Fosterful

What Fosterful does

Fosterful is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2013 in Vancouver, Washington, originally as 'Office Moms & Dads' and rebranded to its current name in 2022. The organization delivers a three-part integrated support model for foster children and caregivers in Southwest Washington: (1) Caring Companions — trained trauma-informed volunteers placed in child welfare offices to comfort children awaiting placement; (2) Caregiver Support Project — Sidekick volunteers and Behavioral Case Aides providing weekly in-home assistance delivered to foster and kinship caregivers to prevent burnout and placement disruption; and (3) Heart & Home Services — support groups, workshops, training, and seasonal resource giveaways. The organization also runs a Youth Summer Camp ($45/child), the Confetti Corner gift closet, and the Pinky Promise monthly giving program.

The organization does not develop or deploy proprietary technology as a core part of its operations. Its technology footprint consists of a Squarespace-hosted website, givebutter.com for online donations, an Amazon Wishlist for in-kind gifts, and an internal scheduling tool referenced historically. All service delivery is human-intensive, relying on a combination of paid staff (~20 named individuals including program managers, behavioral case aides, a Tribal Liaison, and a Cultural Connections Specialist) and a volunteer base of 2,210 cumulative volunteers contributing 11,974 hours.

The revenue model is donation-driven and diversified across individual donations (including recurring monthly giving through the Pinky Promise Society), corporate sponsorships ($1,000–$10,000 tiers), in-kind donations (via Amazon Wishlist and in-person drop-off), annual gala fundraising (the 2025 gala raised $170,000), employer matching programs, and foundational grants (notably Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation). The stated annual fundraising goal is $520,000 to support 400 children at $1,300 per child per year. All services are provided free to recipients except the Youth Summer Camp. The customer base is bifurcated: service recipients (foster children and caregivers across Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties) and financial supporters (individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations).

Name

Fosterful

Legal name

Fosterful

Website

https://fosterful.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Fosterful is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2013 that provides trauma-informed support to foster children and caregivers in Southwest Washington through volunteer-driven programs in child welfare offices and caregiver homes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Child Welfare Nonprofit Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Individual and Family Services (6241), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mental Health & Emotional/Trauma-Informed Childcare (anxiety, PTSD) (HSAAAIAI), Mother’s Helper + Parent-at-Home Co-Care (Shared Supervision) (HSAAAGAG)

Keywords

• Foster care support services
• Caregiver support programs
• Trauma-informed volunteer services
• Nonprofit child welfare
• Foster family resources

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Financial Donations: One-time and recurring financial donations from individuals, including monthly giving through the Pinky Promise Society program. Donations are accepted online via givebutter.com, by check, or in-person.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Event and program sponsorships at tiered levels ($1,000 to $10,000) supporting gala events, caregiver support groups, youth services, and office operations in Cowlitz County.
3. In-Kind Donations: Donations of physical goods including new clothing, toiletries, backpacks, school supplies, toys, books, gift cards, and Halloween costumes accepted at the Vancouver office and via Amazon Wishlist.
4. Gala Fundraising Events: Annual gala events generate significant fundraising revenue; the 2025 gala raised $170,000 through ticket sales, auctions, and paddle raises.
5. Employer Matching & Fred Meyer Community Rewards: Passive donation mechanism through Fred Meyer Community Rewards (linked rewards card) and employer matching gift programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Fosterful delivers free, trauma-informed human services to foster children and their caregivers in Southwest Washington through three core programs: Caring Companions (on-call volunteers in child welfare offices providing comfort, snacks, and Go Bags), Caregiver Support Project (Sidekick volunteers and Behavioral Case Aides offering weekly in-home practical assistance), and Heart & Home Services (Caregiver Collective support groups, workshops, and seasonal resource giveaways such as back-to-school supplies, holiday gifts, and Halloween costumes). It also operates a Youth Summer Camp, Confetti Corner gift closet, and For Goodness Cakes initiative, all funded by individual donations, sponsorships, and grants.

Product overview

Fosterful is a nonprofit organization offering a three-part support model for foster children and caregivers in Southwest Washington. The core programs include Caring Companions (trauma-informed volunteers in child welfare offices), Caregiver Support Project (weekly assistance via Sidekicks and Behavioral Case Aides), and Heart & Home Services (support groups, workshops, and seasonal giveaways). Additional offerings include Youth Summer Camp, Confetti Corner (gift closet), For Goodness Cakes, Caregiver Collective support groups, and volunteer programs including Orientations and Power Hour sessions. The organization also operates a Fill the Gap fundraising campaign and Pinky Promise Society monthly donor program. Fosterful does not operate as a software product but provides human-delivered social services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Office Moms & Dads: Original founding name of the organization before the 2022 rebrand to Fosterful.

