Foster Care

At Arrow Child & Family Ministries, we believe every child deserves a safe, loving home — and the Shelton family is a shining example of what that dream can look like when it becomes reality. After opening their hearts and home through foster care, the Sheltons embraced the opportunity to care for a child in need. Their journey was one ...

Last month, we celebrated two incredible families who finalized their adoptions through kinship straight adoption. Their journeys reflect the power of love, commitment, and the impact of providing a stable and nurturing home for children in need. At Arrow, we are honored to support families through every step of the adoption process, ensuring children find their forever homes. Congratulations to ...

Arrow was proud to attend and sponsor the Houston Relatives as Parents (RAP) Conference, a vital event dedicated to supporting Kinship families. The conference featured a variety of training sessions, including topics on grief and loss, available benefits for Kinship families, legal guidance, and peer support. This event plays a crucial role in equipping families with the resources, knowledge, and ...

Arrow had the honor of being the first presenter at a recent in-person Info Session for future foster and adoptive parents. Hosted by Foster Community at the Helping Hand Home Campus in Austin, Texas, the event provided attendees with valuable insights, including a live Q&A panel featuring current foster parents who shared their experiences. With 77 RSVPs, the turnout highlighted ...

Region 4 — In honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, 4Kids4Families is partnering with communities across East Texas to raise awareness and support local efforts to prevent child abuse and neglect. Throughout April, 4Kids4Families is collaborating with Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs), Child Advocacy Centers, and Child Welfare Boards in Region 4 counties—including Anderson County (Palestine), Marion County (Jefferson), ...

On January 28, 2025, several of Arrow’s leaders attended the Texas Alliance of Child and Family Services (TACFS) Advocacy Day at the State Capitol in Austin. This annual event provides an invaluable opportunity for child welfare agencies to connect with legislators, share insights, and advocate for the needs of the children and families we serve.  During the event, Arrow leaders met with ...

Arrow Child & Family Ministries celebrated its North Houston Christmas Event, held at Arrow Headquarters on December 14, 2024. The event brought together foster families from the Houston area to celebrate the holiday season with gifts, fun activities, and a chance to connect with others who share similar experiences. The event was made possible through the generous support of numerous ...

Arrow Child & Family Ministries celebrated the season with its Annual Christmas Party on December 14, 2024, at First Methodist Church in Brownwood. The event, held in the church’s spacious worship area, was filled with festive fun and holiday cheer for local foster families. This is the second year in a row the church has generously hosted the party, and ...

Bikers Against Bullying East Texas (BABET) and Arrow Child & Family Ministries brings the East Texas community together to make Christmas extra special for children in foster care. BABET hosted the 5th annual toy run in Tyler on Dec. 7 to benefit Arrow Child & Child Family Ministries. This heartwarming event featured an exciting arrival of motorcyclists escorted by Santa, ...

At 4Kids4Families, our mission is clear—helping kids and strengthening families through community-based care. As we continue to expand our reach and impact across Region 4, we are excited to announce the grand openings of our new offices in Athens and Longview. These locations will allow us to better serve children and families in need, ensuring they receive the right support, ...