Become a Foster Parent
We support foster parents every step of the way and All Star is to here to help you thrive as a foster parent living on the Campus of Hope & Healing.
Become a Foster Parent
Building a brighter future for children in foster care through innovation, science, and compassion
About All Star
"Adverse childhood experiences (trauma) are the single greatest unaddressed public health threat facing our nation today."
Foster a Child on the Campus of Hope & Healing
The need for foster parents is great. We have created the Campus of Hope and Healing – a place where kids living in foster care can thrive.
We support foster parents every step of the way and All Star is to here to help you thrive as a foster parent.
Learn More About Fostering at All Star
The Journey Can Be Long and Difficult
We have created a place for children to begin their journey to Hope and Healing. The All Star Children's Campus is a refuge for children - a place where healing occurs, hope is restored, and spirits are renewed.
Campus of Hope and Healinga campus truly built on love
The construction of the Campus, which includes a 13,000 square foot pediatric treatment and research center, 6 single family 5-bedroom foster homes, and a 3,000 square foot clubhouse and tutoring center are now complete.
Learn About the Campus
Our Core Programs
Each of these programs is being implemented and researched in an effort to create effective intervention models that can be replicated in other communities.
These programs are being implemented and evaluated by an exceptionally dedicated group of staff with advanced training and expertise in trauma who are united around their commitment to improving the experiences and outcomes of children and families in foster care.
Our Programs
Evidence Based Mental Health Intervention
The All Star Children’s Foundation clinicians are highly trained trauma specialists with expertise and training in evidence-based interventions for children with trauma and trauma-related disorders. The impact of complex trauma on children and families is vast and diverse. Learn More.
Foster Parent Support
With the mission of ASCF to address childhood trauma, we are working closely with local foster parents and training them with the Resource Parenting Curriculum (RPC), which is supported by The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN). Learn More
Birth Family Engagement
One area of need for the children and families within the foster care system is the support for birth parent-child visitation practices. Learn More
Training
All Star Children’s Foundation (ASCF) strives to provide children and families who have experienced abuse and/or neglect with individualized, comprehensive, evidence-based, and trauma-informed care. Learn More
Trauma-Informed Systems Integration
A key activity for ASCF is providing training in trauma-informed systems integration with individuals and groups in the community who interact with children and families who have experienced trauma. Learn More
Enrichment Programs
All Star is offering an array of enrichment programs for children to experience and through which to learn about life’s goodness, including art, pets, music, sports, yoga, and more. Learn More
Trauma Screening & Assessment
Trauma screening for children entering out-of-home care is a recognized best practice for understanding if and how a child’s prior history impacts his or her current functioning today. Results from a trauma screening also guide treatment and service recommendations. Learn More
Latest News
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🌟 We’re Hiring a Clinical Case Manager! 🌟
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Join our dedicated team at All Star Children`s Foundation as a Clinical Case Manager and help us create brighter futures for children in foster care!
✨ What You’ll Do:
✅ Provide trauma-informed therapeutic services to children and families
✅ Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
✅ Advocate for the needs of children in foster care
✅ Support families with evidence-based interventions
✨ Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that transforms lives
- Enjoy a supportive, collaborative work environment
- Make a tangible impact in your community every day
📢 Apply Today at the link in our bio.
Help us bring hope, healing, and stability to children who need it most!
#AllStarChildren #Hiring #ClinicalCaseManager #FosterCare #MakeADifference #BrighterFutures
🌟 We’re Hiring a Clinical Case Manager! 🌟
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families? Join our dedicated team at All Star Children`s Foundation as a Clinical Case Manager and help us create brighter futures for children in foster care!
✨ What You’ll Do:
✅ Provide trauma-informed therapeutic services to children and families
✅ Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
✅ Advocate for the needs of children in foster care
✅ Support families with evidence-based interventions
✨ Why Join Us?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that transforms lives
- Enjoy a supportive, collaborative work environment
- Make a tangible impact in your community every day
📢 Apply Today at the link in our bio.
Help us bring hope, healing, and stability to children who need it most!
#AllStarChildren #Hiring #ClinicalCaseManager #FosterCare #MakeADifference #BrighterFutures
Upward Notes is an organization that spreads the joy and benefits of music outside of the concert hall and throughout the community. Led by Natalie Helm, principal cellist for the Sarasota Orchestra, they visited All Star and brought a Musical Petting Zoo for the kids to create their own fun sounds!
