Bringing Hope and Healing to California’s Youth in Foster Care
Every child deserves the chance to heal, grow, and thrive. Together, we can make that possible.About the Episode
Across California, nearly 40,000 youth are navigating the foster care system—half of them teenagers. At Koinonia Family Services, we believe every one of these young people deserves more than a placement—they deserve a home filled with stability, compassion, and connection.
For over 40 years, Koinonia has been a trusted partner in child welfare, providing foster care, adoption, mental health, and preventative services that help children and families heal and thrive.
As highlighted in PBS Empowered, the challenges facing foster family agencies today—rising insurance costs, stagnant funding, and growing youth needs—require all of us to come together to protect this vital system and the futures of those it serves.
Our Mission and Vision
Koinonia began in 1982 with a simple but powerful belief: every child deserves to grow up in a safe, loving home surrounded by people who care.
Today, that belief continues to guide everything we do. From foster care and adoption to behavioral health, family preservation, and prevention programs, every service reflects our mission of bringing hope and healing to children, youth, and families through meaningful relationships and quality programs and services.
We know that healing happens through connection—and when families are strengthened, communities thrive.
Be Part of the Solution
One caring adult can change everything.
Our shared future depends on the well-being of children in foster care. You can make a difference in the lives of these youth today through your time, presence, and resources. They need your help.
With Koinonia’s trauma-informed training, 24/7 support, and community of care, you can become the safe, stable adult who helps a child heal and build a hopeful future.
Learn how you can open your home and heart to a child or teen in need.
Support Our Mission
Even if fostering isn’t possible for you right now, your support still changes lives.
Your donation helps provide:
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- Essentials like clothing, school supplies, and hygiene items for children entering care
- Therapeutic and family preservation services that strengthen families and prevent re-entry into foster care
- Youth experiences and life skills programs that build confidence and independence for teens preparing for adulthood
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Your gift empowers us to respond where needs are greatest—helping children and families heal, grow, and thrive year-round.
Together We Can Rebuild Futures
The foster care crisis is real—but it is solvable.
With your partnership, we can continue to provide the compassionate, relationship-centered care that changes lives.
Koinonia Family Services continues to lead with compassion, innovation, and unwavering dedication to those who need it most.
Join us as we build stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures.