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New Amara Support Groups

Our free support groups provide a safe, welcoming space for foster & kinship caregivers to connect, learn & build community.

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All people deserve the opportunity to thrive.

That’s why we support children, adults, and families across the Puget Sound region involved in the foster care system, or at risk of becoming involved. We believe in the power of families, and we have a vision to transform our child welfare system into a family well-being system. Our focus is on relationships — between individuals, families, and communities — to build a network of support and connection for all. Join us!

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Considering becoming a foster or kinship caregiver?

We are here to help every step of the way, with trainings, licensing, services, resource connections, and ongoing support. Watch our Amara Fostering commercial!

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Is your child in foster or kinship care?

We work to build trusting relationships so you stay connected to your child even while separated.

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Free Teen Drop-In Center Wednesdays Afterschool in Tacoma

Youth ages 11 – 18 can drop by, hang out, and build community at our free Tacoma teen center with games, wifi, arts & crafts,, and more. Open Wednesdays from 2 – 5 pm.

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A mom and her son and daughter walking out of our Family Resource Center on a beautiful day

A Network of Family: Dream Big with Kids and Families in Pierce County

Join us as we grow spaces for family healing and connection, created by community for community, in Pierce County. Anchored by our welcoming Family Resource Center and energized by our Youth Development programming and teen center, we are easing the burdens on families in Pierce County.

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Stories and News

Moving Our Dream Forward – Groundbreaking Day

What an incredible day we shared yesterday! Together with members of our supportive community, we celebrated the groundbreaking for our transformational remodel that will help us better serve children, youth, and families in Pierce County. All of us at Amara are thrilled to see this community-driven dream move forward as our space in Tacoma becomes