ACFPA Drawing

Thank you to all who participated in the ACFPA drawing for a one night stay at Great Wolf Lodge plus four passes for the waterpark valued at $450. Thank you also to many of our members, friends and supporters who used the opportunity to make donations to the ACFPA.

The drawing was held during the Appreciation Dinner on May 16th, 2025. The lucky winners were present at the event and were able to collect their certificates in person. We wish them a fun trip to the Lodge.

The donations collected during this drawing will be used to fund our many programs and offerings.

Thanks again to all of you who got the message out, donated and/or participated in this drawing. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Dental Health Month

February is Dental Health Month, and it’s the perfect time to take an important step toward keeping your child’s smile healthy and bright! 

Take your kiddo to the dentist every 6 months for check-ups and cleanings. Regular dental visits help prevent cavities, identify potential issues early, and set your child up for a lifetime of healthy habits.

Find a @Denti-Cal dentist call 800-322-6384 or visit https://dental.dhcs.ca.gov

Also, below is a flier for a dental care event for special needs population on February 21.

Let’s work together to keep our kids smiling!   

Author: Soniya Mehra, MD, ACFPA Board Member

It’s Raining STEM!

In late 2024, the Alameda County Foster Parent Association (ACFPA) was delighted to receive the LLNS Community Gift Program award of $5,000 for purchase of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) toys for foster children and their families.

The toys, ranging from building kits to interactive science experiments, were purchased by ACFPA with this grant with the goal of sparking a love for discovery and innovation in the children who would receive them. The STEM toys were distributed during the annual ACFPA Christmas event on December 7, where each of the 334 children-in-care and their Resource Families in attendance received a STEM gift. The children were able to select the STEM toys that caught their interest, aided by volunteers who were there to guide them through the exciting process of choosing and exploring new gifts.

The children picked out toys that sparked their imaginations, from robotic kits to solar-powered gadgets. For some, it was their first introduction to the world of STEM, and for others, it was a chance to explore a new passion that would help shape their future.

ACFPA would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to LLNS Community Gift Program for their generous award. Their support not only brightened the holidays for these children but also helped plant the seeds for future innovators, engineers, and scientists. Through this partnership, the future looks just a little brighter for the foster children of Alameda County, and for that, everyone involved is deeply grateful.