#AllStarChildren #taylorswift #shakeitoff #fostercare #brighterfutures #upwardnotes #musicislove
Upward Notes is an organization that spreads the joy and benefits of music outside of the concert hall and throughout the community. Led by Natalie Helm, principal cellist for the Sarasota Orchestra, they visited All Star and brought a Musical Petting Zoo for the kids to create their own fun sounds!
#AllStarChildren #taylorswift #shakeitoff #fostercare #brighterfutures #upwardnotes #musicislove
🎨 Recently, our All Star kids had a special visit from the Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College, bringing creativity and connection inspired by the Embracing Our Differences exhibit, Embracing Kindness.
Through a Wax Resist Watercolor art activity, our kids explored self-expression while learning the power of kindness in art and everyday life. A huge thank you to Sarasota Art Museum for inspiring our young artists and showing them how creativity can make the world a brighter, kinder place! 🌟🖌️
@sarasotaartmuseum @embracingourdifferences
#FosterCare #EmbracingKindness #AllStarKids #SarasotaArtMuseum #CreativityForGood #BrighterFuturesAhead
🎨 Recently, our All Star kids had a special visit from the Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College, bringing creativity and connection inspired by the Embracing Our Differences exhibit, Embracing Kindness.
Through a Wax Resist Watercolor art activity, our kids explored self-expression while learning the power of kindness in art and everyday life. A huge thank you to Sarasota Art Museum for inspiring our young artists and showing them how creativity can make the world a brighter, kinder place! 🌟🖌️
@sarasotaartmuseum @embracingourdifferences
#FosterCare #EmbracingKindness #AllStarKids #SarasotaArtMuseum #CreativityForGood #BrighterFuturesAhead
We had the pleasure of hosting Sarasota County Schools social workers on the All Star Campus earlier this month. This integral team works to meet the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of children. We look forward to collaborating with this very important team on ways to best support youth in foster care 🩵💛
#allstarchildren #fostercare #brighterfutures #innovation #science #compassion
We had the pleasure of hosting Sarasota County Schools social workers on the All Star Campus earlier this month. This integral team works to meet the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of children. We look forward to collaborating with this very important team on ways to best support youth in foster care 🩵💛
#allstarchildren #fostercare #brighterfutures #innovation #science #compassion
🌟 Have you ever wondered what life is like on the Campus of Hope & Healing? Now is your chance to experience it firsthand! Our next tour is this Thursday, January 16, 11-12pm.
During our Third Thursday Tours, you are warmly invited to take a guided journey through All Star’s 5-acre campus. See up close the love and dedication our team pours into creating a nurturing and supportive environment for children in foster care. Meet our incredible team and learn about our life-changing programs!
Join us and feel the hope and healing in every corner of our campus.
RSVP here ➡️ bit.ly/thirdthursdaysatallstar
#AllStarChildren #BrighterFutures #FosterCare #Sarasota #Innovation #Science #Compassion
🌟 Have you ever wondered what life is like on the Campus of Hope & Healing? Now is your chance to experience it firsthand! Our next tour is this Thursday, January 16, 11-12pm.
During our Third Thursday Tours, you are warmly invited to take a guided journey through All Star’s 5-acre campus. See up close the love and dedication our team pours into creating a nurturing and supportive environment for children in foster care. Meet our incredible team and learn about our life-changing programs!
Join us and feel the hope and healing in every corner of our campus.
RSVP here ➡️ bit.ly/thirdthursdaysatallstar
#AllStarChildren #BrighterFutures #FosterCare #Sarasota #Innovation #Science #Compassion
Wishing you and your loved ones a healthy and happy New Year! 🥳 Thank you to everyone who helped create safe and loving spaces for children in foster care this year. Your support is the foundation of our mission!
#allstarchildren #brighterfutures #fostercare #innovation #science #compassion
Wishing you and your loved ones a healthy and happy New Year! 🥳 Thank you to everyone who helped create safe and loving spaces for children in foster care this year. Your support is the foundation of our mission!
#allstarchildren #brighterfutures #fostercare #innovation #science #compassion
As we prepare to welcome the new year, we reflect on the stories of children whose lives have been forever changed by the love and support you have made possible. Through their eyes, hope shines brighter.
This season, your generosity can go twice as far! Our incredible founder, Graci McGillicuddy, will match all donations made by December 31, dollar-for-dollar. Together, we can provide the tools, training, and resources needed to support foster parents and child welfare professionals, ensuring brighter tomorrows for every child in care.
