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The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York receives grant from the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption
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Support the Coalition through Target Circle
The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York is participating in the Target Circle program! You can vote for us and help direct Target’s giving to benefit our nonprofit. For full program details and restrictions visit Target Circle! https://www.target.com/circle
2023 New York State Foster Care Boarding Rates Increase Update
As a result of the Coalition's lawsuit, families all over the state are seeing increases in foster care boarding rates. Previously, the state set a minimum and a maximum rate and each county could set the rate based on their budget. The lawsuit has eliminated that range and now each county must pay a standard base rate.
SCOTUS Upholds Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)
BREAKING NEWS!! The Coalition is thrilled to learn that SCOTUS upheld ICWA in a 7-2 decision!!
Mapping the Life Course of Adoption Project
The Coalition believes in elevating the voices and lived experiences of adult adopted persons to benefit their physical and emotional health. This study Is a national adoptee-led and community-engaged project aimed at mapping the life course of adoption in adulthood and the role of adoptee-led groups/connections as a resource for thriving adulthoods. We find the project and survey they are conducting to be of vital importance and encourage all adopted adults to take the time to complete the survey.
The Child & Family Wellbeing Fund
On February 22,2023 , The Coalition signed on in support of The Child & Family Wellbeing Fund in the State FY2023-24 Budget…..
2023 Conference: Call for Workshop Proposals!
The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York is seeking presenters for the organization’s 34th annual conference. Submissions are due by MONDAY, MARCH 20th, 2023. Please share!
Support Anti-Harassment in Reporting Bill | S902/ A2479
The Adoptive and Foster Family Coalition of New York strongly advocates for the passage of Senate Bill S902;Â this legislation seeks to replace the system of anonymous reporting with one of confidential reporting.
6 Million in Grants to Mitigate the Impact of Trauma in Schools
NYS Office of Mental Health (OMH) is seeking grant applications from New York state school districts for their "Mitigating the Impact of Trauma in Schools" initiative which will grant up to 61 separate awards with a total funding of up to $100,000 annually to implement training and curriculum that will enhance schools’ capacity to be trauma-responsive.