Kids - Nurturing Our Village

Connecting adoptive, foster, and all other types of families and kids with the resources they need to thrive.

Connecting adoptive, foster, and all other types of families and kids with the resources they need to thrive.

Kids

There are many kinds of support for your child, be they foster, adopted, surrogate, step- or biological. Some specialize in services for disabled children, or those newly grieving. Some offer mentoring, some support groups, some scholarships, some donations to meet specific requests. There are many who want to provide support to your child in their journey.
4Kids Independent Living
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
2717 West Cypress Creek Rd Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
Phone Number
954.979.7911
Description of activities

4KIDS is propelled by the vision of a home for every child. Whether that is a child removed from their home for the first time, siblings who need to stay together, a young mom in a unplanned pregnancy who needs a refuge, or a young adult who needs a place to belong, 4KIDS is there with hope and homes. 4KIDS Independent Living exists to guide young men and women as they transition out of foster care and into adulthood by offering a two-year transitional independent living residential program. During these two years, residents can complete their GED or further their education, gain employment experience, participate in life skills classes, and learn financial responsibility, all the while being surrounded by an encouraging group of resident advisors, mentors, and other young adults.

Where do they operate?
FL
If Parents, please specify
Expecting
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
A Home Within
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Description of activities

Free counseling for current and former foster youth. By matching youth with experienced therapists, we address the trauma and disruption inherent to foster care, help youth manage stress and anxiety, and develop the inner tools they need to become healthy adults.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
A Rosie Place for Children
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
53131 Quince Road, South Bend, IN 46628
Phone Number
(574) 235-8899
Description of activities

Children who are medically fragile come to A Rosie Place for up to 10 nights at a time for respite stays. During this time, parents are given the gift of time to go on a date night, experience fun activities with their healthy children or enjoy much needed rest. We also host special events throughout the year, families (parents, fragile children, and siblings) are given opportunities to connect with others in a supportive environment and central location.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Respite Care
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Organization serves medically fragile children
Does the organization need volunteers?
No
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
AbleLight
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
600 Hoffman Drive, Watertown, WI 53094
Description of activities

Provides a range of programs for individuals with disabilities, including group homes, skill training, employment supports, and day programs.

Where do they operate?
CA, CO, IL, KS, MI, MN, MO, NJ, OR, WI
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Services, Group homes, Respite Care, Mentoring/Coaching, Resources
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Agape Respite Care
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
298 Emmental Drive Berne, IN 46711
Phone Number
(260) 589-3351
Description of activities

Respite care

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Kids with background of abuse
What types of services do they offer?
Respite Care
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Any individual birth through adult with an intellectual and / or physical disability or chronic health condition, Reside within twenty (20) miles of the Agape Respite Care office (In Home Respite), Free of communicable diseases, Free of disruptive behavioral issues that would cause a danger to self or others, Free of life supporting equipment or skilled nursing care
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer 333 E. Lancaster Ave, #414, Wynnewood, PA 19096
Phone Number
866.333.1213
Description of activities

The SuperSibs Comfort & Care Mailing Programs send age-appropriate support over two years to children ages 4-18 residing in the U.S. who have experienced the childhood cancer diagnosis of a sibling. Travel for Care provides grants for medically related travel expenses.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Grieving/loss, Living with serious illnesses
What types of services do they offer?
Services, Donations
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Alliance of Hope
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
PO Box 7005, Evanston, IL 60204
Phone Number
847-868-3313
Description of activities

The Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides healing, compassionate support for people who have lost loved ones to suicide. Our online forum operates like a 24/7 support group. Our website contains support resources and information on the survivor experience.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Grieving/Loss
If Kids, please specify
Grieving/loss
What types of services do they offer?
Hotlines, Support Groups, Resources
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Amputee Coalition
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 420, South Building, Washington, DC 20004
Phone Number
888-267-5669
Description of activities

