Hi Everyone. Just wanted to let you know Community and Family is helping out with an Easter Hunt, next Saturday April 19th and you are invited.

The Hunt will be for ages toddlers thru 6th grade and will be held at the West Sound Community Church property on 2356 Rude Rd, Poulsbo, WA 98370. The Hunt will begin at 11am, so please get there beforehand because once it starts, it will be done quickly.

Please feel free to invite your friends with kids and other foster families you know.

There also will be free raffle drawings for the kids and some refreshments if you come early.

If you have any questions, please let me know- Celeste DiFlaviano 360-731-4812

New Beginnings Church on 1410 Ohio Street, Bremerton, 98337
Dinner begins at 6pm
Childcare is provided.
Cost is $4 per adult, kids 18 and under OF MEMBERS are free
If not a member, $2 per child over age 3.

Membership is not required to attend the meetings, but there are benefits for members throughout the year and the dues are only $30 per family for the year.

The clothing closet will open for foster parents who need clothing for their children.
Clothing donations are accepted.

Please RSVP for the mariners game by March 20, 2014
We Are Family Day at the Mariners!
The game is Sunday April 27th at 1pm.
We will have a bus to take you there from Mullenix Park and Ride.
We will provide tickets for your family if you are a member of KFCA.
Otherwise, we will provide tickets for the foster kids in your house.
Please RSVP to president@kitsapfostercare.org THANKS!!!

$250
· Recognition as a Community Sponsor of KFCA Luncheon
· Recognition as a generous support from the podium by the emcee
· Name in email invitations and emailed event communications and reminders
· Name on printed program
· Recognition in all event related media relations
· Name on screen during the program
· Recognition as Community Sponsor on KFCA’s website and Facebook page
· ¼ page ad in the event program
· Blog?

$500
· All of the above plus:
· Name and/or logo printed on invitations sent to community leaders
· Name and/or logo in email invitations and emailed event communications and reminders
· Name and/or logo on printed program
· Name and/or logo on screen during the program
· Community recognition via any secured media sponsorships
· ½ page ad in the event program
· Ad featured in centerpiece at table
$1000
· All of the above plus:
· One VIP table with seating for 10 guests
· Full page ad in event program

Dear Community Member,
I am writing to you today because I know you share my commitment to Kitsap Foster children. I invite you to take an active part in helping Kitsap foster kids thrive in stable, healthy foster homes by hosting a table at Kitsap Foster Care Association’s first annual “Fostering the Kitsap Family” luncheon.
The luncheon will be held at the beautiful Bremerton Conference Center on September 25, 2014 from 11:30am-1pm.
Table hosts invite friends, colleagues and family members to join them in attending and supporting the KFCA luncheon. In the coming weeks, we’ll be sending along save-the-date emails, invitations, event updates and tips to help you engage your friends and colleagues. We want to support your efforts and are always available to answer your questions.
A few things to keep in mind:
· Everyone is welcome. We’re relying on you to fill a table of 10 people, but don’t stop there! Ask your invitees if they know of other people to invite. If your table exceeds 10 people, we will happily sit additional guests at the nearest table.
· Spirit of philanthropy. When you invite your guests, be sure to communicate that the event is a fundraiser. The suggested minimum donation at the event is $75, and every donation makes a difference in the lives of children in foster care in Kitsap County. Supporters of all financial capacities are welcome. KFCA is a registered 501c3 charity, #91-1586465.
· Personal touch. A personal touch on your save-the-date email or a follow up phone call is often the key to confirmation.
· About Kitsap Foster Care Association. Please share KFCA’s website address,www.kitsapfostercare.org, for more information about our work, or “like” us on Facebook.
Please join me on September 25, 2014 at 11:30am for this inspiring celebration. I welcome your RSVP by phone or email and look forward to working with you to support local kids.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Again, thank you for your leadership and dedication to helping children in foster care.
Very warm regards,

Naomi Nichols
President, Kitsap Foster Care Association
president 206-228-3885

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at New Beginnings Church on 1410 Ohio Street, Bremerton, 98337
Dinner begins at 6pm followed by training from 7-8.
Participants will receive a one hour training credit.
Childcare is provided.
Cost is $4 per adult, kids 18 and under OF MEMBERS are free
If not a member,    children 4 thru 8 are $2,    kids 9 and over are $4

Membership is not required to attend the meetings, but there are benefits for members throughout the year and the dues are only $30 per family for the year.

