Friends of Fostering

Friends of Fostering is a growing network of local businesses and organisations that are committed to supporting foster carers and the children they care for across Stoke-on-Trent.

When you foster with Stoke, you can benefit from a range of support, discounts, offers, services, and opportunities provided by our valued Friends of Fostering partners. These contributions help recognise the important role foster carers play and provide practical support in everyday life.

Become a Friend of Fostering

We are always looking for local businesses and organisations to join our Friends of Fostering programme. Whether you can offer discounts, free services, training opportunities, experiences, donations, or other forms of support, your involvement can make a real difference to local foster families.

By becoming a Friend of Fostering, you will:

• What Businesses Gain

  By becoming a Friend of Fostering, organisations can:

• Demonstrate social value and community impact.
• Support local children and families.
• Enhance their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments.
• Receive recognition from Stoke-on-Trent City Council's Fostering Service.
• Be promoted through fostering events, social media, newsletters, and campaigns.

To find out more about joining the programme, please contact the Stoke-on-Trent Fostering Team.

Why Foster with Stoke?

When you foster with Stoke, you become part of a supportive fostering community, with access to professional guidance, training, financial support, and the additional benefits available through our Friends of Fostering network.