Introduction

FROM THE PRESIDENT

As 2020 comes to a close, one of my greatest takeaways is the tremendous gratitude I have for this faithful 4KIDS community. This year brought unexpected changes to so many lives, including the lives of the kids and families we serve. However, in the midst of uncertainty, the generosity of 4KIDS Defenders like you is unwavering.

A brother and sister both under the age of 5 were welcomed into a 4KIDS foster home recently. They were removed from their home due to domestic violence, but now they are experiencing the love of a 4KIDS family. Your monthly gift is what makes it possible for siblings to stay together and find a safe haven after a family crisis.

As more schools reopen and kids are more visible to the public, we are preparing for more children in similar situations to come into foster care. I pray you are encouraged by the stories inside this Defender Newsletter. Your financial and prayerful support brings life-changing hope, homes, and healing to children and families in our community.

Until Every Child Has a Home,

Kevin J. Enders, 4KIDS President

P.S. Our Annual Gift of Hope Toy Drive is a fun way to get any kids in your life to also experience the joy you get from giving this Christmas season! From now to December 7th, help them pick out a gift for a child or teen in our care and drop it off unwrapped at one of our three regional offices. You can get all the details at 4KIDS.us/GiftofHope.

GET MORE INVOLVED

EPIC Trainings Offered Virtually . . . . . . Discover tools to help you connect with kids who have experienced trauma. Learn how to parent with a relationship-based approach! This free and informative training occurs online over two days. For upcoming dates, visit 4KIDS.us/EPIC/Training.

Online Vision Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . From the comfort of your own home, you can experience a walk-through of our main headquarters, hear stories of transformed lives, and learn all about what makes 4KIDS unique. To sign up for the next one, visit 4KIDS.us/VisionTour.

Champions 4KIDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Get together with other Christian business executives monthly to collaborate on different 4KIDS initiatives! Meetings occur in Broward, Palm Beach, and the Treasure Coast. For more information, contact Joel at JoelC@4KIDS.us.

Young Advocates 4KIDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . This group is made up of young professionals and college students that host fundraisers, organize service projects, and put on social events to benefit 4KIDS. To learn more about YA4K, reach out to Katelynn at KatelynnT@4KIDS.us.