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- We’re on a mission to inspire and equip God’s people to care effectively for vulnerable children and families.
  
  The CAFO Response
  
  Bringing Christians together in a rare model of unity in the full continuum of response to vulnerable children worldwide.
  
  Movement History
  
  How 38 leaders left their “logos and egos at the door” to launch a worldwide movement.
  
  CONNECT IN COMMUNITIES
  
  Nonprofit Leaders
  
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  Global Leaders
  
  Parents Students Advocates Researchers
Initiatives
- We unite an alliance in shared initiatives so that every vulnerable child will experience God’s unfailing love in a thriving family.
  
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  More Than Enough
  
  Helping communities in the U.S. work together to transform foster care where they live.
  
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  Inspiring churches to pursue a holy and helpful vision of discipleship and action.
  
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  Helping organizations apply the best available knowledge to see better outcomes.
  
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  Uniting and strengthening global networks worldwide.
  
  The Family Institute
  
  Promoting the long-term flourishing of Christian foster and adoptive families.
  
  Development & Discipleship
  
  Guiding new approaches in fundraising grounded in the theology of God’s abundance.
  
  Aging Out
  
  Sharing models of healthy life transition programs for youth aging out of care.
  
  Soul Care
  
  Pouring into leaders so they can pour out to those they serve.
Events
- CAFO2024 Summit
  
  Join us at our annual conference Sept. 18-20 to meet, discover, learn and share with others walking the same road and working toward the same solutions as you.
  
  Orphan/Stand Sunday
  
  Reflecting God’s heart for orphaned and vulnerable children on Nov. 10, 2024.
  
  Pure Religion Sunday
  
  A new way for the Church to express the same heart for the vulnerable, rooted in James 1:27 and celebrated on Nov. 10, 2024.
  
  Soul & Strategy Retreat
  
  Vibrant ministry springs from a vibrant soul, and excellent strategy is forged with wise friends. An event for CAFO Member CEOs March 6-8, 2024.
  
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The Alliance
- We’re on a mission to inspire and equip God’s people to care effectively for vulnerable children and families.
  
  The CAFO Response
  
  Bringing Christians together in a rare model of unity in the full continuum of response to vulnerable children worldwide.
  
  Movement History
  
  How 38 leaders left their “logos and egos at the door” to launch a worldwide movement.
  
  CONNECT IN COMMUNITIES
  
  Nonprofit Leaders
  
  Church Ministry Leaders
  
  Global Leaders
  
  Parents Students Advocates Researchers
Initiatives
- We unite an alliance in shared initiatives so that every vulnerable child will experience God’s unfailing love in a thriving family.
  
  Major Initiatives
  
  More Than Enough
  
  Helping communities in the U.S. work together to transform foster care where they live.
  
  Pure Religion Project
  
  Inspiring churches to pursue a holy and helpful vision of discipleship and action.
  
  Research & Best Practices
  
  Helping organizations apply the best available knowledge to see better outcomes.
  
  Global Network
  
  Uniting and strengthening global networks worldwide.
  
  The Family Institute
  
  Promoting the long-term flourishing of Christian foster and adoptive families.
  
  Development & Discipleship
  
  Guiding new approaches in fundraising grounded in the theology of God’s abundance.
  
  Aging Out
  
  Sharing models of healthy life transition programs for youth aging out of care.
  
  Soul Care
  
  Pouring into leaders so they can pour out to those they serve.
Events
- CAFO2024 Summit
  
  Join us at our annual conference Sept. 18-20 to meet, discover, learn and share with others walking the same road and working toward the same solutions as you.
  
  Orphan/Stand Sunday
  
  Reflecting God’s heart for orphaned and vulnerable children on Nov. 10, 2024.
  
  Pure Religion Sunday
  
  A new way for the Church to express the same heart for the vulnerable, rooted in James 1:27 and celebrated on Nov. 10, 2024.
  
  Soul & Strategy Retreat
  
  Vibrant ministry springs from a vibrant soul, and excellent strategy is forged with wise friends. An event for CAFO Member CEOs March 6-8, 2024.
  
  Other Events
  
  View Full Events Calendar
Resources & Research
- Explore Resource Library
  
  Curated, best-in-class resources from across CAFO to help you learn and grow in your capacity to effectively care for children and families.
  
  Explore Podcasts
  
  Listen to original podcasts created and produced by CAFO Initiatives and facilitated by the CAFO community.
  
  Resources
  
  Resource Library
  
  CAFO Academy Courses
  
  Speakers Bureau
  
  Job Board
  
  Podcasts
  
  CAFO Online Store
  
  Recursos en Español
  
  Research
  
  Research Hub
  
  Published Research
  
  Research Affiliates
  
  Orphan Care Statistics
  
  Foster Care Statistics
Membership
- Unite with others in a shared vision larger than any one organization, church or network can achieve alone.
  
  Membership Overview
  
  Learn more about our membership standards, types of members and the benefits of joining the CAFO community.
  
  Explore Members
  
  Trustworthy organizations, churches and networks to partner with in every aspect of ministry.
  
  Become a Member
  
  Individual Membership
  
  Church Membership
  
  Nonprofit Membership
  
  Global Network Membership

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Fuel + Friction: Minimizing the Barriers that Keep Churches from Taking Action

May 9, 2024 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

Fuel + Friction: Minimizing the Barriers that Keep Churches from Taking Action

This Fuel + Friction Webinar is uniquely designed for organizational church engagement leaders. You’ll gain some fresh ideas, be challenged in new ways of thinking, connect with others doing similar work and walk away with principles and practices that will transform your approach, mindset and overall vision for what you want for the Church, not just from the Church.

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Fuel + Friction: Minimizing the Barriers that Keep Churches from Taking Action

May 13, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

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Engaging Retirees in Your Church’s Foster Care, Adoption and Family Support Ministry

May 23, 2024 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT

Engaging Retirees in Your Church’s Foster Care, Adoption and Family Support Ministry

In partnership with Retirement Reformation (retirementreformation.org), the Pure Religion Project at CAFO will discuss how church-based ministries can significantly benefit from the wealth of experience, resources, and faith-driven commitment that the retired community offers. This webinar is aimed at expanding your reach, enhancing your programs, and fostering a community of support through strategic engagement with retirees.

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