@amarafamily
@amarafamily.bsky.social
Amara has a bold vision to change the🌎when it comes to how we support & care for kids, adults & families experiencing foster & kinship care. We believe all people, regardless of circumstance, deserve the opportunity to thrive. https://amarafamily.org/
Amara has a no-hassle food pantry in our #Tacoma Family Resource Center, along w/a diaper bank. Families don’t need to fill out piles of paperwork to “prove eligibility” either–just stop by. Check our open ours online: https://amarafamily.org/family-resource-center/
#piercecounty #food #endhunger
#piercecounty #food #endhunger
November 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Amara has a no-hassle food pantry in our #Tacoma Family Resource Center, along w/a diaper bank. Families don’t need to fill out piles of paperwork to “prove eligibility” either–just stop by. Check our open ours online: https://amarafamily.org/family-resource-center/
#piercecounty #food #endhunger
#piercecounty #food #endhunger
Our Family Support Services program offers free peer support & resource navigation to families in Pierce County. We promote the safety & well-being of kids & families thru trusting partnerships between parents & peer counselors who have lived experience https://amarafamily.org/support-for-families/
Support for Families - Amara
amarafamily.org
November 20, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Our Family Support Services program offers free peer support & resource navigation to families in Pierce County. We promote the safety & well-being of kids & families thru trusting partnerships between parents & peer counselors who have lived experience https://amarafamily.org/support-for-families/
Our CEO Fahren Johnson was invited to be a panelist @ today’s WA #STEM Summit on Microsoft’s campus about Creating the Conditions for Belonging in STEM. 1 of the things kids today need to bridge gaps is strong mentors who can help them believe they can dream big dreams & make them come true.💛
#STEAM
#STEAM
November 19, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Join us Nov 22, 4pm @ 3505 S Juneau St, Seattle for Parents United free dinner + activities for kids & parents. Parents United events bring parents who have experienced child welfare together to build community. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AFA62DA0FFCE9-59038823-november?useFullSite=true
November 18, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Join us Nov 22, 4pm @ 3505 S Juneau St, Seattle for Parents United free dinner + activities for kids & parents. Parents United events bring parents who have experienced child welfare together to build community. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AFA62DA0FFCE9-59038823-november?useFullSite=true
We’re gearing up to serve ⬆️families @ our Family Resource Center in Tacoma. Pls help:
Donate nonperishable, unexpired food to our food pantry (pls visit our website for open hrs)
Purchase food on our Wishlist: https://ow.ly/ahtV50XoNEr
Make a gift: https://ow.ly/sYcO50XoNEq
Donate nonperishable, unexpired food to our food pantry (pls visit our website for open hrs)
Purchase food on our Wishlist: https://ow.ly/ahtV50XoNEr
Make a gift: https://ow.ly/sYcO50XoNEq
November 17, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We’re gearing up to serve ⬆️families @ our Family Resource Center in Tacoma. Pls help:
Donate nonperishable, unexpired food to our food pantry (pls visit our website for open hrs)
Purchase food on our Wishlist: https://ow.ly/ahtV50XoNEr
Make a gift: https://ow.ly/sYcO50XoNEq
Donate nonperishable, unexpired food to our food pantry (pls visit our website for open hrs)
Purchase food on our Wishlist: https://ow.ly/ahtV50XoNEr
Make a gift: https://ow.ly/sYcO50XoNEq
Help make holidays bright for kids & families we serve, some of whom are going thru the hardest times in their lives.✅our Amazon Wishlist or buy new gifts & take them to our FRC @ 3501 104th St. E, Tacoma during open hrs Tues- Fri
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2VTQIWEKIJQUU/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2VTQIWEKIJQUU/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
November 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Help make holidays bright for kids & families we serve, some of whom are going thru the hardest times in their lives.✅our Amazon Wishlist or buy new gifts & take them to our FRC @ 3501 104th St. E, Tacoma during open hrs Tues- Fri
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2VTQIWEKIJQUU/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2VTQIWEKIJQUU/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
DYK-if you’re a new foster parent or kinship caregiver in WA, you can take Paid Family Medical Leave? It's up to 12 wks of paid time off - up to 90% of your weekly pay—a max of $1,542 a week—when you qualify. Learn more online at https://fosteringfamilywa.org/paid-leave/
#paidleave
#paidleave
November 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
DYK-if you’re a new foster parent or kinship caregiver in WA, you can take Paid Family Medical Leave? It's up to 12 wks of paid time off - up to 90% of your weekly pay—a max of $1,542 a week—when you qualify. Learn more online at https://fosteringfamilywa.org/paid-leave/
#paidleave
#paidleave
Thrilled to attend today’s Leaders Who Inspire lunch, presented by the American Leadership Forum of Tacoma-Pierce County. A new partnership between ALF & Amara was announced that will help us meet more needs & fill more gaps. Thank you state Senator T’wina Nobles!