Products and services

• Caring Companions Flagship program placing trained, trauma-informed volunteers in child welfare offices to provide comfort, snacks, Go Bags filled with necessities and activities, and emotional support to children while they wait for placement. Targeted at children entering foster care in Southwest Washington.
• Caregiver Support Project Deploys Sidekick volunteers and Behavioral Case Aides who provide consistent, relationship-based weekly in-home assistance including delivering essentials, helping with daily tasks, and crisis coaching, intended to relieve caregiver stress and prevent placement breakdown. Targeted at foster and kinship caregivers in Southwest Washington.
• Heart & Home Services Program umbrella encompassing Caregiver Collective support groups, Workshops and Training, Service Projects, and Seasonal Resource Giveaways (back-to-school backpacks, Halloween costumes, holiday gifts). Targeted at foster families in Southwest Washington.
• Fosterful Youth Summer Camp Summer camp for children experiencing foster care ages 8-13, offering outdoor and community activities Monday-Thursday 9am-2pm during July and August at $45 per child per week. Priority given to families already receiving Fosterful services.
• Caregiver Collective Bi-monthly (now expanded to monthly) support group for foster and kinship caregivers featuring guided discussion, peer connection, and practical tools. Meetings held at City Harvest Church and Youth and Family Link with dinner, childcare, and continuing education credits provided.
• Confetti Corner Free gift closet stocked with brand-new toys, books, stuffed animals, and gift cards for children in foster care. Located at the downtown Vancouver office, open Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
• For Goodness Cakes Partnership providing custom-made cakes by volunteer bakers for children experiencing foster care to celebrate birthdays and graduations, with each cake reflecting the child's unique personality and preferences.
• Sidekicks Volunteer program where adults commit 6-10 hours monthly to meet with foster children for after-school care, transportation support, and companionship, helping prevent placement changes and giving caregivers backup support.
• Pinky Promise Society Monthly giving program enabling donors to make recurring monthly donations supporting children in foster care through an ongoing financial commitment, with engagement events such as the annual Pinky Promise Party.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,336+ children served since founding in 2013
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Fred Meyer (Community Rewards Program)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFosterful participates in the Fred Meyer Community Rewards program, allowing shoppers to link their Fred Meyer Rewards card to the organization. A percentage of the shopper's total spending is donated to Fosterful annually, at no additional cost to the customer. Organization enrollment code: JU016.
• Keller WilliamsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKeller Williams partnered with Fosterful to co-host the Teen Career & Job Fair on May 3, 2026, bringing career exploration and summer job opportunities to teens in foster care. Professionals from various industries were invited to share career insights with youth.
• City Harvest ChurchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCity Harvest Church in Vancouver, WA has provided venue space for bi-monthly (now monthly) Caregiver Collective support group meetings, ensuring caregivers have a welcoming, accessible space to gather and connect.
• Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFosterful operates as a separate entity from DCYF but maintains close working relationships. DCYF is referenced as a key ecosystem partner in child welfare, and Fosterful participates in joint events such as the DCYF Holiday Party alongside Bridge the Gap. Fosterful's disclaimer notes it is a separate entity from DSHS, IDHW, FACS, and OCOC.
• Youth and Family Link (Longview, WA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerYouth and Family Link serves as a venue location for Cowlitz County Caregiver Collective meetings, providing space for foster and kinship caregivers to gather in Longview, WA.
• NAACP Vancouver ChapterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard member Brondalyn Clark brings connections through her membership in the NAACP and Community Action Advisory Board, helping Fosterful strengthen community advocacy and cultural responsiveness initiatives.
• Share VancouverminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBoard member Brondalyn Clark serves as Deputy Director at Share Vancouver, a nonprofit focused on housing access and wraparound services. Her leadership experience supports Fosterful's mission through community connections and trauma-informed care advocacy.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Olive Crest: West Coast nonprofit providing foster family services, adoption support, and at-risk youth programs across multiple states. Comparable in foster-care services and trauma-informed care approach, with broader regional reach and licensed service capacity.
• National CASA / CASA for Children: National organization training court-appointed volunteer advocates for foster children. Comparable in volunteer-driven foster-child support model; broader in scope (court advocacy) and significantly larger, but addresses the same beneficiary population.

Direct peers

• Treehouse: Washington State-based nonprofit supporting foster youth through educational advocacy, basic needs, and milestone support. Most directly comparable peer given shared geography, foster-youth focus, and wraparound service model—Fosterful's Caregiver Support Project overlaps with Treehouse's 'Launcher' and basic-need programs.
• Comfort Cases: National nonprofit providing duffel bags filled with comfort and personal care items to children entering foster care. Highly comparable on the 'Caring Companions / Go Bags' first-day-of-care touchpoint, though Comfort Cases lacks Fosterful's ongoing caregiver programming.
• FosterClub: Oregon-based nonprofit led by foster youth alumni providing resources, advocacy, and leadership opportunities. Comparable in foster-youth focus and Pacific Northwest presence, with overlapping youth-development and resource-distribution programming.
• Together We Rise: National 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing tangible support (sweet cases, bikes, college items) and programs for foster youth. Comparable in mission and donation-driven funding model, though Fosterful differentiates through deeper caregiver-side support and regional depth.

Emerging players

• A Sense of Home: Nonprofit providing furniture and household goods to foster youth aging out of care. Comparable in tangible-support service model and foster-youth population, though focused on a narrower aging-out segment rather than in-care children.

Regional players

• Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington: Regional youth-development organization serving Southwest Washington youth with afterschool programs. Comparable in geographic service area and youth-programming mission, though focused on general youth development rather than the foster-care-specific population.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@fosterful/featured
• Facebookfacebook.com/fosterful

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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