play.

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Back to School Supply Giveaway
Aug
16

Back to School Supply Giveaway

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon for a back to school supply giveaway! Families are invited to pick up free school supplies and enjoy food, games, and activities for all ages.

Bridge the Gap and Fosterful are joining forces to put on a fantastic Back to School Event for children in foster care in our community. Can you help with supplies? Your participation will help make this a great event!

Please bring any of the following supplies to either of our drop off locations on or before August 12th

Nexus Chiropractic - 12214 SE Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98684

(360) 944-1800

Mondays 8:00 to 6:00, Wednesdays 8:00 to 4:00 or Thursdays 8:00 to 4:00

Fosterful - 101 E 8th St #270, Vancouver, WA 98660

(360) 828-1842

Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm

SUPPLY LIST

  • Pencil Pouch

  • Crayons

  • Colored pencils

  • Washable Markers

  • No.2 pencils

  • Glue Sticks

  • Erasers

  • Plastic folders

  • Wide Ruled Paper (Loose leaf)

  • Rulers

  • 3 Ring Binders

  • Composition notebooks

  • Spiral Notebooks

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Battle Ground Pride Event
Aug
16

Battle Ground Pride Event

This is a free-to-attend, family-friendly event filled with joy, pride, and community connection! A celebration with live entertainment, a Lip Sync Battle, community resources, and fun for all ages!

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Fosterful Movie Nights: Parent’s Night Out
Aug
15

Fosterful Movie Nights: Parent’s Night Out

We are hosting a Parent's Night Out movie night event for youth to come to the office and enjoy an evening of community engagement and movie viewing pleasure while parents have a moment of respite.

Screening options: Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip or Spellbound.

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July Volunteer Power Hour
Jul
28

July Volunteer Power Hour

Our monthly online (via zoom) Volunteer Power Hour is a time to recharge, collaborate, and connect with fellow volunteers! This event is designed to:

  • Provide answers to your questions

  • Collaborate with passionate volunteers

  • Celebrate your successes and the impact of your work

Join Now
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Fosterful Movie Nights: Parent’s Night Out
Jul
18

Fosterful Movie Nights: Parent’s Night Out

We are hosting a Parent's Night Out movie night event for youth to come to the office and enjoy an evening of community engagement and movie viewing pleasure while parents have a moment of respite.

Screening options: Alexander and the Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip or Spellbound.

RSVP
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Saturday in the Park Pride
Jul
12

Saturday in the Park Pride

2025 will mark the 31st anniversary of Vancouver, Washington’s Pride in the Park — the city’s original pride event, formally known as “Saturday in the Park.” This event, in addition to being the longest-running LGBTQ+ pride celebration in Southwestern Washington, is a celebration of life, a gathering of joy, and a place to discover support and friends.

This event includes plenty for the whole family, including:

  • Live music (all day long!)

  • Drag queen story hour

  • A children’s area featuring an obstacle course and other fun, kid-friendly activities

  • A maker’s market featuring over 150 local businesses and vendors

  • Plenty of food vendors

  • Information booths featuring organizations and businesses that support the LGBTQ+ community

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