We transform the lives of children and families through a broad array of comprehensive child welfare programs and services.
Through our holistic approach, we offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of children and families. From foster and kinship care to case management, clinical and behavioral health, prevention and family preservation, residential programs, and so much more, we are committed to creating stronger, healthier communities.
Helping children and families across the U.S.
Our affiliates in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri are ready to offer additional support, ensuring you’re never alone in this journey. We’ve grown from a small rural day camp in 1965 to a multi-state organization, but our mission remains the same: Devoted to the Strength of Family.
Foster Parent Resources
TFI is a leading organization dedicated to providing adoption services and support to children and families.
Events and Programs
TFI offers a range of events aimed at supporting and transforming the lives of children in need.
TFI Annual Report
Discover how we’re transforming lives and communities: delve into our annual report to explore our remarkable story of resilience and commitment that define TFI’s mission, making a positive difference one family at a time.
We’re making a difference.
9,338+
Children and youth served in Fiscal Year 2025.
947
Families reunified to create strong family units in Fiscal Year 2025.
576
Children found their “no matter what” families through adoption.
827
Families served in prevention programs to strengthen family bonds.
Begin the New Year by Impacting a Foster Child’s Life
Begin the New Year by Impacting a Foster Child’s Life
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‘Tis the Season of Giving: Celebrating Foster Parent Jennie Williams
‘Tis the Season of Giving: Celebrating Foster Parent Jennie Williams
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National Adoption Month: Highlighting Mr. Howell Watson
National Adoption Month: Highlighting Mr. Howell Watson
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National Adoption Month: Highlighting The Sharp Family
National Adoption Month: Highlighting The Sharp Family
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TFI Family Services Offers Halloween Safety Tips for a Spooktacular Halloween
TFI Family Services Offers Halloween Safety Tips for a Spooktacular Halloween
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Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Hailey Medina
Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Hailey Medina
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Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Maria Mariscal
Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Maria Mariscal
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Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Kelcie Pusch
Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Kelcie Pusch
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Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Angela Blanton
Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Angela Blanton
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Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Travis Wackerly
Hometown Heroes: Highlighting Child Welfare Worker Travis Wackerly
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Talking to Kids about Foster Care During the Back-To-School-Season
Talking to Kids about Foster Care During the Back-To-School-Season
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TFI Celebrates 60 Years of Impact at Sip & Safari Event
TFI Celebrates 60 Years of Impact at Sip & Safari Event
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TFI Shares 4th of July Firework Safety: How to Celebrate Safely
TFI Shares 4th of July Firework Safety: How to Celebrate Safely
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National Reunification Month: How Parent Partners & the Community Provide Support
National Reunification Month: How Parent Partners & the Community Provide Support
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The Family Initiative (TFI) Provides Water Safety Tips to Parents and Caregivers for The Upcoming Summer
The Family Initiative (TFI) Provides Water Safety Tips to Parents and Caregivers for The Upcoming Summer
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TFI Recognizes Longest Tenured Employee During Company’s 60th Anniversary
TFI Recognizes Longest Tenured Employee During Company’s 60th Anniversary
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TFI Honors the Strength and Commitment of Foster Parents Throughout National Foster Care Month
TFI Honors the Strength and Commitment of Foster Parents Throughout National Foster Care Month
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Heat Safety Awareness Day: Safety Tips from TFI
Heat Safety Awareness Day: Safety Tips from TFI
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TFI Celebrates the Resilience & Dedication of Foster Parents
TFI Celebrates the Resilience & Dedication of Foster Parents
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TFI Family Services Strives to Prevent Child Abuse
TFI Family Services Strives to Prevent Child Abuse
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TFI announces New VP of Foster Care for Texas & Oklahoma
TFI announces New VP of Foster Care for Texas & Oklahoma
