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✨ Back-to-School Bash 2025 was a huge success🎒
Last week, we had the joy of serving over 200 children and blessing our incredible foster and adoptive families as they get ready for a brand-new school year. This wouldn’t have been possible without the support and generosity of our amazing community!
Heartland for Children
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Celebrating Terrence's Reunification Story
After losing his children’s mother, Terrence moved from New York to Polk County with nothing but determination. With support from our Fatherhood Specialist, Reginald, he overcame homelessness, strengthened his parenting, and reunited with his kids. Now, they’re together and healing.
Heartland for Children
Jun 211 min read


2025 Child Welfare Provider Fair
This year’s theme, “Passport to Possibilities: Navigating the Journey for Kids,” took attendees on an inspiring and interactive journey—exploring the many incredible resources and supports available to help children and families thrive in our community.
Heartland for Children
May 221 min read


Heartland Quarterly Newsletter | April 2025
For over 20 years, Heartland for Children has been impacting the lives of children & families in Polk, Highlands and Hardee Counties. We...
Heartland for Children
Apr 101 min read


Celebrating the Ruiz Family’s Adoption Day!
Today, we celebrate the Ruiz family and their incredible journey to adopting three beautiful sisters! Janyda Ruiz shares: "We always...
Heartland for Children
Mar 251 min read


Foster Parent Spotlight: Cayson Family
Meet Jennifer & Beth Cayson, whose hearts know no limits! With 7 children in their home—four adopted and three foster children—they’ve...
Heartland for Children
Feb 191 min read


6 Pieces of Advice from Foster Caregivers
Fostering is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have, but it’s also a journey that requires patience, commitment, and an open...
Heartland for Children
Feb 182 min read


Foster Family Spotlight: Laurynn Vaughn
As Foster Family Appreciation Week comes to a close—on Valentine’s Day, no less—we want to highlight a remarkable foster parent whose...
Heartland for Children
Feb 142 min read


Foster Parent Spotlight: Adrienne Myles
It's Foster Family Appreciation Week! This week, we celebrate the incredible individuals who open their hearts and homes to children in...
Heartland for Children
Feb 111 min read


Foster Family Spotlight: Parker
Parker’s journey as a foster parent has been one of love, mentorship, and lasting impact. She not only fostered but co-parented and...
Heartland for Children
Feb 111 min read


Foster Family Spotlight: Sandoval Family
Meet Eli and Bradley Sandoval, a newly licensed foster family making an incredible difference! Their first foster placement has been...
Heartland for Children
Feb 114 min read


It's Foster Family Appreciation Week!
Celebrating Foster Family Appreciation Week: Honoring Our Heartland Heroes At Heartland for Children, we are privileged to work alongside...
Heartland for Children
Feb 102 min read


Heartland Quarterly Newsletter | January 2025
For 20 years, Heartland for Children has been impacting the lives of children & families in Polk, Highlands and Hardee Counties. We are...
Heartland for Children
Jan 231 min read


Celebrating the Success of our 20th Annual Rudolph Round-up Toy Drive
This holiday season, Heartland for Children is overjoyed to celebrate the incredible success of our 20th Annual Rudolph Round-Up Toy...
Heartland for Children
Jan 23 min read


January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Did you know Florida ranks #3 in states with the most human trafficking cases? In 2024, there were 738 confirmed cases of human...
Heartland for Children
Jan 11 min read


Adoption Day at Legoland
We had an unforgettable day for 13 families and 22 amazing kids! We were thrilled to have partnered with LEGOLAND Florida and Circuit 10...
Heartland for Children
Nov 13, 20241 min read


Celebrating a Reunification Champion: Reginald Colston!
Today, we're thrilled to honor Reginald Colston, our dedicated Fatherhood Engagement Specialist, for his incredible work as a...
Heartland for Children
Oct 2, 20241 min read


Heartland quarterly Newsletter | September 2024
For 20 years, Heartland for Children has been impacting the lives of children & families in Polk, Highlands and Hardee Counties. We are...
Heartland for Children
Sep 20, 20241 min read


2024 Impact Polk Grant Awarded to HFC
GREAT NEWS! We are excited to share that Heartland for Children was awarded the 2024 Impact Polk grant in the amount $10,000 for our...
Heartland for Children
Jul 11, 20241 min read


Adoption Day: The Scott Family Party of 3
Congratulations to Jack and the Scott Family on your Adoption Day! You can't help but have happy tears after reading this letter! "We...
Heartland for Children
Jun 24, 20242 min read
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