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The Hub for Everything FAM
Welcome to the Hub – your ultimate destination for everything FAM. Whether you’re here to explore fun images, stay updated with the latest news, or immerse yourself in engaging multimedia content, we’ve got it all. Stay connected, discover new highlights, and experience the best of FAM, all in one place.
Supporting Children & Families
FAM Fest: FAMily Movie Night at the Marina
Join us for FAM Fest’s FAMily Movie Night, a cozy, family-friendly evening under the stars at Sparks Marina supporting children, youth, and families involved in foster care throughout Washoe County. Come and enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with local vendors, delicious food trucks, games, and face painting before the movie begins. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your favorite people, and settle in for an evening of connection, community, and fun. We’ll wrap up the night with a heartwarming animated movie on the big projection screen.
FAM Fest brings together neighbors, friends, and local organizations who believe every child deserves to belong and feel supported. Whether you’re a foster parent, an advocate, or simply looking for a meaningful night out with your family, FAM Fest is for YOU! This free, all-ages event is open to everyone. Our goal is to build awareness, create connections, and inspire action, because when a community comes together, amazing things happen. Enjoy an evening of fun, laughter, and movie magic, and become part the FAM: Foster. Adopt. Mentor.
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Sparks Marina, 1200 E Lincoln Way, Sparks NV
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
May Is
National Foster
Care Month
May marks National Foster Care Month, a time to recognize and support the children, youth, and families involved in foster care. It’s an opportunity to raise awareness of their experiences and to honor the resilience of young people who deserve stability, care, and a true sense of belonging. Every child should have the chance to grow up feeling safe, supported, and valued.
Support starts with community. By uplifting foster families, advocating for resources, and staying engaged, we can help create stronger, more positive outcomes. Whether through mentoring, volunteering, or simply raising awareness, each action plays a role in building brighter futures and ensuring youth in foster care feel seen, connected, and supported.
The Rundown: Upcoming Events
Take a look at what’s happening with FAM. We’ve lined up some great activities and can’t-miss dates—check it out and join the fun!
May 2, 2026
Discover FAM
Stop by our FAM info table at Summit Church and take a simple first step toward making a lasting impact. Learn what fostering, adoption, and mentoring can look like, get your questions answered, and pick up helpful resources. Whether you’re just curious or ready to get involved, come connect and explore how you can support children and families in your community.
May 3, 2026
Discover FAM
Stop by our FAM info table at Summit Church and take a simple first step toward making a lasting impact. Learn what fostering, adoption, and mentoring can look like, get your questions answered, and pick up helpful resources. Whether you’re just curious or ready to get involved, come connect and explore how you can support children and families in your community.
May 15, 2026
UNR Baseball Game
Swing by our table before first pitch of the UNR Baseball game to learn more about FAM fostering, adoption, and mentoring. We’ll give you a quick rundown of the program, what it looks like to step up to the plate, and how you can get a foster child back in the game. Stick around to ask questions, connect with our team, and explore your next play.
May 17, 2026
FAM Presentation & Connection
Join us at Rock Church for an informational presentation about FAM fostering, adoption, and mentoring. We’ll share an overview of the program and what it means to get involved, followed by a time for Q&A and an opportunity to visit our resource table to learn more and speak with our team.
In Their Words
From inspiring stories to educational videos, our curated collection offers something for everyone to learn and enjoy about what it’s like to be in within the foster care system. Explore the visual content and stay connected with all things related to FAM.
Raise a child:
lucky ones
This video highlighting the impact of fostering and the incredible journey of creating lasting connections.
Raise a child:
teen portrait
This video shows that adopting a teen from foster care is about building trust and creating a deep connection
ReMOVED
This video highlights a child’s journey from abuse and neglect to healing, rebuilding trust, and finding love and stability.
I AM
In this video, meet everyday people, who share one powerful role in common: being a foster parent. Discover how fostering fits into real lives and how you, too, can make a difference.
Answer
THe Call
This video highlights the imperative need for foster parents. If you’ve ever felt the pull to help a child in need, this could be your moment to answer the call.
It just takes
one moment
Watch this FAM video to learn about the need for teen foster care and what it means to foster or adopt a child.
Love IS IMPERFECT
This video shows that foster parents come in all forms — often not who you’d expect. What matters is the willingness to learn, grow, and help a child feel seen and safe.
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT CENTER
This video highlights HSA’s Family Engagement Center—a supportive space where families connect, grow, and strengthen their bonds.
Foster Family:
the Mosby’s
This video features the Mosby family as they share their experience caring for foster children, the process involved, and the importance of making a difference.
Foster Family:
THe Mauser’s
This video features the Mauser family as they describe their journey of caring for children in foster care, the challenges they face, and the rewarding experiences.
Walk with the FAM
This video showcases our first FAM Fest event, Walk with the FAM, a celebration of family, community, and connection. People of all ages came together for a fun, uplifting walk supporting and honoring foster, adoptive, and mentoring families.
FAM Fest 2025
This video highlights the joy of supporting children and families through fostering, adoption, and mentorship. The event honors those who open their hearts and homes while showing the community how to make a lasting difference.
FAM Snapshots
Explore the FAM photo gallery to experience wonderful moments of connection, love, and support within the foster and adoptive community. From the first annual FAM Fest to Adoption Day and planting pinwheels for Child Abuse Prevention Month, each photo reflects the heart and commitment Washoe County shows in standing by children and families when it matters most.
Resources
Whether you’re searching for practical tools, step-by-step guides, local support programs, or ways to engage with the community, this is section offers the support to meet your needs.
