Fostering Congregations Initiative

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Equipping Churches= Compassionate Care

We are excited to partner with congregations to help them better welcome, support, and embrace children who have experienced relational trauma.

The Karyn Purvis Institute for Childhood Development

Learn more about the Karyn Purvis Institute for Childhood Development (KPICD) at Texas Christian University

Fostering Congregations Map

Participating Organizations

We partner with several organizations across the Eastern United States.

Participating Organizations

Crowded Table, Nashville, Tenn.

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The Pearl Project, Ocala, Fla. 

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Arizona 1:27, Gilbert, Ariz.

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Crossroads NOLA, New Orleans

Visit Crossroads

 

Restoration Rome, Rome, Ga.

Visit Restoration Rome

 

EveryChild, Amherst, N.Y.

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Babyfold, Urbana, Ill.

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A Collaboration with TCU

The Fostering Congregations Initiative (FCI) is a collaboration with the Karyn Purvis Institute for Childhood Development (KPICD) at Texas Christian University. Together, we are bridging their work with kids who have experienced relational trauma with local communities of faith to better support these children and the families caring for them.

Our Staff

Justin Forbes
Justin Forbes
Director, Center for Religion and Culture
Heather Mowrey
Heather Mowrey
Grant Operations Coordinator

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