Did you know, Arizona leads the nation in children per capita in foster care? On average, 1,300 children wait in emergency shelters for three weeks or more.
Given this crisis, our church partners with a Christian-based organization called STRONG Families. STRONG Families is designed to keep children safe and families intact by encouraging churches to provide temporary, gospel-centered support to families in crisis. Different roles and levels of commitment are available to suit your unique gifting and availability. Learn more below.
About SFC
STRONG Families for Children is a prevention program that offers a secure and temporary home to thousands of children, minimizing the risk for abuse or neglect, and giving parents the time and tools they need to help their families thrive. If you are interested in becoming a STRONG family or want to learn more please call: (602) 396-2720.
Our STRONG Families for Children program supports families in three ways:
1. Providing short-term (<30 days), voluntary care for children
2. Partnering parents with a volunteer Family Friend for support
3. Parenting support programs
The ultimate goal is to strengthen and support parents so they can become strong families for their own children.
Vision
How STRONG Families for Children Can Help (“Sojourning Together Relying on God”)
When crisis strikes, many of us rely on relatives and our church family for support. But for some parents, there isn’t a safety net. Often, problems such as drug addiction, domestic abuse, incarceration, or illness can be debilitating, making it impossible for parents to care for their children.
STRONG Families Core Values
Radical Hospitality
Compassion fueled by Mercy
Disruptive Generosity
YOU CAN SERVE IN THESE WAYS
Become a Host Family
Become a Family Friend