Provides peer visits, training and support groups to individuals who have lost a limb, or have limb differences, as well as their caregivers.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Support Groups
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves individuals with limb loss or limb differences and their caregivers.
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Autism Society Indiana
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
10255 Commerce Dr, Suite 164, Carmel, IN 46032
Phone Number
(800) 609-8449
Description of activities

Offers training and support groups

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Support Groups, Respite Care, Child care, Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves families with an autistic child.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Autism Society of America
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
6110 Executive Boulevard Suite 305 Rockville, Maryland 20852
Phone Number
800-328-8476
Description of activities

Offers training, resources, and support for those with autism and their community.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves individuals with autism and their families.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Autism Society of Indiana
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
10255 Commerce Drive, Suite 164 Carmel, IN 46032
Phone Number
800-609-8449
Description of activities

ASI provides respite care to families and individuals affected by autism through all 92 counties in Indiana. Respite Care services address the importance of caring for the caregiver by affording them the opportunity to reconnect with a spouse, friends, and family, time to devote to a hobby or special event, or simply the time to refresh and re-energize, while knowing their loved one is taken care of.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Support Groups, Respite Care, Child care, Resources
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Autism Speaks
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
1060 State Road, 2nd Floor Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone Number
(888) 288-4762
Description of activities

The Autism Response Team can answer your questions, connect you with tools and resources, and help you find autism services and supports in your community.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Referrals, Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Organization serves individuals with autism.
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Be Strong
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
692B S. Military Trail Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Phone Number
954-246-5807
Description of activities

Offers anti-bullying, anti-suicide, and resilience training, and self-care resources, as well as training and resources for parents, teachers, and school administrators

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Any parents
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Support Groups
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Benchmark Human Services
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
8515 Bluffton Road Fort Wayne, IN 46809
Phone Number
(260) 744-6145, (260) 456-2971
Description of activities

Provides a wide range of residential and outpatient services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Services, Group homes, Mentoring/Coaching, Resources, Camp
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves individuals 18 and older.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Bereaved Parents of the USA
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
5 Vanek Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12603-5403
Phone Number
304-842-1916
Description of activities

To offer support, understanding, encouragement and hope to bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents, To educate families about the grief process in all its complexities pertaining to the death of a child or a sibling at any age and from any cause, To connect fellow bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents who can offer support to each other and to each newly bereaved family.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Grieving/Loss
If Kids, please specify
Grieving/loss
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Support Groups, Resources
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Best Buddies
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
100 Southeast Second St, Suite 2200 Miami, FL 33131
Phone Number
1-800-89 BUDDY (28339)
Description of activities

Offers individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities one-to-one friendships, employment opportunities, leadership development training, and group homes.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Services, Group homes, Support Groups, Referrals, Mentoring/Coaching, Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Bethany Christian Services
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Description of activities

When children are in need of a family, we respond. In the U.S., we protect vulnerable children through essential services, including pregnancy counseling, foster care, emergency care, and adoption. We believe family is the essential human care structure, and we work to provide every child the support, safety, and connection they deserve.

Where do they operate?
AR, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, VT, WI, WV
If Parents, please specify
Expecting, Foster, Adoptive
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Foster Care Placement, Adoption
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Bianca’s Kids
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
621 S. Main St. Unit A Williamstown, NJ 08094
Description of activities

Bianca’s Kids grants wishes to children/teens ages 0-18 who are struggling due to emotional, physical or financial issues.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Donations
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
2502 N. Rocky Point Drive, Suite 550 Tampa, FL 33607
Phone Number
(813) 720-8778
Description of activities

Matches youth with mentors

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Mentoring/Coaching
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Bikers Against Child Abuse
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Phone Number
866-712-2873
Description of activities

Bikers Against Child Abuse, Inc. (B.A.C.A.) exists with the intent to create a safer environment for abused children. We exist as a body of Bikers to empower children to not feel afraid of the world in which they live. We stand ready to lend support to our wounded friends by involving them with an established, united organization. We work in conjunction with local and state officials who are already in place to protect children. We desire to send a clear message to all involved with the abused child that this child is part of our organization, and that we are prepared to lend our physical and emotional support to them by affiliation, and our physical presence.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Kids with background of abuse
What types of services do they offer?
Services
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Child has a case of abuse which has been reported to the authorities.
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Borrowed Hearts Foundation
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
1144 Indy Court, Evansville, IN 47725
Phone Number
(812) 602-5551
Description of activities

