FAQ’s

General

  • Our Resource Centers are located in the Oakhurst Neighborhood: 4915 and 4919 Monroe Rd. Charlotte, NC 28205. Frequently used, tangible resources are held at the Resource Center, while more unique items are held in a storage unit nearby.

  • Great question! Our organization is community funded; meaning, one-time donors, monthly donors and annual grants! When community members contribute financially, however big or small, it allows us to continue meeting emergency needs, as well as, utilize programs that help families experiencing foster care maintain their emotional and mental health. To contribute financially, whether that is one-time or monthly, click here

  • We are the first official affiliate of Foster Village Inc. They have an Affiliate Program that allows other cities to replicate the Foster Village model and materials. To check out their other locations and application process, click HERE.

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Supporting

  • Thank you for thinking of Foster Village Charlotte for your new donations! We only accept new donations. If you would like to gift these items, please email info@fostervillagecharlotte.org to see if this is a needed item. When our storage space gets too full, we may have to kindly decline and provide you with a list of organizations that might need those items. In addition, we have a network of organizations serving families that we will share items with so please keep this in mind when you donate. We also have a running list of needs HERE, for purchase.

  • We accept carseats that are not expired, have not been in any accidents, and are properly washed before donating. Please email info@fostervillagecharlotte.org if you have a carseat to donate. As an option for gently used items we have created a community Facebook group for non-foster families and fostering families called Foster Village Charlotte Swap where folks can post items to donate to members of our fostering network. We do NOT accept any other gently used items.

  • Wonderful, thank you! We ask that you please contact us for our biggest needs prior to launching your drive. If needed, we can provide you with promotional materials too. You can learn more about donation drives and download our flyer here.

  • Our organization relies heavily on volunteers. You must be 18+ years to volunteer on one of our teams. For teens, we have a self-paced Community Advocate Program. Learn more by viewing the volunteer page.

  • Foster Village Charlotte offers a variety of meaningful volunteer opportunities! You can support our work behind the scenes by delivering Welcome Packs, preparing homemade meals, and assisting with other essential tasks—or get directly involved with children and families as part of our Childcare and Events team.

    As a member of our Childcare and Events team, volunteers provide safe, supportive child care during monthly support gatherings and special events. For many families, these gatherings are a lifeline as they navigate the challenges of child welfare, and our childcare team plays a vital role in their success.

    Support groups and workshops are hosted monthly for two to three hours, with additional opportunities to engage through quarterly family gatherings, Parents’ Morning Outs, and more. While occasional weekday opportunities arise, this volunteer role is primarily on weekends, specifically Sunday afternoons.

    Childcare and Events volunteers also participate in ongoing trauma-informed child care training to learn how to best support children in care. Volunteers are asked to serve at least twice per quarter.

  • Yes, we’d love to build awareness about foster care and how YOUR village can support OUR village! We welcome the chance to speak at your company, business, school, church, or workout community. Please email telling us about your event, info@fostervillagecharlotte.org. Please note that we welcome a financial donation to cover the personnel time invested in your event.

  • We are so grateful for businesses like yours! We have many ways businesses can support us. Your business can sponsor an event, offer discounts for families, host a lemonade stand, host a donation drive, or build donation kits. For more information, fill out our partnership form here.

  • Absolutely! Foster Village Charlotte offers several short-term ways to get involved right away — from preparing a homemade meal to organizing a community donation drive or engaging youth through our Community Advocate Program for Teens. 

  • While most ongoing volunteer opportunities are for adults 18 and older, there are several meaningful ways for youth to get involved:

    • Community Advocate Program for Teens: A self-paced program where teens learn about advocacy in the child welfare system and explore ways to support Foster Village Charlotte.

    • Annual Lemonade Stand Fundraiser: Teens can help plan, host, or run this fun, community-driven event.

    • Homemade Freezer Meals: Youth can assist in preparing and packaging meals to support foster and kinship families during transitions.

    These opportunities allow young volunteers to make a real impact while learning about the needs of children and families in foster care. You can find more information on our volunteer page.

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Caregivers

  • Foster Village Charlotte’s services are provided at no cost to licensed foster and kinship caregivers. From Welcome Packs and childcare support during workshops, to therapeutic services and caregiver trainings, our goal is to remove financial barriers so you can focus on what matters most—caring for the children in your home.

  • You are why we are here- we look forward to supporting you! For specific tangible requests due to a new emergency placement or you are desiring connection with other foster families or would like to learn more about the events we have to guide you through your fostering journey, please visit our request forms page or fill out our FVC Intake Form and we’ll be in touch!

  • First, it’s important to note that we are not a licensing agency. A willingness to learn more is the best place to start! We recommend researching your local child placement agencies and attending orientations to get a feel for which agency is the best fit. Recommendations from current foster parents are a great place to start! View our Foster Care 101 document here. Lastly, we offer a 1-hour one-on-one call with a member of our team (with a suggested donation of $100) to answer your personal questions and better equip you to decide your next right step. Reach out to admin@fostervillagecharlotte.org to set up your time today.

  • Foster Village Charlotte provides short-term, solution-focused therapy sessions at no cost for licensed foster and kinship caregivers. These sessions are designed to support you during challenging transitions, provide coping strategies, and help you navigate the unique stresses of foster care—so you can feel supported while caring for the children in your home. Visit to get started: https://www.fostervillagecharlotte.org/one-to-one-and-clinical-support

  • Please complete our kinship tangible request form. This form is also located on our website, fostervillagecharlotte.org, under request forms. Once your form is complete, our team will follow up with you to review your request and guide you through your next steps. You can also email us directly kinship@fostervillagecharlotte.org

  • Foster Village Charlotte provides several opportunities for foster parents to earn credit hours toward relicensing. These trainings range anywhere from 2 credit hours up to 16 hours, giving you flexibility to choose what best fits your needs and schedule.

    To see upcoming opportunities and find the best fit for you, please visit our Caregiver Calendar for events.

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