Foster Source regularly receives requests for non-certified kinship caregivers in need of safety items. Non-certified kin can become certified and receive much needed financial assistance just like traditional foster parents. One of the requirements for certification are safety items - 5lb fire extinguishers, cabinet locks/outlet covers, medicine lock boxes, and carbon monoxide & smoke detectors. We could use your help in getting these items so that when families make the request, we have them on hand to distribute in a timely fashion. If you are able to provide any of these items (in any quantity), they can be delivered to our office within the Adams County Human Services Building (Westminster) or we can arrange a pick up. Thank you for helping us with this frequent and urgent need!

Youth who has been in care since 2018 due to concerns of neglect in the home and sexual abuse. A has moved placements several times with different family and then most recently foster care. A's mother was deported to Mexico years ago and he rarely talks to her. His father, who lived in Mexico, recently passed away. A l is moving from foster care to a kinship home with his best friends mother. The kin provider wants to create a safe and inviting space for A. He has never had a room to himself before and is looking forward to having his own space he can take pride in. Bed frame, Mattress, Bedding and night stands are needed.

This family is requesting two queen beds because they have had a flood in their home for the second time. The family is looking at over $4000 repairs in their home due to all the rain. The family had a flood a few months ago and had replaced some furniture in the home. Unfortunately, that was ruined again and is just looking for some help replacing this furniture.

A kinship caregiver recently took in a 16 year old unrelated youth temporarily while her parents get back on their feet. The family have been surprised at the increase in groceries, toiletries and even utilities, with having another teen in the home. There are four other biological children in the home. A donation of a gift card to offset some of these expenses for the caregiver, would be greatly appreciated.

Kinship caregivers are working on foster care certification, but have ran into some delays that are beyond their control. They are behind with some of their bills, and stated that getting help with diapers and wipes would be a huge help. Their grandson is 9 months, and wears size 4 diapers. A case of each would be super helpful.

This youth has been in the foster care system for most of her teenage life. Parents rights were terminated and it has been a struggle for this youth to get stabilized. We were recently able to find her a kinship placement and stabilize the youth, however she has no belongings of her own. This youth turns 18 in a few months and will then be a part of the Foster Youth in Transition program and is trying to get belongings of her own. The current placement does not have a bed and this youth is sleeping on the couch currently. The kinship provider is working to fix the basement, which just flooded adding a financial burden, into a room for the youth and is hoping for some help purchasing a bed for this youth so that she feels more stabilized and at home. ###-####.p?variantid=(###) ###-####&storeId=003012&utm_kxconfid=t6c7xqs94&gclid=CjwKCAjwpayjBhAnEiwA-7ena1_XO9l5OzlhwmvXTo_-jfxSdm_2O9XmQ8584mrW3W86ohBdIfZeGBoCDtUQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

I have a single mom of the three young children, the youngest being a month old. She is working full time and looking at getting a second job part time to help supplement the family's needs. She would really appreciate help with a King Soopers gift card for groceries. Thank you!!

Biological father needs assistance getting new tires for his car as they are either wore out or have leaks. This father needs to be able to get to his treatment, visitation and Urine tests in order to be reunified with this daughter. A Wal-Mart gift card for tires or to Discount tire would work, or the client is willing to have tires shipped to his home. Updated on May 31, 2023 by an Agency Worker
Father could still use help getting new tires as two of his tires have completely went flat.

Our client is a grandmother who is currently raising two of her grandchildren that experience multiple health conditions and disabilities. The family is anticipating the birth of a third sibling this fall. The grandmother is looking for assistance with a triple stroller.

The family consists of 4 children and a single mother. At this time, the family shares one bed. The family is interested in 2 beds of any size for the children so they can have their own beds and more space.

This family was previously homeless and finally got into housing November 2022. On 5/13/23, the family's home flooded from all of the rain and all of their belongings were ruined, including their clothing and all mattresses and bedding. The family is requesting help replacing their mattresses and bedding.