The Borrowed Hearts Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization created to help children in foster care and their foster families with necessities like clothing, hygiene items, food, and more. Since 2016, we’ve helped over 7,000 kids in foster care and eased the financial burden of foster families. We’re able to touch these lives through our generous sponsors, caring volunteers, and free store. We exclusively serve children in foster care and their fostering families.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Foster
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Donations, Support Groups
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Bosma
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
6270 Corporate Drive Indianapolis, IN 46278
Phone Number
317-684-0600
Description of activities

The organization offers center which is a training ground to teach independent living and employment skills to people who are blind or have limited sight. These skills give them the opportunity to pursue their dreams and live their own American Dream. Additionally, they partner with businesses to create jobs and training programs for people who are blind.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Services, Referrals
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Organization serves visually impaired, ages 17+
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Bowen
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
2621 E. Jefferson St. Warsaw, IN 46580
Phone Number
(574) 267-7169
Description of activities

We treat the whole person by delivering primary health care that addresses emotional and physical health, addiction recovery, life skills coaching, and more. Medicaid, private insurance, and Medicare are welcome, and no one is turned away for an inability to pay.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Any parents
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Training, Group homes, Mentoring/Coaching, Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Adams County, IN, Allen County, IN, Blackford County, IN, Dekalb County, IN, Delaware County, IN, Elkhart County, IN, Grant County, IN, Hamilton County, IN, Hancock County, IN, Howard County, IN, Huntington County, IN, Jay County, IN, Kosciusko County, IN, La Porte County, IN, Lagrange County, IN, Madison County, IN, Marion County, IN, Marshall County, IN, Noble County, IN, St Joseph County, IN, Starke County, IN, Steuben County, IN, Tipton County, IN, Wabash County, IN, Wells County, IN; Whitley County, IN
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Joseph County
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
502 E Sample St. South Bend, IN 46601
Phone Number
574-232-2048
Description of activities

STRIVE offers one-to-one and small group tutoring in key areas: Math, Literacy, Social & Emotional Learning, College & Workforce Readiness. Clubs are offered through various sites in South Bend.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Mentoring/Coaching
Boys Town
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
14100 Crawford Street Boys Town, NE 68010
Phone Number
800-448-3000
Description of activities

Offers group home, parenting classes, and a family support hotline.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Any parents
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Training, Group homes, Hotlines
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Brain Injury Association of Indiana
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
https://biaindiana.org/,support/
Description of activities

Offers support groups for persons with brain injury and their families

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Support Groups, Resources
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Brittany’s Hope
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
1160 North Market Street Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Phone Number
717-367-9614
Description of activities

Child Sponsorship promotes family-like care to children residing in orphanages to ensure their emotional, social, and physical needs are met, Family Support – Directly supporting orphaned & vulnerable children, within their own communities, to strengthen and stabilize families so children remain in their care, Adoption Grants -Uniting children with special needs with loving families through inter-country adoption grants so they have the opportunity to fully prosper.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Adoptive
What types of services do they offer?
Child care, Adoption, Adoption Funding
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
C.A.S.E
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
3919 National Drive, Suite 200 Burtonsville, MD 20866
Description of activities

C.A.S.E. created the accredited Training for Adoption Competency (TAC) program to train more than 1800 mental health therapists nationwide from 18 different states. Adoptive, kinship and foster families across the country can now search by state to find mental health professionals who have the specialized skills to address your unique needs.

