Welcome to this latest edition of the FFC newsletter. Thank you for your interest in our organization. Did you know that Friends of Foster Children is the only non-profit in Palm Beach County that provides wrap around services to kinship foster families? We pride ourselves in our attention to individual families and the issues they encounter as they travel this important road. Friends of Foster Children depends on the support of interested community members who recognize the importance of providing safe and nurturing environments to the children and families we service. Thanks again for your interest, and please feel free to reach out to me or anyone on the FFC Board of Directors if you would like more information. 

Jeffrey F. Gordon

Friends of Foster Children Board Chair

Partner at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith PLLC

Friendship Week: Countdown

• July 21st- July 27th

Get ready to join in on the friendship fun!! Start looking through the camera roll and photo albums for your posts!

7/21: share pictures/videos of you and your sidekick

7/22: share pictures/videos of some new friends

7/23: twin with a buddy—whether it's at work, at home, or an accidental twin!

7/24: complete a random act of kindness or share a story of when a stranger's kindness made your day

7/25: post a picture of you and a childhood friend or transformational then-and-now pictures!

7/26: share pictures/videos of any friends you haven't posted yet!

7/27: in a friend group? Post the friendship fiesta!

Friendship Week

• July 28th - August 4th

Between National and International Friendship Day, keep up with us online for a week of celebration! By following along, you'll learn how to be a FRIEND to children experiencing foster care in Palm Beach County.

Legacy Scholarship Luncheon

• August 16th, 12:00-1:30 pm
• West Palm Beach Marriott

Join us August 16th, 2024 for an unforgettable afternoon of inspiration at our Legacy Scholarship Luncheon as we honor Harreen and Bob Bertisch, Esq. Your support directly funds scholarships for children who experienced foster care and despite those obstacles, are pursuing higher education! Will you help us honor a legacy and build the future?

2nd Annual Holiday Kickoff

• September 25th, 5:30-7:30 pm
• Manatee Lagoon

Join us on September 25th as we kick off the holiday season with a night of fun and philanthropy. We need YOUR support fostering happy childhoods for our families in a season full of festivities. This cocktail event will include passed appetizers, raffles and prizes, festive music, and complimentary beer and wine!