Darcy, a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiter, believes in the magic of #PermanentFamilies. Supported by the Foundation, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiters are dedicated to finding permanency for the longest-waiting children in #FosterCare. Learn more: davethomasfoundation.org/canada/wwk-in-…

Willie was placed in foster care at 11 years old. Thankfully, with help from the Foundation, he was adopted by Stefanie and Geffrey, who he met through a mentorship program. Today, Willie is thriving and enjoys playing sports 🏈⛳️ Read more: davethomasfoundation.org/williestory/

After waiting five years in #FosterCare, Kayla Mae at last has a #ForeverFamily to call her own 💙 📸: emmarin777 (IG)

#DYK our signature program, Wendy’s Wonderful Kids, is up to 3x more effective at finding permanency for the longest-waiting children in #FosterCare? Learn more about our evidence-based, child-focused recruitment model: davethomasfoundation.org/wwk

In recognition of #NationalKinshipMonth in September, the Foundation celebrates all kinship caregivers who have stepped forward to provide stability for a child in their lives. Visit Generations United for resources to support kinship families: gu.org/resources/

Welcome to Season 6 of Fostering Change! 🎙️🙌

For children waiting in #FosterCare, the situation with their family of origin can change. Wanda, a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids supervisor, shares her experience with reengaging families to bring them back together … when it is a safe option. Learn more ⤵️

#DYK 68% of respondents to the U.S. Adoption and Foster Care Attitudes Survey said paid leave for adoptive parents impacts their decision to adopt? Learn more by downloading our Adoption-Friendly Workplace employer toolkit: davethomasfoundation.org/afw

Today and every day, we celebrate grandparents and their unwavering love and support. Happy #GrandparentsDay ❤️

Thank you, Wendy’s, for supporting #FosterCareAdoption through Boo! Books! 👻 At least 90% of every Boo! Book sold at a Wendy’s location or via their mobile app helps the Foundation get closer to achieving its vision that every child will have a permanent home and a loving

Support our work to find loving homes for children in #FosterCare by donating #Crypto. Your generosity will help fuel our evidence-based adoption program. #DonateCrypto: bit.ly/Crypto-DTFA

Pippa spent more than eight years in #FosterCare after enduring abuse. Thankfully, her journey changed when she was adopted by Crystal and Jessica with help from the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption-Canada. Read her story: davethomasfoundation.org/pippa-story/

This #NationalEncouragementDay, gather friends and family to write thank you notes to adoption professionals for their dedication to finding permanent families for children in #FosterCare ❤️ One kind note can make a difference: davethomasfoundation.org/thank-a-recrui…

Children in #FosterCare frequently move from home to home without the necessary hygiene items to care for themselves. Show your support for these youth by packing Care Kits with necessities like deodorant and shampoo 🎒 Get started: davethomasfoundation.org/care-kits

The Foundation understands there is more than one way to grow your family. That is why we offer a free, step-by-step adoption guide that can help you navigate the #AdoptionJourney ❤️ Download your copy: davethomasfoundation.org/adoptionguide

Supported by the #AdoptionBenefits at nVent, Beth opened her heart and home to two girls in #FosterCare. The generous paid time off allowed time to bond with her growing family. Read Beth’s story: davethomasfoundation.org/nvent_afw2023/

For more than seven years, Jamel lingered in #FosterCare. Thankfully, he was adopted at last by his #PermanentFamily 💙 📸: margilee93 (IG) Share your #AdoptionStory: davethomasfoundation.org/storyform

Every #Crypto donation you make helps transform the lives of children like Isaiah, Jordan and Sophia, who lingered in foster care for years before being adopted. Give today and make a lasting impact. #DonateCrypto: bit.ly/Crypto-DTFA

After enduring abuse and neglect, children in #FosterCare need safe, loving and permanent families. As our founder, Dave Thomas, said, “These children are not someone else’s responsibility. They are our responsibility.” Make a difference: davethomasfoundation.org/get-involved/

Placed in #FosterCare due to abuse, Ellie needed a #PermanentFamily to blossom again. Thankfully, she was #Adopted 💙 “Once you have yourself figured out, it's so much easier to tag people along,” said Ellie. Read her story: davethomasfoundation.org/changing-the-j…