First time parents are expecting their newborn in September. The mother has moved here from Peru and has worked hard to access resources here to start a life with her family. They were recently homeless and the mother has found it difficult to find work. The mother is concerned about their ability to obtain some of the larger baby items needed for their child's safety. They ask for support getting a car seat and stroller, and a crib and mattress. We ask for new items. Thank you for your support!! Car seat/stroller combo: Crib: Crib mattress: ###-####360?pd_rd_w=ncw3W&content-id=amzn1.sym.26a5c67f-1a30-486b-bb90-b523ad38d5a0&pf_rd_p=26a5c67f-1a30-486b-bb90-b523ad38d5a0&pf_rd_r=R7MHSYTJD9X5E876DRZV&pd_rd_wg=ve5yo&pd_rd_r=e33bacc7-711f-4b5a-a73f-ca97b3226cc3&pd_rd_i=B010S7VZI0&psc=1

A first time mom has recently moved to America from Columbia to study English. She is expecting her baby in September and is hoping to prepare with some of the larger items she will need to properly care for her newborn. She is currently living with her family and says they are struggling financially after her father's company is without much business. The father of the baby is still living in Columbia and is hoping to move to America soon to support his family. The mother studied family medicine in Columbia and is hoping to transfer her career to America to support her family financially. Right now, the mom asks for help getting the car seat and stroller. These items would help her safely transport her baby, and it will be needed in order for her to leave the hospital. We ask for new items. Thank you for your support! Car seat/stroller combo:

A married couple is expecting their firstborn in about 5 weeks. The mother has immigrated to America from Columbia and lacks support and community here. Her husband works full time to provide, but the cost of the larger necessary items for their baby has been challenging to come up with. They are asking for support with the car seat and stroller, and a bassinet. These items will offer support and safety to their child for transportation and sleeping. Thank you for your support! Car seat/stroller combo: Bassinet:

A married couple is currently in labor with their second child as of yesterday. The mother has unexpectedly gone into labor early. They are in need of a new car seat in order to leave the hospital safely with their newborn. They are also in need of a new toddler car seat for their older child in order to transport their children safely. The family has been living in America for about 1 year and are taking work wherever they can and accessing many resources. Thank you for your support! Infant car seat/stroller combo: Toddler car seat:

A married couple is expecting their firstborn towards the end of this year. The mother is an immigrant from another country, and the husband is working in the military. They are hoping to prepare for their babies arrival with the tangible needs they anticipate being challenging to obtain on their own. They are asking for support with a car seat/stroller combination, and a crib with the mattress. These items would secure safety and ease with transportation. We ask for new items. Thank you for your support! Car seat/stroller: Crib: Crib mattress: ###-####360?pd_rd_w=ncw3W&content-id=amzn1.sym.26a5c67f-1a30-486b-bb90-b523ad38d5a0&pf_rd_p=26a5c67f-1a30-486b-bb90-b523ad38d5a0&pf_rd_r=R7MHSYTJD9X5E876DRZV&pd_rd_wg=ve5yo&pd_rd_r=e33bacc7-711f-4b5a-a73f-ca97b3226cc3&pd_rd_i=B010S7VZI0&psc=1

I have been working with this family for about two years. At this point, maternal grandparents are nearing adoption for their three grandchildren who are 4, 5, and 13. Prior to this, I worked with the children's biological parents in an attempt to reunify. Biological mother selflessly relinquished her parental rights after deciding she was not going to be able to safely care for her kids and knowing her parents would be the best home for the kids. Mom struggled with addiction and as of lately had started coming around to help out with the kids again as she had gotten sober and wanted to help her parents out. We received the news on 5/18 that mom had passed away and it was likely related to an overdose. The family is heartbroken and grandparents are doing whatever they can to get things in order and care for the kids. They are needing assistance in burial costs and anything would help. This request is asking for anything to be done regarding mom's funeral and memorial.

This is a single mom who has recently been evicted from her apartment and now residing in a sober home for 30 days. She is working to get money so that when she is out she can get a place of her own. While doing this, she is also attempting to re-engage in her schooling program to get her degree. Her laptop charger has been lost in the move and she is not without. She is asking for help getting this replaced. It is an HP laptop and she will just need a general charger.

I am working with a single mother who is only 21. She is a human trafficking victim and has been in and out of sober homes for the last eight months. The last sober home she was at she was asked to leave, but when this happened they took all of her stuff and either donated it or threw it away. This has left her with only a few clothing items and not much else. One of her belongings that got thrown away was her hair piece which is a big part of her confidence and she now is without. She is couch hopping at this time and could utilize some assistance to get a new hair piece, clothing, and toiletries. This request is for a $75 Amazon Card so she can order what is needed. The card can be electronic to best get it to her.

An 8-year-old boy and a 10-year-old girl, were recently placed with their Aunt and Uncle, who are non-certified kinship caregivers. The cost of travel to multiple appointments a week for visitation with parents, therapies and other appointments for the children, is having a significant impact on the family's budget and their ability to meet other basic needs of the children in the home. Gif cards to King Soopers or Walmart to help with gas would be greatly appreciated. Also, both children play basketball, and the family would love to get a curbside basketball ho0p system so they can get outside and play at home. There is no preference to new or gently used.