The clothing closet will open at 5:00 for foster parents who need clothing for their children.

Clothing donations are accepted.

To support and inspire foster, kinship, and adoptive caregivers through educational opportunities, enrichment activities, and by advocating for foster children in our local community.

Have you registered for the holiday party yet? It is coming up on Dec 14th from 1-3pm at New Beginnings Church 1410 Ohio Ave. Bremerton

You need to call Luanne at 360 876 5207 (registration is by PHONE ONLY) if you want your kids to get a gift there!
This party will take place of our monthly meeting.

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Are you interested in parent/child yoga?

We need your feedback;
How about these choices for times:
~ Wednesdays 3:45 – 4:45p.m.
~ Sundays 12:00 – 1:00p.m.
~ Sundays 3:00 – 4:00p.m.
It would be at Expansions Yoga in Silverdale.

In terms of pricing and commitment, would you prefer 4 weeks or 8 weeks?
We could do an 8 weeks Series for $72 which would cover one parent and one child OR a 4 Week Series for $40. If a parent had more than one child, each additional child would be $5.00 per class.

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Reminder; no meeting this month because of the mini conference last weekend.

Hello Foster, Kinship and Adoptive families and Community Partners,

This is an invitation to our 2013 Bremerton Mini-Conference brought to you by FPAWS, KFCA, Fostering Together and the Alliance for Child Welfare Excellence.

There will be limited daycare, lunch and Toys for 100 kids or more. Please visit the Conference web page for the conference information.There should be a training or two that will interest you.
https://fpaws.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/BremertonMiniConference/tabid/490186/Default.aspx
any questions, please contact Mike Canfield
FPAWS@FPAWS.org

Please note, this will take place of our Wednessday dinner meeting.      No Nov. meeting.

REQUEST FOR FUNDS
PIERCE AND KITSAP FOSTER CHILDREN ONLY
SC/FCRN Little Wishes provides up to $100 per foster child per year for educational enrichment, special needs, cultural activities and school activities.

Eligibility: Child must be currently in foster care or relative care. Adopted children or birth children are not eligible. Children outside the foster care system are not eligible.

SC/FCRN Little Wishes can be used in combination with other funds such as High 5 for Kids (Pierce County) or the Dream Project (Kitsap County), given according to their specific program guidelines.

Requests will be processed in the order they are received (with all required information) up to the limit of $2200. Processing time may be 2-3 weeks.

The money needs to be spent by December 15th.

The intent is to brighten the lives of children currently in care.
SLEEP COUNTRY & FCRN LITTLE WISHES FORM-2SLEEP COUNTRY & FCRN LITTLE WISHES FORM-2

We need people to do child care at our monthly dinner meeting from 6:30-8:00pm on the third Wednesday of the month, unless there is a special event.
You need to be able to pass a background check. Adults will get $30, teens will get service hours.
For more information contact childcare@kitsapfostercare.org

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We continue to look for help with our biggest fundraiser of the year; Ghost Train. It will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at South Kitsap Regional Park, Port Orchard .
We need help with vignettes, setting up the event, taking down at the end of the night.
We would appreciate any help, any amount of time you can give.
Do you have any groups (sports teams, youth groups, church groups, friends, family, ANYONE) who would be interested in helping foster kids right here in Kitsap County????
We are starting set up at noon on Oct. 26th. The event is 5-9pm.
We would also like to borrow any large halloween decorations you have for the night.
For more information contact president@kitsapfostercare.org

Thank you for your continued support!!