About
This app connects foster parents, support friends, and advocates within a church ministry. It facilitates team building, streamlines onboarding, and provides a central hub for communication, prayer requests, and resources to strengthen families caring for vulnerable children.
What's New in Foster the City
1.28.0
October 29, 2026
We're introducing the Support Friend Dashboard: a new way to see the faithfulness and impact of your support over time. See your monthly progress and celebrate the ways you’re showing up for your Foster Family Earn badges as you pray, serve, and reach new milestones Other bug fixes and stability improvements
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FAQ
What is Foster the City?
Foster the City is an app designed for Advocates, Foster Parents, and Support Friends within the Foster the City ministry. It aims to strengthen families caring for vulnerable children by facilitating communication, coordination, and resource sharing.
How does Foster the City help foster families?
Foster the City helps foster families by connecting them with their support teams for practical and emotional support. Features like a shared calendar for requests and a prayer request system ensure needs are met and families feel supported.
Can I use Foster the City if my church doesn't partner with Foster the City?
No, this app is exclusive for individuals attending a church that partners with Foster the City. You can learn more about getting your church involved by visiting fosterthecity.org/getinvolved.
What kind of resources are available in Foster the City?
The app provides a curated platform with podcasts, blogs, videos, recommended trainings, conferences, and books related to important topics in foster care for parents, support friends, and advocates.
How does Foster the City facilitate communication?
Foster the City offers a central messaging system for communication between Foster Parents and Support Friends. It also provides clear access to their Advocate for support or connection.
What information does Foster the City provide to Advocates?
Advocates gain clarity on who is participating in their church's FTC ministry and their desired roles. They can see onboarding progress, create teams, and monitor the status of requests sent and fulfilled by Foster Family and Support Friend teams.
Is Foster the City available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, Foster the City is currently supported on iPhone and iPod. Information regarding Android device support is not specified.
How often is Foster the City updated?
The latest version of Foster the City is 1.28.0, last updated on October 29, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.
