About Us

Thank You for Making a Difference

Thank you for your commitment to fostering, adopting, or providing care for children in Pasco and North Pinellas County. Right now, there are many children in need of a safe, supportive, and loving home as they navigate the difficult experience of being separated from their biological families. Your willingness to step up is not only life-changing for these children—it’s a vital contribution to the strength and well-being of our entire community.

Caring for children in need can be both an exciting and deeply rewarding journey, and we are here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Benefits of the Association

Our Purpose
We exist to support you. Our mission is to equip foster and adoptive parents with the tools, resources, and encouragement needed to meet the challenges of caring for our community’s children.

Training Hours
Earn credit toward your annual re-certification by attending our monthly meetings.

Guest Speakers
Hear from professionals, experienced caregivers, and experts on topics relevant to your family. Learn new strategies and gain deeper insights into the needs of the children in your care.

Parent Networking
Connect with fellow foster and adoptive parents. Share experiences, offer mutual support, and build relationships that can lead to helpful arrangements like respite care or babysitting.

Special Events
Enjoy a variety of family-centered events throughout the year, including:

Spring Fling
Back to School Bash
Angel Program
Apple Program
…and much more!

We are grateful for your dedication and are proud to have you as part of this community. Together, we can create a safe and nurturing environment for every child in need.

How to Join

Joining the Pasco County Foster/Adoptive Parent Association is easy and a great way to stay connected, informed, and supported.

Step 1: Complete the Membership Application
To become a member, please complete the Pasco FAPA Application Form. Visit the homepage of our website and click the blue button labeled “Become a Member” to get started.

Membership Renewal
All memberships are renewed annually and expire on December 31 of each year.

Monthly Meetings

We host our monthly meetings on the second Monday of every month from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

If you're not yet a member but would like to attend a meeting and require daycare services, please email:
📧 FirstVP@pascofapa.com
to reserve a spot for your child(ren).

Help Us Grow Our Community

There is always a need for compassionate individuals to become foster or adoptive parents. If you know someone who may be interested, please encourage them to reach out:
📞 727-456-0600 (Option 4)
📧 recruitment@fsssuncoast.org

Thank you for your dedication and heart for children in need. We look forward to welcoming you into our community.

Sincerely,
The Pasco County Foster/Adoptive Parent Association
📧 president@pascofapa.com