49
%of Children in care placed with relatives
541
new placements served in 2025
1247
Tangible Goods Requests fulfilled in 2025
2147
Youth served at events in 2025
1225
$average value of each request
What We Do
Strengthening Families Through Resources, Advocacy, and Community
KAFPA exists to support kinship, adoptive, and foster families during some of the most critical moments in a child’s life. When caregivers step in—often with little notice—we ensure they have access to the tools, guidance, and resources needed to provide safe, stable, and nurturing homes.
Through direct support, education, advocacy, and community connection, KAFPA reduces barriers for families and helps children feel secure, valued, and supported as they navigate foster care, adoption, or kinship placement.
Supporting families across Santa Clara County through resource distribution, caregiver advocacy, youth programs, and community events.
- Serving over 1,200 children and caregivers annually.
- Hundreds of families supported each year through KAFPA programs.
Everyone Can Do Something
Learn How You Can Help
There are many meaningful ways to support kinship, adoptive, and foster families in Santa Clara County. Whether you give your time, donate resources, or request support, KAFPA is here to connect you.
Donate Items
Give with Love
Donated items provide immediate, tangible support to children and caregivers during times of transition. From clothing and shoes to school supplies and comfort items, your generosity helps families meet essential needs while preserving dignity and stability.
KAFPA ensures all donated items are thoughtfully distributed to families who need them most, making every contribution count.
Volunteer
Serve with Love
Volunteers are the heart of KAFPA’s work. By giving your time, you help families feel supported and connected to their community. Volunteer opportunities range from assisting at events and organizing donations to supporting programs that bring joy and stability to children.
Whether you volunteer once or on an ongoing basis, your involvement makes a lasting impact.
Resource Families
Request with Love
Kinship, adoptive, and foster families can turn to KAFPA for support, resources, and advocacy. We understand the challenges caregivers face and work to remove barriers by providing access to essential items, programs, and community connections.
You are not alone—KAFPA is here to support you and your family every step of the way.
With Love, Supporting Children in Resource Care
Every child in foster, adoptive, or kinship care carries a unique story—and often experiences sudden change, loss, or uncertainty. KAFPA exists to ensure those children are met with compassion, stability, and tangible support during moments that matter most.
Through community partnerships, dedicated caregivers, and volunteer support, we help children feel safe, valued, and cared for—so they can focus on growing, healing, and thriving.
Support isn’t just about resources—it’s about showing up with consistency, care, and love.
Why We Do It
Resource Family Retention
Caring for children in foster, kinship, or adoptive placements is deeply meaningful—but it can also be emotionally, financially, and logistically challenging. When families lack support, they are more likely to experience burnout, disruption, or feel forced to step away from caregiving altogether.
KAFPA exists to help resource families stay supported, connected, and confident in their role. By providing access to essential resources, advocacy, training, and community, we help caregivers remain engaged—so children experience stability, continuity, and a sense of belonging.
When families are supported, children thrive.
Be The Change. Join With Love.
Invest Monthly in Resource Family Care Support
Monthly giving provides consistent, reliable support for the families and children KAFPA serves. Your ongoing contribution helps ensure that caregivers have access to resources when they need them most—whether it’s clothing, school supplies, emergency assistance, or program funding.
By becoming a monthly supporter, you help strengthen families, reduce placement disruptions, and create a more stable future for children in care across Santa Clara County.
Your commitment makes long-term impact possible.
Testimonials
Our Community Voices
The families, caregivers, and partners we serve are at the heart of everything we do. Here’s what members of the KAFPA community have shared about their experiences and the impact of our support.
When we accepted a kinship placement, everything happened so fast. KAFPA helped us feel prepared, supported, and not alone. From resources to advocacy, they showed up when it mattered most.
KAFPA Caregiver
Kinship Care Provider07 August, 2021
KAFPA understands what foster families really need. The support we received made it possible for us to continue caring for children with confidence and stability.”
Resource Parent
Foster Parent08 August, 2021
The events, programs, and community connections KAFPA provides remind us that we’re part of something bigger. They truly care about families and the children we serve.
KAFPA Member
Adoptive Parent09 August, 2021
KAFPA didn’t just provide resources—they provided reassurance. Knowing there was a place we could turn to for guidance and support made all the difference for our family.
KAFPA Resource Family
Foster & Kinship Caregiver10 August, 2021
KAFPA Caregiver
Kinship Care Provider07 August, 2021
Resource Parent
Foster Parent08 August, 2021
KAFPA Member
Adoptive Parent09 August, 2021
KAFPA Resource Family
Foster & Kinship Caregiver10 August, 2021
