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Category: AFFCF Blog

April 7, 2026

Fostering Teenagers: What to Expect


Blog Highlights: The rewarding journey of fostering teens. Navigating possible trauma-response from teens in foster care. Fostering teens is often… Continue reading Fostering Teenagers: What to Expect

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Published April 7, 2026
Categorized as AFFCF Blog

December 3, 2018

Fun Winter Activities for Children


Winter can sometimes be a difficult season for families as parents just aren’t sure what activities they can do with… Continue reading Fun Winter Activities for Children

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Published December 3, 2018
Categorized as AFFCF Blog

October 12, 2018

Funding Childhood Poverty Programs is Key to Social Mobility


There are many debates about the responsibility that we as a society have to the various charities and social assistance… Continue reading Funding Childhood Poverty Programs is Key to Social Mobility

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Published October 12, 2018
Categorized as AFFCF Blog

December 27, 2017

Goal-Setting With Children In Foster Care


The goals of the foster system prioritize what’s best for the child, yet they are not set by the child.… Continue reading Goal-Setting With Children In Foster Care

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Published December 27, 2017
Categorized as AFFCF Blog, Parenting Children in Foster Care

March 11, 2021

Guide to Charitable Donation Tax Deductions in Arizona


Updated March 19, 2026 When you make a charitable contribution to a non-profit organization, it is incredibly rewarding to know… Continue reading Guide to Charitable Donation Tax Deductions in Arizona

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Published March 11, 2021
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February 8, 2019

Help Build Self-Esteem in Foster Children


Building self-esteem can be a tricky issue. Simply praising a child is not going to be enough, and overpraising can… Continue reading Help Build Self-Esteem in Foster Children

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Published February 8, 2019
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September 15, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month A Time to Highlight Hispanic Youth in Foster Care


National Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15 to October 15, celebrates the rich cultural heritage, history and contributions of… Continue reading Hispanic Heritage Month A Time to Highlight Hispanic Youth in Foster Care

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Published September 15, 2024
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November 7, 2025

Holiday Traditions for Foster Families: Building Belonging


The holiday season is about more than gifts. It creates connection, belonging, and shared traditions. For children in foster care,… Continue reading Holiday Traditions for Foster Families: Building Belonging

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Published November 7, 2025
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April 23, 2018

How Music Impacts Children


Do you remember being forced to play the recorder in fourth grade? There’s a reason for that. Research shows that… Continue reading How Music Impacts Children

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Published April 23, 2018
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