Where do they operate?
AL, CA, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT, WI, WV
If Parents, please specify
Adoptive
If Kids, please specify
Adopted kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling
Does the organization need volunteers?
No
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Camp Mak-A-Dream
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
727 Camp Mak-A-Dream Road Gold Creek, Montana 59733
Phone Number
406.549.5987
Description of activities

Camp Mak-A-Dream serves those dealing with cancer diagnosis, survivors, and their families. Specialized camps include Kids Camp, Siblings Camp, Teen Camp, Teen Heads Up Conference, Young Adult Conference, Heads Up Conference, Adult Retreats, Family Camp, Caregiver Retreats, and Family Camp Outside of travel to the site, here is no cost for the camp.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Respite Care, Resources, Camp
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Those dealing with cancer diagnoses, cancer survivors, and their families. Camp is located in Montana.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Camp Millhouse
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
25600 Kelly Rd South Bend, IN 46614
Phone Number
574-233-2202
Description of activities

Camp runs from mid June to the end of July. Camp sessions are one week long, beginning Sunday afternoon and usually ending Friday afternoon (exceptions are “One”derful week and Kids’ week). The majority of our weeks are differentiated by age group. During these weeks we accept people with a range of needs, from people who are very independent to people who require one-on-one care. Staff-to-camper ratios during a typical camp week range from 1:1 to 1:4. “One”derful week is designed specifically for people who require 1:1 care. Sports week is a session of sports programming specifically for independent campers (no 1:1 staffing available) who enjoy playing sports.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Camp
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Our campers range in age from 7 to 75 plus. Campers’ diagnoses also varies. Unfortunately, we can not support campers with trachs or vents but generally are able to support any other diagnosis.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Camp Simcha
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
151 West 30th Street Third Floor New York, NY 10001
Phone Number
212-699-6661 / 877-CHAI-LIFE
Description of activities

Offers camps for children with cancer and other disorders, and another for children with chronic illnesses.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Living with serious illnesses
What types of services do they offer?
Camp
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Child is living with cancer, blood illness, or other chronic condition
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Carey Services, Inc.
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
2724 S. Carey Street Marion, IN 46953
Phone Number
765-668-8961
Description of activities

Provides a range of services for individuals with disabilities including early head start, community based supported living, group homes, respite, day programs, life coach, medical equipment, and transportation

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Donations, Group homes, Respite Care, Referrals, Mentoring/Coaching
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves Grant County, IN; Blackford County, IN; Cass County, IN; Wabash County, IN
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Catholic Charities: Fort Wayne – South Bend
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
1817 Miami St South Bend, IN 46613
Phone Number
574-234-3111
Description of activities

Offers a range of services for families including addiction counseling, mental health counseling, pregnancy counseling, adoption resources and educational support for teen moms.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Any parents
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Services, Donations, Referrals, Mentoring/Coaching
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD)
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
5850 Granite Parkway, Suite 600 Plano, Texas 75024
Phone Number
877.448.4747
Description of activities

CARD developed a treatment approach for children with autism, up to age seven, that focuses on minimizing challenging behaviors and maximizing skill acquisition. Once new behaviors are mastered, they focus on generalization with the goal of transitioning each child into the mainstream educational system. If necessary, they also provide school shadowing services so children have the support they need in the classroom. The CARD® Teen Services Program is flexible and can be tailored to individuals with a broad range of needs. Specifically, the program targets communication skills, adaptive skills (i.e., dressing, making meals, toileting, etc.), and problem behaviors. The Program also assists individuals with mild deficits who may need assistance acquiring more complex social skills and applying them with their peers in their natural environments.

Where do they operate?
AK, AR, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, NJ, NM, NV, OR, RI, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Mentoring/Coaching, Resources
Center for Courageous Kids (CCK)
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
1501 Burnley Road Scottsville, KY 42164
Phone Number
270-618-2912
Description of activities

During CCK’s summer camp sessions, children have the opportunity to meet a community of peers living with the same medical condition. The relationships made with other children who understand their daily struggles and challenges provide a sense of comfort and hope in knowing they are not alone. CCK also supports the parents of these courageous campers. As their child is enjoying a medically safe camping experience, parents can take this opportunity to reconnect and focus their attention on each other.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids, Living with serious illnesses
What types of services do they offer?
Respite Care, Camp
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Camp is located in Kentucky.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Child and Parent Services (CAPS)
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
1000 W. Hively Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517
Phone Number
(574) 295-2277
Description of activities

