Ensures foster parents are prepared through Foster Class, supported through ongoing Foster Family Support Groups, and backed by an attentive team of Foster Care Specialists.

Eligible foster youth receive up to 36 months of rental assistance, with the possibility of a 24-month extension under the Fostering Stable Housing Opportunities (FSHO) amendments. Participants work alongside a housing support specialist to receive individualized services, aiding them in achieving self-sufficiency, addressing not just their immediate housing needs but also their long-term stability and independence.

Monthly respite for foster families, hosted by Skookum Kids. Generally held the first Friday of each month.

Provides rental assistance, related housing costs, and case management to young adults, ages 18-24, who have been a dependent of the state or federally recognized tribal foster care system prior to age 18.

Programs for Washington youth in foster care promoting educational advocacy, graduation success, support after high school, culturally competent educational coaching for tribal youth, support for youth who have experienced both foster care and incarceration, and support networks for youth and young adults as they transition into adulthood.

Increasing independence for Washington youth in foster care by providing reimbursement for Washington state ID, learner’s permit, driver’s license, driver’s education fees, driver's testing and practice sessions, roadside assistance and towing, motor vehicle registration and tabs, basic car repairs and maintenance, gas assistance while learning to drive, and auto insurance coverage.

Provides children and youth in foster care in Washington state with a meaningful holiday gift. Referrals are made by DCYF and Tribal Courts, then emails and letters are sent to all eligible kids and their caregivers. Once referred, register online before the registration deadline.

A temporary (8-12 months) but intensive support program designed to help foster youth with high-level service needs. These services address the normal behavioral responses to trauma and frequent relocations that many foster children experience. Wraparound supports include behavioral intervention, counseling, and stabilization services, all aimed at helping youth recover and thrive.

Youth in foster care and their caregivers can shop in-person or submit an online request for free clothing, shoes, school supplies, toys, books, free tickets to events and other essentials.

A voluntary program for current or former foster youth, aged 15 through 22, who would like to receive supportive case management to establish and achieve goals in various areas of their lives.

Provides an array of advocacy and case management services to Nooksack children and families involving child welfare, domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Programs include Indian Child Welfare Program and Independent Living, Extended Foster Care, Tl’ils Ta’á’altha Program, Men and Boys Outreach and Advocacy Program, Supervised Visitation and Safe Exchange Program, and Child Protection Team.

Washington youth in foster care and their caregivers can request funding for various school fees, uniforms, college application fees, hair care, extracurricular activities and summer camps.

Supervised visitation for parents and children, as well as siblings, who have been separated in foster care.

A program where foster children are paired with a safe adult for one-on-one mentoring. Mentors are trained and background checked case aides who are equipped to provide social, academic and recreational support for your child and your family.

Week-long overnight summer camps for children ages 6-11 who have been or currently are in foster care.