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As July and Independence Day reminds us of the power of freedom, Arrow Child & Family Ministries is spotlighting stories of healing, hope and transformation through its “Freedom to Thrive” campaign. Through Arrow’s Behavioral Health Services and reunification efforts families are supported, bonds restored, and children and caregivers can learn to thrive. For Crysten Smith, the word freedom means more than fireworks ...

On Monday, May 19, a beautiful chapter came full circle as Marcus Giovanni Westley Dennis was officially adopted into his forever family. Arrow Case Manager Michaela Zocchi was honored to witness the emotional hearing, where more than 10 DHS workers — spanning from Marcus’ first CPS caseworker to his final foster care advocate — gathered to celebrate this life-changing moment ...

Graduation season is a special season at Arrow. We proudly celebrate the incredible seniors from our Hunt Valley, Riverside and Tangram campuses. Each Arrow student’s journey is unique, and their graduation represents more than just a diploma, it’s a powerful milestone of growth, perseverance and triumph. From Senior Day to when they are recognized, our class of 2025 has made ...

What happens when community meets opportunity? For Arrow Child & Family Ministries, the answer came in the form of more than 18,000 small acts of kindness during a powerful month-long partnership with Spec’s Wines, Spirits & Finer Foods. Throughout May, Arrow was featured as Spec’s “Charity of the Month” in all 75 Houston-area locations, coordinating perfectly with Foster Care Awareness Month. At ...

Chelsea Townes is a former client of Arrow’s Crossroads program. After an amazing milestone, she is now on the road to becoming a champion for others. Townes recently earned her master’s in social work. Townes’ story is not short of difficulties or hurdles, but her strength and unshakable purpose brings her journey full circle. Tammy Vickers is a Procurement Coordinator ...

Huge shoutout to the incredible generosity of our East Texas communities as more than 200 prom dresses were collected for youth in foster care. Each donated by individuals and organizations from Paris to Tyler. We were proud to partner with The Salon Professional Academy (TSPA) of Whitehouse, where students and instructors provided complimentary hair and makeup services to help young ...

This past Wednesday, the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Baltimore County Excellence in Education Teacher Awards, an event that shines a spotlight on the outstanding educators who go above and beyond to shape the future. We’re thrilled to announce that two exceptional staff members from Tangram School were nominated for Awards for Excellence in Education, sponsored by ...

Arrow is celebrating an incredible achievement by a handful of our youth. Six of our remarkable Arrow Center for Education Schools students were selected as recipients of the distinguished Michael Cardin Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually by the Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF). This honor recognizes students across Maryland who demonstrate exceptional dedication to their goals ...

Arrow’s Crossroads Community in Maryland proudly joined forces with community partners. Supporting the Harford County Sheriff’s Office during the Bel Air 5K Town Run on Sunday, June 1, while also lending a hand to The Humane Society of Harford County. These service opportunities marked a meaningful opportunity for the youth to connect with their community through service and support. As ...

On Thursday, May 29, Arrow Child & Family Ministries hosted a moving and thought-provoking event to celebrate the official launch of In Their Shoes, a podcast giving voice to the real experiences within the Texas foster care system. offers an unprecedented look into the journey of the children, parents, caseworkers, and officials who are part of this system. This three-episode ...