By providing parents with the tools and resources needed to support parenting skills and to strengthen families, CAPS can equip families to build strong, healthy lives.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Child protective services involvement
If Kids, please specify
Any kids, Kids with background of abuse
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Services, Camp
Chosen
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
144 Clemens Ave New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone Number
-830-455-0101
Description of activities

Chosen’s mission is to help children, youth, and families prevent and heal trauma from maltreatment through healthy relational connections. We help children heal from abuse and neglect by equipping parents with life-changing tools to overcome the hurt so families can thrive!

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Foster, Adoptive, Child protective services involvement
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Training, Services
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Chosen International
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
P.O. Box 5515 Grants Pass, Oregon 97527
Description of activities

Chosen International is a faith based organization providing emotional, educational and spiritual support to teen adoptees and their parents. It is our desire to provide resources and group opportunities that will encourage and strengthen adoptive families.

Where do they operate?
OR
If Parents, please specify
Adoptive
If Kids, please specify
Adopted kids
What types of services do they offer?
Resources
Does the organization need volunteers?
No
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Christian Family Care
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
2346 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone Number
(602) 234-1935
Description of activities

Christian Family Care is the leading provider of services that strengthen families and serve at-risk kids. We see a future where every vulnerable child is loved and nurtured in a Christ-centered family. To make that vision a reality, Christian Family Care partners with families, churches, and caring neighbors like you to provide comprehensive adoption and foster care services, along with extensive counseling and support programs for children, families, and women struggling with unplanned pregnancies.

Where do they operate?
AZ
If Parents, please specify
Foster
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Counseling, Training, Services, Donations, Support Groups, Child care, Foster Care Placement, Adoption, Mentoring/Coaching
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
CogniTutor
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Phone Number
954-408-3390
Description of activities

CogniTutor provides services to students, schools, foster care organizations, and non-profits. We have designed our services to fulfill our clients’ educational goals based on their needs. From providing workshops for teachers, and helping students get into college to partnering with different organizations, we make sure our clients succeed.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Mentoring/Coaching
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Scholarships available for children in foster care and those with special needs
Computers with Causes
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
1175 Shaw Avenue #104-135 Clovis, California 93612
Phone Number
888-228-7320
Description of activities

Provides free computers for people in need

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Any parents
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Donations
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Organization prioritizes donations for students, teachers, and parents, the elderly, foster homes, shelters, disabled US veterans and struggling military families, and like-minded nonprofit organizations.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Corvilla
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
3620 Deahl Ct South Bend, IN 46628
Phone Number
574-289-9779
Description of activities

Offers group homes, day programs, skill training, and employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Services, Group homes, Child care, Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves South Bend, IN; Bremen, IN, Granger, IN
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Cranio Care Bears
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Description of activities

Provides care packages for children facing cranio surgery.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Child with serious illness
If Kids, please specify
Living with serious illnesses
What types of services do they offer?
Services
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Disability Legal Services of Indiana
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
5954 N. College Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46220
Phone Number
317-426-7733
Description of activities

Disability Legal Services of Indiana, Inc. (DLSI) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing free and low cost legal services to Indiana’s children and adults with disabilities, primarily in education matters.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids
What types of services do they offer?
Services
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Eligible applicants whose annual household income is under 150% of the federal poverty level (FPL) will generally receive free services, while clients whose annual income is between 150 to 300% of FPL will be charged a low-cost fee for services. Per DLSI guidelines, applicants living at 125% of FPL level will be given priority for services.
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Duchenne Family Assistance Program
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
5745 W. Maple Road, Suite 204, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
Description of activities