#bettertogether
#bettertogether
November 13, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Thrilled to attend today’s Leaders Who Inspire lunch, presented by the American Leadership Forum of Tacoma-Pierce County. A new partnership between ALF & Amara was announced that will help us meet more needs & fill more gaps. Thank you state Senator T’wina Nobles!
#bettertogether
#bettertogether
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
November 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
Tomorrow! Excited to attend the American Leadership Forum’s inaugural Leaders Who Inspire Luncheon Nov 12 @ beautiful Hotel Murano in #Tacoma. Hope to see you there to celebrate South Sound leaders & community impact. Hint–big news for Amara will be announced! Reg https://e.givesmart.com/events/KGO/
November 11, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Tomorrow! Excited to attend the American Leadership Forum’s inaugural Leaders Who Inspire Luncheon Nov 12 @ beautiful Hotel Murano in #Tacoma. Hope to see you there to celebrate South Sound leaders & community impact. Hint–big news for Amara will be announced! Reg https://e.givesmart.com/events/KGO/
Join us Nov 22, 4pm @ 3505 S Juneau St, Seattle for Parents United free dinner + activities for kids & parents. Parents United events bring parents who have experienced child welfare together to build community. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AFA62DA0FFCE9-59038823-november?useFullSite=true
November 10, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Join us Nov 22, 4pm @ 3505 S Juneau St, Seattle for Parents United free dinner + activities for kids & parents. Parents United events bring parents who have experienced child welfare together to build community. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A45AFA62DA0FFCE9-59038823-november?useFullSite=true
These cute, cuddly critters are going to bring a lot of smiles to the children & teens Amara serves. Thank you @amazon for thinking of us! We are so grateful. 🙏💛
#givingback #gratitude #bettertogether❤️
#givingback #gratitude #bettertogether❤️
November 8, 2025 at 12:41 AM
These cute, cuddly critters are going to bring a lot of smiles to the children & teens Amara serves. Thank you @amazon for thinking of us! We are so grateful. 🙏💛
#givingback #gratitude #bettertogether❤️
#givingback #gratitude #bettertogether❤️
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
November 7, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
King County & Microsoft employees-Making a gift to Amara thru a workplace giving campaign is a meaningful & simple way to support kids & families on their way toward healing.
King County: Find us under code 9309
Microsoft: Find us in Benevity w/our EIN: 91-0577487
#employeegiving #fostercare
King County: Find us under code 9309
Microsoft: Find us in Benevity w/our EIN: 91-0577487
#employeegiving #fostercare
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 PM
King County & Microsoft employees-Making a gift to Amara thru a workplace giving campaign is a meaningful & simple way to support kids & families on their way toward healing.
King County: Find us under code 9309
Microsoft: Find us in Benevity w/our EIN: 91-0577487
#employeegiving #fostercare
King County: Find us under code 9309
Microsoft: Find us in Benevity w/our EIN: 91-0577487
#employeegiving #fostercare
Our Family Resource Center in #Tacoma helps families w/immediate needs such as food, diapers, as well as w/connection to other resources such as healthcare, transportation & more. ✅ for hours: https://amarafamily.org/family-resource-center/
#helpforfamilies #food #endhunger #tacoma
#helpforfamilies #food #endhunger #tacoma
Family Resource Center - Amara
Amara’s Family Resource Center provides families with immediate help such as food*, diapers, and baby necessities, as well as with connections to other resources such as healthcare, transportation, and parenting supports. Families do not need to “qualify” or prove “eligibility” to get the help they…
amarafamily.org
November 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Our Family Resource Center in #Tacoma helps families w/immediate needs such as food, diapers, as well as w/connection to other resources such as healthcare, transportation & more. ✅ for hours: https://amarafamily.org/family-resource-center/
#helpforfamilies #food #endhunger #tacoma
#helpforfamilies #food #endhunger #tacoma
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
November 4, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
November is Native American Heritage Month. We honor, celebrate, and respect the enduring strength and resilience of Indigenous peoples. From the arts to environmental stewardship and beyond, Native Americans have shaped our world in countless ways. We are grateful.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 4, 2025 at 9:05 PM
November is Native American Heritage Month. We honor, celebrate, and respect the enduring strength and resilience of Indigenous peoples. From the arts to environmental stewardship and beyond, Native Americans have shaped our world in countless ways. We are grateful.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
This month, we recognize the journeys of families brought together through adoption and we wish love and healing to all involved.
