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National Foster Parent Association, Inc.

National. 50 affiliated groups. Founded 1972. Support, education and advocacy for foster parents and their children. Resource center for foster care information. Quarterly newsletter, annual national conference and workshops. Chapter development guidelines.
Write:
National Foster Parent Assn., Inc.
1102 Prarie Ridge Trail
Pflugerville, TX 78660
Voice: 1-800-557-5238
Fax: 253-238-4252
Website: http://www.nfpaonline.org
E-mail: info@nfpaonline.org
Verified: 7/2/2012

Fostered Adult Children Together (FACT)

Model. 1 group in MI. Founded 1999. Provides mutual support for former foster children. Literature. Provides assistance in starting similar groups.
Write:
Foster Adult Children Together
226 S. Burkhart Road
Howell, MI 48843
Voice: 517-546-7818
Fax: 517-546-7818
Website: http://www.factsupportgroup.com
E-mail: carolannlucas@hotmail.com
Verified: 8/14/2012

FosterClub

Online. Support for young people in the foster care system to connect in a safe monitored environment. Information relating to foster care, message boards, social networking, publications, teen conference and workshops.
Write:
FosterClub
753 First Ave
Seaside, OR 97138
Website: http://www.fosterclub.com
Verified: 6/29/2012

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