The Duchenne Family Assistance Program is a collaboration between Team Joseph and Little Hercules Foundation, and provides personalized assistance to individuals and families affected by Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Assistance includes direct financial assistance for travel to clinic appointments, equipment or modifications, or help with insurance claims and denials, coverage for approved treatments or guidance and mentoring, we’re here for you.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Parents, please specify
Parent of disabled/special needs child, Child with serious illness
If Kids, please specify
Disabled/special needs kids, Living with serious illnesses
What types of services do they offer?
Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Organization serves families who have a child diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Educational Data Systems (EDSI)
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Phone Number
313-271-2660
Description of activities

Our In-School and Out-of-School Youth programs help clients gain the skills they need for high-demand jobs in their communities. We provide training, workshops, field trips, mentoring and internships that allow youth to explore new areas and find out what they are good at. Our program has three phases: Phase 1: Employability and training preparation Phase 2: Workplace exposure and post-secondary education/training Phase 3: Employment Youth work with a Career Advisor to create a Career Pathway Plan toward sustainability in a field that capitalizes on the youth’s unique talents. Our cohort program design allows youth to move through the program as a group, learning teamwork skills and providing support to each other as they share similar experiences. We target youth who may face substantial barriers to employment: those who are in the foster system, at risk of dropping out of school or facing poverty and other challenges.

Where do they operate?
CT, FL, MI, MS, NC, NJ, NY, PA, TN
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids, Aged-out foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Edwardsburg Foster Clothes Closet
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
P.O. Box 598 28647 US 12 West Edwardsburg, MI 49112
Phone Number
269-663-2648/810-288-4802
Description of activities

Clothes closet for foster children

Where do they operate?
MI
If Kids, please specify
Foster kids
What types of services do they offer?
Donations
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Evansville Christian Life Center
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
509 South Kentucky Avenue, Evansville, IN 47714-1091
Phone Number
812-423-9222
Description of activities

Family Care Services provides coaching, and classes to help families succeed. You will be rewarded for attending coaching and classes with items such as: diapers, formula, cribs and high chairs.

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Expecting
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Referrals, Mentoring/Coaching, Resources
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Serves Evansville, IN
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Experience Camps
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Name of Org
Physical Address
P.O. BOX 5121 Westport, CT 06881
Phone Number
833-226-7385
Description of activities

At Experience Camps, everyone understands what it’s like to lose someone important. Here, kids can laugh, cry, play, honor the memory of the person who died, and forget the grief that weighs them down. At camp, they learn they are not alone.

Where do they operate?
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
If Kids, please specify
Grieving/loss
What types of services do they offer?
Camp
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Child has experienced the loss of a parent, sibling, or primary caregiver.
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash
Family and Children’s Center
Who would benefit from the services of this organization?
Physical Address
300 S. Saint Louis Blvd, Suite 100
South Bend, IN 46617
Phone Number
574-968-9660
Description of activities

Healthy Families – helps parents of newborn babies or expectant parents by offering support and information about child development and what to expect as a new parent.

The Brain Train – focused on promoting engagement between the parent and child to meet developmental milestones, build positive relationships, become educated on age-appropriate play and safety precautions, and provide community resources for each family.

Tech Crossing – a free program designed to educate your family on technology skills and how to prepare your child for Kindergarten. We provide a variety of materials and techniques to successfully prepare your children for school. Enjoy learning with an ABC mouse account, creating goals with your child, using learning tools, and completing educational print outs!

Where do they operate?
IN
If Parents, please specify
Any parents, Expecting
If Kids, please specify
Any kids
What types of services do they offer?
Training, Services
Are there any qualifications? (Eg., age, gender, disability?)
Healthy Families – Any parent in the St. Joseph County area with a child three months old or younger, or expectant mothers, may sign up for this free program. Brain Train – Anyone who has a child under 5 years old living in St. Joseph County, Indiana and who is not already enrolled in Community Partners, DCS, or Healthy Families. Tech Crossing – Any family that lives in St. Joseph County, has a child 3-5 years old, and who meets the income qualifications. (Fill out the Sign-up link to see if you meet our qualifications)
Does the organization need volunteers?
Yes
Does the organization solicit donations?
Cash

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