Amber Knowles, Author at The Riverside Project

Doug Meikle is the co-founder and board chair of TrueWorks, a nonprofit that focuses on integrating Christian faith with the world of work. Today, Doug serves as the CEO of Star of Hope, Houston largest mission to the homeless.

“This doesn’t look like what I thought it would.” I hear this statement all the time.

Foster parents, by Texas law, can only use babysitters who are specially trained and certified to care for children in foster care.

Alysa Elliott-Wilson is the regional administrator for Faith-Based and Community Engagement at the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS). With extensive experience in community engagement, Alysa helps mobilize resources and volunteers to help meet those under DFPS’ care.

Christian & Morgan Nichols are an incredible couple who have been on their foster care journey for over three years.

With the holiday season in full swing, our team has been reflecting on the past year—the victories, the challenges, the lessons learned, and the connections formed.

Drew Knowles is the Rector of Oak Forest Anglican Church in Houston, Texas, and the co-author of “Hospitality: The Convivial Mission of God.”

Kathleen Cowie and Caitlin Simpson, staff members at The Riverside Project, share what they do and how it impacts the foster care community in Houston.

Julie Etter continues the conversation on transracial adoption, some of the struggles parents and children may go through, key resources to seek out, and much more.

Mitzi McBride is not only well-versed in TBRI® but is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience guiding children and families through their journey to emotional healing.