Help us bring healing and hope to kids in foster care this holiday season ✨➡️ Tap the link in our bio to join our mission today!
#allstarchildren #brighterfutures #fostercare #innovation #science #compassion
As we prepare to welcome the new year, we reflect on the stories of children whose lives have been forever changed by the love and support you have made possible. Through their eyes, hope shines brighter.
This season, your generosity can go twice as far! Our incredible founder, Graci McGillicuddy, will match all donations made by December 31, dollar-for-dollar. Together, we can provide the tools, training, and resources needed to support foster parents and child welfare professionals, ensuring brighter tomorrows for every child in care.
Help us bring healing and hope to kids in foster care this holiday season ✨➡️ Tap the link in our bio to join our mission today!
#allstarchildren #brighterfutures #fostercare #innovation #science #compassion
This holiday season, All Star kids had the chance to experience something truly special through the Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College’s Welcome Series. For many, it was their first time at a museum, so this visit was extra special.
As part of our End of Year Giving Drive, you can help provide inspirational experiences for children in foster care, showing them new possibilities and creating wonder in their lives. Our founder, Graci McGillicuddy, will match every donation made between now and 12/31 up to $20,000! Help us bring healing and hope to kids in foster care this holiday season ✨➡️ Tap the link in our bio to join our mission today!
#allstarchildren #brighterfutures #fostercare #innovation #science #compassion
This holiday season, All Star kids had the chance to experience something truly special through the Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College’s Welcome Series. For many, it was their first time at a museum, so this visit was extra special.
As part of our End of Year Giving Drive, you can help provide inspirational experiences for children in foster care, showing them new possibilities and creating wonder in their lives. Our founder, Graci McGillicuddy, will match every donation made between now and 12/31 up to $20,000! Help us bring healing and hope to kids in foster care this holiday season ✨➡️ Tap the link in our bio to join our mission today!
#allstarchildren #brighterfutures #fostercare #innovation #science #compassion
Happy holidays from our All Star family to yours! May your holidays be merry and bright 🥰
#AllStarChildren
Happy holidays from our All Star family to yours! May your holidays be merry and bright 🥰
#AllStarChildren
We are so incredibly over the moon about this amazing donation by Skye Ranch Witches Ride! For Halloween, we were their chosen beneficiary charity, and their fantastic event was bustling with families, music, and fun! We are so grateful to them for uplifting our kids in foster care - their generous donation will help us to provide more services and support for children and families in the foster care system. THANK YOU, Suncoast Enchanted Alliance and the Skye Ranch Witches Ride!!! @skyeranchwitchesride
#AllStarChildren #BrighterFutures #FosterCare
We are so incredibly over the moon about this amazing donation by Skye Ranch Witches Ride! For Halloween, we were their chosen beneficiary charity, and their fantastic event was bustling with families, music, and fun! We are so grateful to them for uplifting our kids in foster care - their generous donation will help us to provide more services and support for children and families in the foster care system. THANK YOU, Suncoast Enchanted Alliance and the Skye Ranch Witches Ride!!! @skyeranchwitchesride
#AllStarChildren #BrighterFutures #FosterCare
🎁 A big thank you to Shake Shack UTC for hosting a holiday toy drive for All Star kids. Your generosity is bringing smiles and joy this season! #HolidayCheer #AllStarKids #ShakeShackGivesBack #BrighterFutures
🎁 A big thank you to Shake Shack UTC for hosting a holiday toy drive for All Star kids. Your generosity is bringing smiles and joy this season! #HolidayCheer #AllStarKids #ShakeShackGivesBack #BrighterFutures
For our Through the Eyes of a Child campaign, Graci McGillicuddy, our founder and board chair, has just announced a special gift: she will match every donation made between now and December 31, dollar for dollar, up to $20,000!
This means your generosity will go twice as far in providing trauma-informed care, foster parent training, and critical support for children in foster care who need
us now more than ever.
Help us bring healing and hope to kids in foster care this holiday, make a gift today and double your impact!✨➡️ https://bit.ly/throughtheireyes2024
For our Through the Eyes of a Child campaign, Graci McGillicuddy, our founder and board chair, has just announced a special gift: she will match every donation made between now and December 31, dollar for dollar, up to $20,000!
This means your generosity will go twice as far in providing trauma-informed care, foster parent training, and critical support for children in foster care who need
us now more than ever.
Help us bring healing and hope to kids in foster care this holiday, make a gift today and double your impact!✨➡️ https://bit.ly/throughtheireyes2024