Practical Support for Foster and Adoptive Families Since 2020
At Packing Hope, we make sure Boone County foster, kinship, and adoptive families don’t feel alone. We provide practical help and resources so families can focus on what matters most: caring for the children in their homes.
Our support includes:
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Welcome Bags – for children entering a new home
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Birthday Bags – to celebrate each child’s special day
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Meals – for families during transitions
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Monthly Support Groups – guidance, connection, and community
Packing Hope Welcome Bags
Every child entering foster care deserves to feel valued and welcomed. That’s why we provide foster families with essential items for each welcome bag, including:
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New clothing & pajamas
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A blanket & hygiene items
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A stuffed animal
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A book, journal, or coloring book
No child should arrive in a new home empty-handed — Packing Hope is here to make every transition a little easier.
Packing Hope Birthday Bags
Every Child Deserves to Be Celebrated!
Every child deserves to feel special on their birthday. Packing Hope provides birthday bags that include:
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A gift chosen for the child
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Fun party supplies
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A birthday card or note
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Small surprises to make the day memorable
We believe birthdays are a time to celebrate each child’s unique story and show them they are valued.
Packing Hope Freezer Meals
Taking One Thing Off Your Plate
Transitions can be overwhelming, and mealtime shouldn’t add stress. Packing Hope provides freezer meals for families when they need it most, including:
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Fully prepared, ready-to-heat meals
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Meals designed to feed the whole family
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Options to accommodate dietary needs
Our goal is simple: help families focus on caring for children while we handle the practical details.
Packing Hope Support Group
