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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 1h

This month, we recognize the journeys of families brought together through adoption and we wish love and healing to all involved.
#adoption #nationaladoptionmonth

@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 4h

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/

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 2d

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

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 2d

Wishing all who celebrate Día de los Muertos a warm holiday filled with happy memories and gentle stories. 💛
#DíaDeLosMuertos #RememberWithLove

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 3d

Happy Halloween to all who celebrate. Wishing everyone a fun, safe & spooky day. 🎃
#Halloween #HappyHalloween #Halloween2025

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 4d

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

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 5d

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

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 5d

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-...

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 6d

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

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 7d

So much fun! Thank you to all who volunteered at our Harvest Festival and to all who came. We loved seeing you all! 🎃

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 7d

Grateful to partner w/Pierce County Juvenile Court for the Pierce County Early Childhood Court, a program that helps families w/infants-preschoolers in #fostercare receive services to promote safety & well-being https://amarafamily.org/programs-resources/pierce_county_early_childhood_court_program

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 10d

Every child deserves a special stuffed companion/lovey. Thanks to generous donors and companies, Amara can make sure all the children and youth we serve have one. Thank you Amazon.com for the great stuffed puppies! We can't wait to see all the smiles they bring to kids of all ages.
#givingback

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 10d

Join us for a free webinar on early childhood development Mon, Oct 27, 10–11:30am. The 1st 5 yrs of a child’s life are a critical time for brain development & lifelong learning. This webinar will provide insights into how young kids grow, learn & thrive.
Pls use QR code register.

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 10d

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

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 11d

Thank you @microsoft.com for hosting us and letting us share about the good work we do for children, youth & families who are involved in, or at risk of becoming involved in, the child welfare system. We love your enthusiasm!💛
#fostercare #kinshipcare#youthdevelopment #EmployeeGiving #bettertogether

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 11d

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

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 12d

DYK that billions of emails around the🌎to Gmail email address are going to people's spam folders?Due to recent huge Gmail hack, they are.If you use Gmail, this is likely happening to you.
The Solution
✅your spam folder& move the emails you want to your inbox
#gmail #keepintouch

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 13d

Come to our free Lights On Afterschool Harvest Festival, 10/23 4–6pm @ 3501 104th St. E., Tacoma. Games, trunk-or-treat, opportunity for seasonal vaccines for kids & more! Wear costumes! Free parking. Thanks to @afterschool4all & Seeds of Peace for making this event happen
#piercecounty #harvestfest

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 14d

Wishing everyone a Diwali filled with light, laughter, and love. May this Festival of Lights bring new beginnings, peace, and celebration of light over darkness.
#HappyDiwali #Diwali2025 #FestivalOfLights #ShubhDeepavali

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 17d

You can help local youth in our free teen center have the supplies they need by considering a gift from our Youth Development Amazon Wishlist. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HJVWBJUXLK4G/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex
#ittakesavillage #piercecounty #Tacoma #afterschool #youthdevelopment

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 18d

We are so grateful to everyone at Sabine Cafe & Bar and to everyone who stopped by for a tasty treat to support our work with children and families. 💛🦇🎃👻💛
#givingback #grateful #fostercare

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 18d

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/

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 19d

Great podcast and essential learning for all who love & work with adolescents from the @annieecaseyfdn.bsky.social /
Annie E. Casey Foundation.
www.aecf.org/blog/adriana...

Adriana Galván on the Adolescent Brain, Stress and Systems that Support Young People

UCLA’s Adriana Galván joins Lisa Lawson to unpack adolescent brain science and how schools, justice and social systems can help young people thrive.

www.aecf.org

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 19d

So excited Sabine Café & Bar in #Ballard chose Amara for their next Give Back Bake Sale! On Thurs, Oct. 16 from 8am until they sell out, enjoy a tasty treat at Sabine to support our work w/kids & families. All bakery profits that day will benefit us.🍪💛
#givebackbakesale #sabineseattle

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@amarafamily @amarafamily.bsky.social · 20d

Last call to submit a photo for our exhibit, Through the Foster Lens. If you’ve been impacted by the #childwelfare system, pls submit a photo that reflects your experience or your hopes. First 10 to submit get a $25 gift card. Pls submit by Oct. 15. https://amarafamily.org/photoexhibits/
#fostercare

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