Are you curious about becoming a foster parent? Hundreds of children in Fairfax County need a temporary loving home until they can safely return to their families. We need more foster parents, and information meetings are one of the ways we get to know prospective parents.
Information meetings for prospective parents are by invitation only on the second Tuesday of each month. To attend a meeting first complete a short interest form to help us get to know you better. One of our specialists will review your completed information and contact you within two business days.
Thank you for your interest in becoming a foster parent and helping children in need.
2026 Information Meeting Schedule
Jan. 13
Feb. 10
Mar. 10
Apr. 14
May 12 – May is Foster Care Month
Jun. 9
Jul. 14, 6:45-8:30 p.m. (Virtual)
Aug. 11, 5:30-7 p.m. (Gerry Hyland Government Center)
Sep. 8, 6:45-8:30 p.m. (Virtual)
Oct. 13, 5:30-7 p.m. (Pennino Building)
Nov. 10, 6:45-8:30 p.m. (Virtual)
Dec. 8, 5:30-7 p.m. (Pennino Building)
Please check back for additional meetings. Get more information by calling 703-324-7639, TTY 711.
Want to learn more about the process to become a foster parent and what to expect?
There are six steps to becoming a foster parent with Fairfax County Foster Care and Adoption. It’s not as hard as it sounds, so check out this video to learn more!
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