4KIDS

We are grateful to have had Bishop Martin with us a few weeks ago while he filmed for CBS12's "Forever Families" segment! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/e-QYdHrT! If you haven't made plans to see "Sound of Hope: The Possum Trot Story" in theatres yet, use our special ticketing link to give a portion of proceeds back to 4KIDS: Angel.com/4KIDS

You can be the hero kids in crisis need and defend kids all over South Florida and beyond for just $1 a day! 🦸 When you become a #4KIDSDefender, you are giving kids, teens, and young adults access to essential and immediate needs, such as diapers, bus passes to get to work, or clothes for a large sibling group. Visit 4KIDS.us/Defender to learn more or to sign up today!

Did you know that ACE stands for Adverse Childhood Experiences? Oftentimes, kids who have experienced ACEs have a higher risk of challenges later in life. Listen as Tina Matthews, EPIC Clinician, explains what this might look like and how you can mitigate the effects caused by ACEs. #4KIDSEPIC #TraumaInformedCare

The backpacks keep coming! Thank you to Hayes Locums and Paramount for the over 100 backpacks filled with school supplies. 🍎 ✏️ The #BackToSchool Drive ends on Monday, July 8th so visit 4KIDS.us/BackToSchool to find a list and drop-off locations. #4KIDSPartner

We want to give a huge thank-you to the American Heritage 7th Grade Student Government & Leadership Club for creating summer baskets full of summer-themed items for our foster and adoptive families! It was important to them that other children their age have access to the same activities and opportunities to have a fun-filled summer! You are such a blessing to the kids we serve, thank you! #4KIDSPartner

The next Virtual Trauma-Informed Care Training is on Saturday, July 13th! From 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., you'll learn how and why trauma affects behavior and how to adjust your words and actions to help your child heal. Whether you're a parent, teacher, babysitter, or caregiver, this class will benefit both you and the child! Sign up now at https://buff.ly/4bpJG3q.

The next Virtual Trauma-Informed Care Training is on Saturday, July 13th! From 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., you'll learn how and why trauma affects behavior and how to adjust your words and actions to help your child heal. Whether you're a parent, teacher, babysitter, or caregiver, this class will benefit both you and the child! Sign up now at https://buff.ly/4bpJG3q.

#TraumaInformedCare should be accessible to everyone who cares for children, so we've gone international with #4KIDSEPIC. We believe that when everyone has a knowledge of trauma and the effects it can have, kids have a stronger opportunity to experience healing and growth! Two of our amazing EPIC Clinicians visited Brazil this month and taught parents, teachers, pastors and so many other individuals the importance of mental health in kids. We are so excited to expand this knowledge around the world!

Bring on the backpacks! 🎒 Our #4KIDSPartners are starting to collect and drop off backpacks and school supplies for the #BackToSchool Collection, which runs until July 8th! Thank you to Broten Garage Door Sales and other partners who have donated so far. Our kiddos are so blessed by your generosity! If you're interested in getting involved with this collection, visit 4KIDS.us/BackToSchool for more information.

What does it look like to work at 4KIDS? It looks like standing in the gap for children in crisis, feeling empowered to impact the community, and growing in purpose-driven work surrounded by like-minded individuals. Whether you're a therapist, office coordinator, fundraiser, or foster parent support worker, you can find the right fit for your next career by visiting 4KIDS.us/about/careers.