(Posted 2023 July)

We were so excited to partner with Foster the Family D.C. to offer a fun foster family event to kick off the summer on Saturday, June 10, 2023. This event was our way of showing appreciation for our fabulous foster parents who put it all on the line to support the children in foster care and their families. Each foster family is so loved, and we are grateful for you every day! 

The 14 families who joined us at 6 p.m. were able to enjoy a delicious meal donated by Lasagna Love, along with tea and cookies courtesy of Chick-fil-A. Families took part in a variety of amazing activities and games including corn hole, ladder ball, hopping balls, bubbles, sidewalk art, hula hooping, jumping rope, a selfie photo booth, and more!

As the sun went down, families were invited to spread out a blanket or set up lawn chairs and settle in for a viewing of Disney’s Inside Out. This coming-of-age film brings to life the inner workings of a teenager’s emotions with insight, wit, and relatability for all ages. 

Freshly popped popcorn and snow cones were available to enjoy during the show! It was a great time of food, fellowship, and fun. Foster families could meet, and children could play together. Our Fairfax County Foster Care and Adoption staff and our community partners were able to show foster families just how much they mean to us.

Thanks to Foster the Family D.C., each family left with a summer fun gift basket containing beach towels, sunscreen, bubble wands, outdoor games, and a gift card to the movies. We’d also like to thank Fairfax Church of Christ for providing the space to hold the event just for our Fairfax County families. The event wouldn’t have been possible with the support of McLean Bible Church for allowing the use of their outdoor movie screen, movie projector, popcorn makers, snow cone makers, and numerous outdoor games. 

Julie Bowman, FCA Resource and Support program manager said, “We missed those families who couldn’t make it and we hope you’ll join us for future events!”