#adoption #nationaladoptionmonth
#adoption #nationaladoptionmonth
November 3, 2025 at 11:01 PM
This month, we recognize the journeys of families brought together through adoption and we wish love and healing to all involved.
#adoption #nationaladoptionmonth
#adoption #nationaladoptionmonth
Excited to attend the American Leadership Forum’s inaugural Leaders Who Inspire Luncheon Nov 12 @ beautiful Hotel Murano in #Tacoma. Hope to see you there to celebrate South Sound leaders & community impact. Hint–big news for Amara will be announced! Reg: https://e.givesmart.com/events/KGO/
November 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Excited to attend the American Leadership Forum’s inaugural Leaders Who Inspire Luncheon Nov 12 @ beautiful Hotel Murano in #Tacoma. Hope to see you there to celebrate South Sound leaders & community impact. Hint–big news for Amara will be announced! Reg: https://e.givesmart.com/events/KGO/
Making a gift to Amara thru your workplace giving campaign is a simple way to support kids & families on their journey toward healing. WA State and UW employees can give via the Washington State Combined Fund Drive: Find us under the code 0456683.
#employeegiving #fostercare #kinshipcare
#employeegiving #fostercare #kinshipcare
November 1, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Making a gift to Amara thru your workplace giving campaign is a simple way to support kids & families on their journey toward healing. WA State and UW employees can give via the Washington State Combined Fund Drive: Find us under the code 0456683.
#employeegiving #fostercare #kinshipcare
#employeegiving #fostercare #kinshipcare
Wishing all who celebrate Día de los Muertos a warm holiday filled with happy memories and gentle stories. 💛
#DíaDeLosMuertos #RememberWithLove
#DíaDeLosMuertos #RememberWithLove
November 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Wishing all who celebrate Día de los Muertos a warm holiday filled with happy memories and gentle stories. 💛
#DíaDeLosMuertos #RememberWithLove
#DíaDeLosMuertos #RememberWithLove
Happy Halloween to all who celebrate. Wishing everyone a fun, safe & spooky day. 🎃
#Halloween #HappyHalloween #Halloween2025
#Halloween #HappyHalloween #Halloween2025
October 31, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Happy Halloween to all who celebrate. Wishing everyone a fun, safe & spooky day. 🎃
#Halloween #HappyHalloween #Halloween2025
#Halloween #HappyHalloween #Halloween2025
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
October 30, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Come to our photo exhibit, Through the Foster Lens, Thurs, Nov 13, 5-7pm @ the WA State History Museum, Tacoma, featuring pics taken by people w/lived experience in #childwelfare, along w/delicious food. Guests can explore the museum for free, 3-5pm https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare
#fostercare
When parents are supported to build circles of friends, families have a better chance to thrive.And when kids in #fostercare see all their adults cooperating, they do better.Our Families Building Community program helps them all
https://amarafamily.org/programs-resources/families-building-community
https://amarafamily.org/programs-resources/families-building-community
October 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM
When parents are supported to build circles of friends, families have a better chance to thrive.And when kids in #fostercare see all their adults cooperating, they do better.Our Families Building Community program helps them all
https://amarafamily.org/programs-resources/families-building-community
https://amarafamily.org/programs-resources/families-building-community
Nearly 930K people in WA-incl kids, seniors &people w/disabilities—rely on fed food benefits to make ends meet. They will end Nov 1 unless Congress reaches a deal.
You can help us meet the⬆️need by making a gift to support families who visit our Family Resource Center amarafamily.org/support-our-...
You can help us meet the⬆️need by making a gift to support families who visit our Family Resource Center amarafamily.org/support-our-...
October 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Nearly 930K people in WA-incl kids, seniors &people w/disabilities—rely on fed food benefits to make ends meet. They will end Nov 1 unless Congress reaches a deal.
You can help us meet the⬆️need by making a gift to support families who visit our Family Resource Center amarafamily.org/support-our-...
You can help us meet the⬆️need by making a gift to support families who visit our Family Resource Center amarafamily.org/support-our-...