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Accomplished TFI Employee Receives Prestigious Award
Accomplished TFI Employee Receives Prestigious Award
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TFI Announces New VP of Learning and Development
TFI Announces New VP of Learning and Development
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Local Family Opens Their Hearts and Home to Two Brothers in Need
Local Family Opens Their Hearts and Home to Two Brothers in Need
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TFI Celebrates Child Safety & Protection Month
TFI Celebrates Child Safety & Protection Month
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TFI Announces New Senior Vice President Finance
TFI Announces New Senior Vice President Finance
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Commemorating Six Decades of TFI’s Commitment to Strengthening Families
Commemorating Six Decades of TFI’s Commitment to Strengthening Families
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TFI Announces New Chief Program Officer
TFI Announces New Chief Program Officer
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TFI Announces New Vice President of Data and Report Validation
TFI Announces New Vice President of Data and Report Validation
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2INgage Celebrates The Transformative Power of Adoption
2INgage Celebrates The Transformative Power of Adoption
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TFI’s Annual Golf Ball Drop Raises Funds to Brighten the Holidays for Foster Children
TFI’s Annual Golf Ball Drop Raises Funds to Brighten the Holidays for Foster Children
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The Family Initiative, Inc. (TFI) Celebrates National Adoption Month
The Family Initiative, Inc. (TFI) Celebrates National Adoption Month
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The Family Initiative, Inc. (TFI) Offers Halloween Safety Tips to Families
The Family Initiative, Inc. (TFI) Offers Halloween Safety Tips to Families
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At Blue Skies, There Is Somebody for Everybody
At Blue Skies, There Is Somebody for Everybody
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TFI Focuses on Firework Safety This July
TFI Focuses on Firework Safety This July
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TFI Advocates for Parents to Play a Role in Preventing Heatstroke
TFI Advocates for Parents to Play a Role in Preventing Heatstroke
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Child Welfare Champion Awarded to 2INgage’s Chanel Sharp
Child Welfare Champion Awarded to 2INgage’s Chanel Sharp
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More Ways Than One to Make a Difference in the Lives of Foster Children this year in honor of Foster Care Month
More Ways Than One to Make a Difference in the Lives of Foster Children this year in honor of Foster Care Month
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TFI Announces New Vice President of Finance
TFI Announces New Vice President of Finance
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TFI Announces New Director of Prevention Program
TFI Announces New Director of Prevention Program
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The Family Initiative (TFI) Becomes One of the Largest Child Community-Based Care Child Welfare Agencies in the U.S.
The Family Initiative (TFI) Becomes One of the Largest Child Community-Based Care Child Welfare Agencies in the U.S.
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TFI Receives National Reaccreditation Acknowledging High Standards & Best Practices
TFI Receives National Reaccreditation Acknowledging High Standards & Best Practices
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TFI Awarded Foster Care Case Management Contracts in Southeast and South-Central Kansas
TFI Awarded Foster Care Case Management Contracts in Southeast and South-Central Kansas
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Keep Your Family Safe This Winter with These Quick Tips
Keep Your Family Safe This Winter with These Quick Tips
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TFI Raises Awareness About Human Trafficking Prevention Month
TFI Raises Awareness About Human Trafficking Prevention Month
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TFI Announces New Vice President of Finance
TFI Announces New Vice President of Finance
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TFI Announces New Senior Vice President of Foster Care and Residential Programs
TFI Announces New Senior Vice President of Foster Care and Residential Programs
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More Ways Than One to Make a Difference in the Lives of Foster Children This Holiday Season
More Ways Than One to Make a Difference in the Lives of Foster Children This Holiday Season
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TFI Awarded Family Preservation Contracts in Northwest and Southwest Regions
TFI Awarded Family Preservation Contracts in Northwest and Southwest Regions
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TFI Announces New Vice President, Residential and Treatment Services
TFI Announces New Vice President, Residential and Treatment Services
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are 60% more likely to attend college.
You can help unlock a world of opportunities for a child in need.
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