 
        
      
      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!
 
        
      
      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!
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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!
 
        
      
      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
 
        
      
      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!
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      Roots & Crowns Textured Hair Educational Workshop
Designed for caregiver and youth pairs, this FREE workshop (with lunch provided!) builds confidence and skills for caring for Black and bi-racial hair.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      Volunteer Power Hour
Our monthly online (via zoom) Volunteer Power Hour is a time to recharge, collaborate, and connect with fellow volunteers!
 
        
      
      4th Annual Family Reunification Day
We are excited and gearing up for our 4th annual Family Reunification Day! Join us for a joyful day of connection, fun activities, and celebrating the power of family.
 
        
      
      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 
 
        
      
      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!
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      Sidekick Volunteer Orientation
Learn how you can support children experiencing foster care in SW Washington!
 
        
      
      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 
 
        
      
      July Caregiver Collective: Compassion Fatigue & Burnout Prevention
Connect, recharge, and grow with fellow caregivers at our bi-monthly Caregiver Collective Support Group.
 
        
      
      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.
 
        
      
      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 
 
        
      
      Sidekick Volunteer Orientation
Learn how you can support children experiencing foster care in SW Washington!
 
        
      
      June Volunteer Power Hour
Our monthly Volunteer Power Hour is a time to recharge, collaborate, and connect with fellow volunteers in person at Fosterful HQ Office!
 
        
      
      Sidekick Volunteer Orientation
Learn how you can support children experiencing foster care in SW Washington!
 
        
      
      Sidekick Volunteer Orientation
Our dedicated Caregiver Support Sidekick Volunteers work directly with foster youth. Ready to make a difference? Sign up for an online orientation and learn how to get involved today!
 
        
      
      Caring Companions Volunteer Orientation
When children enter foster care, they often face hours alone, waiting in child welfare offices for placement. Our Caring Companions volunteers provide emotional support during this challenging transition.
 
        
      
      May Volunteer Power Hour
Where volunteers connect, get questions answered, share the impact of their work supporting kids in foster care.
 
        
      
      May Caregiver Collective
Connect, recharge, and grow with fellow caregivers at our bi-monthly Caregiver Collective Support Group.
 
        
      
      Sidekick Volunteer Orientation
Learn how you can support children experiencing foster care in SW Washington!
