Youth Villages Foster Parent Award ceremony

2026 Foster Parent Awards

Because of You, Lives Change!

This year’s celebration is all about honoring the heart, resilience and love you pour into fostering. Join your local group for food, laughter, prizes and a night dedicated to the difference you make.

Check your email for your local party details, or contact Amy Wilbert if you need an invitation.

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Local events

 

East Tennessee

  • May 7, 2026 — Alice Bell Baptist Church, 3305 Alice Bell Rd., Knoxville, Tennessee 6–8:30 p.m. ET
  • May 8, 2026 — Langston Centre Auditorium, 315 Elm St., Johnson City, Tennessee 5–7 p.m. ET
  • May 14, 2026 — Morristown Library, 417 W. Main St., Morristown, Tennessee 6–8 p.m. ET (Morristown Community Room)
  • May 15, 2026 — DoubleTree by Hilton, 2232 Center St., Chattanooga, Tennessee 5–7 p.m. ET

West Tennessee

  • May 2, 2026 — Paradiso Theatre, 584 S. Mendenhall Rd., Memphis, Tennessee 10 a.m.–noon CT
  • May 7, 2026 — Youth Villages Jackson Office, 24 Weatherford Square, Jackson, Tennessee 6–8 p.m. CT

Middle Tennessee

  • June 10, 2026 — Franklin Theatre, 419 Main St., Franklin, Tennessee 6–8 p.m. CT

Stories of Hope

Helping children and families live successfully

Sofia’s story: Parenting a parent, breaking the cycle

At 16, Sofia entered foster care as a new mother with nowhere else to go. Her own home hadn’t been a safe or supportive environment, kicking her out when she got pregnant. With no guardian to return to after giving birth, she found herself in foster care, raising a baby in an unfamiliar home.

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Adoption finalizations at the Tennessee Governor’s Mansion

Twelve children officially joined their forever families in an adoption event hosted by Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria at the Governor’s Mansion this May.

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Knoxville Couple recognized as rookie foster parents of the year

Knoxville couple is being recognized for the way they’ve stepped up, just months after entering the world of foster care.

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