support foster care fortnight with foster wales

This Foster Care Fortnight, we’re shining a spotlight on the power of relationships within our community.

From the unique bond between foster carers and children to forming a supportive team with social workers and befriending other foster parents, all fostering success stories are built on a foundation of strong relationships.

what is foster care fortnight?

Organised annually by The Fostering Network, Foster Care Fortnight (FCF) is a campaign designed to showcase the transformative power of foster care.

Each year, FCF celebrates a different aspect of fostering – from demonstrating how everyone brings something to the table to fostering communities.

why is foster care fortnight important?

Currently, there are over 7,000 children in care across Wales, but the number of foster families is barely over half of that – only 3,800.

Our mission is to recruit at least 800 foster carers over the next year to give young people in our care stable and loving homes.

when is foster care fortnight 2025?

This year, Foster Care Fortnight is set to take place between May 12th and May 25th. Over the two weeks, The Fostering Network, together with local fostering organisations across the UK, will be celebrating the power of relationships within the foster care community.

how to get involved with foster care fortnight?

There’s plenty you can do to recognise the powerful connections which make all the difference to a child’s fostering journey.

During FCF, our local foster wales teams will be celebrating the hard work our foster carers do year-round. From afternoon tea with awards to a full fostering festival for the whole family, our local teams find amazing ways to show our appreciation.

During Foster Care Fortnight, your local foster wales teams will be out and about in the community, from local cafés to shopping centres – come and say hello!

Members of the foster wales team and local foster carers are also available for school visits or to speak to local clubs and societies about the need for foster carers.

You might see some of our teams out on a foster walk raising funds – and awareness! Join us, sponsor us, or just cheer us on.

Even fostering-friendly employers can join in with the celebrations. From talking about FCF on social media and recognising foster carer employees to educating your wider team about fostering and organising a fundraiser, every little helps the cause.

Learn more about fostering in Wales, and find your local authority.

 We’ll be joining the conversation on social media too. Get involved with #FCF25 and by following us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.