Foster Care Support in Kansas City

Providing families with community
support, housing, and resources
so children impacted by foster care
can find stability, healing, and joy.

Find Support. Give Support. Build Community.

Whether you’re caring for a child, ready to lend a hand, or connecting your organization with others, find your next step with Joy Meadows.

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Foster Family Resources

Find practical support for your family, including therapy, clothing, camps, and opportunities to connect with other caregivers. Explore programs that support children and the families caring for them.

Explore Family Resources →

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Community Support Steps

Help surround families with consistent care. Explore ways to volunteer, organize a donation drive, or offer prayer support—and choose a next step that fits your time and gifts.

Find Ways to Help →

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City-Wide Partnerships

Connect your church or community organization with the Joy Meadows Network. Share resources, build relationships, and work together to strengthen support for children and families impacted by foster care.

Explore City-Wide Partnerships →

2026-2027 Capital Campaign

Within five years, Joy Meadows grew from 320 to 7,082 on-site interactions—and we've reached the limits of one campus.

Now we're expanding to Kansas City, Kansas to serve the full circle of families impacted by foster care: foster parents, biological parents, and children together.

Learn More

Events Content

Apr 6

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Animal Sessions

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Animal Sessions at Joy Meadows Foster Care Community

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Apr 6

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Horse Riding Lessons

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Animal Sessions at Joy Meadows Foster Care Community

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Sep 26

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM09:00 – 12:009:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Animal Day Camp • Middle & High School

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM09:00 – 12:009:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Animal Day Camp invites animal-loving kids to spend hands-on time with barn animals, build new skills and friendships, and explore biblical truths through interactive lessons. Open to foster and adoptive youth, and biological children in fostering families.

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM09:00 – 12:009:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Oct 3

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM18:00 – 20:006:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Circles of Joy • Sold Out

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM18:00 – 20:006:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Circles of Joy Annual Gala at the Farm

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM18:00 – 20:006:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Oct 10

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday is a monthly gathering in Kansas City for foster, adoptive, and kinship families. This October event features pumpkin activities, outdoor play, and hands-on fall fun, along with a shared meal and predictable stations children can enjoy and caregivers can count on.

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Oct 15

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Prayer Gathering

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Monthly Prayer gathering at the Linwood Campus. We have a prayer team that is ready to pray for any needs or requests that you may have!

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Nov 14

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday is a monthly gathering in Kansas City for foster, adoptive, and kinship families. This November event features fall-themed activities, outdoor play, and shared fun in a predictable, supportive environment where caregivers and children can connect and feel encouraged.

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Nov 19

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Prayer Gathering

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Joy Meadows 📍 Linwood

Monthly Prayer gathering at the Linwood Campus. We have a prayer team that is ready to pray for any needs or requests that you may have!

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

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Second Saturday • Christmas Celebration • Lunch

Dec 12

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday • Christmas Celebration • Lunch

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday is a monthly gathering in Kansas City for foster, adoptive, and kinship families. This December event features a General Store and Christmas Celebration, offering families a festive, supportive space to connect, share a meal, and enjoy meaningful holiday experiences together. Two time options are available to best serve families.

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM11:00 – 13:0011:00 AM – 1:00 PM

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Second Saturday • Christmas Celebration • Dinner

Dec 12

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM17:00 – 19:005:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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Second Saturday • Christmas Celebration • Dinner

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM17:00 – 19:005:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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Second Saturday is a monthly gathering for foster, adoptive, and kinship families at Joy Meadows, offering dinner, connection, and fun outdoor activities for the whole family. Kids enjoy predictable stations like Barnyard, Nature, Art, and Big Fun while caregivers find encouragement and support.

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM17:00 – 19:005:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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Dec 17

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Joy Meadows 📍 Linwood

Prayer Gathering

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Joy Meadows 📍 Linwood

Monthly Prayer gathering at the Linwood Campus. We have a prayer team that is ready to pray for any needs or requests that you may have!

6:30 PM – 7:30 PM18:30 – 19:306:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Joy Meadows 📍 Linwood