Events
Portraits and Popsicles
Date: May 29, 2026
Location: Bible Fellowship Church of Newark
Time: 4:30-6:30pm
$15 family portraits, anyone?
Family Hope Coalition is happy to welcome foster and adoptive families for this amazing opportunity!
Located at Bible Fellowship Church of Newark, one of our partner churches, this event will include a family photo mini-session followed up by a chance to play on the church playground and enjoy some popsicles!
Family Portrait Mini-Session includes:
- 10-minute family mini-session with one of our excellent photographers
- Collection of digital prints from your session
Mini Golf and Ice Cream
Date: Monday, June 1
Location: Riverfront Mini Golf
Time: 6-8pm
We hope this provides an opportunity for your family to relax, have fun, and enjoy a special night together alongside other families who “get it”.
Registration is required, and space is limited.
Just $2 per person ages 2 and up! See you at the Riverfront!
Previous Events
Family Hope 101
Date: March 29th
Time: 11:45am
Location: City Light Church – Newark DE
James 1:27 says pure religion looks like caring for the orphan and the widow in their oppression.
But what does that look like today?
What does true religion look like?
Come to a Family Hope 101
to explore the answer with us.
Equipped To Care - Open to All!
Date: March 30
Location: Bible Fellowship Church, Newark
In this 2-hr class, we will learn how to navigate challenges that arise in the classroom and at home due to childhood trauma. We will talk about how childhood trauma impacts brain development as well as how to respond to challenging situations and create a safe environment. Includes practical discussion and role-play scenarios that can be adjusted for the classroom or the home.
This training is great for babysitters, grandparents, friends of foster families, teachers, and Children’s ministry workers.
Roller Skate Night
Date: January 16
Time: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Location: Christiana Skating Center
Are you an adoptive, foster, or kinship family in need of some activity this winter?
Please join Family Hope Coalition on January 16 from 4:30-6:30pm for a fun Friday night created just for your family!
Thanks to our generous community, we are able to offer roller skating (rentals included!) as well as a cheese pizza dinner for $4 per person (2 and under free!)
We have the entire place to ourselves, so come enjoy a night for your family and feel at ease knowing people who “get it” are right there with you!
Milburn Orchards
November 8
Time: 11am-1pm
Location: Milburn Orchards 1495 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD 21921
Join us on November 8 for the perfect family fall event! Come together with other foster and adoptive families for an afternoon at Milburn Orchards! If this is your first visit to Milburn Orchards, expect a lot of fun outdoor fall attractions that give kids a chance to run, jump, and play! They also have a small barnyard with farm animals!
We will provide lunch and, of course, apple cider donuts! Don’t forget to join us for a hayride!
Just $2 per person ages 2 and up! See you at Milburn!
At this time, our event is filled. Please consider signing up for our waitlist.
Ice Cream Social
6-8pm, May 31, 2025, Bible Fellowship Church Newark
Join us for our very first Ice Cream Social!
We will provide all the treats, you and your people just show up for the fun!
This event is different from others in that it is truly for our entire coalition. If you are an adoptive/foster/kinship family OR if you support those who are through Family Hope, then this event is for you!
Tickets are just $1 per person 2 and up!
Foster Care Info Session
May 12, 2025, 7:00pm, Ogletown Baptist Church
An event for parents and prospective parents. Join Family Hope Coalition and local foster care agencies to learn more about fostering. Hear from each agency and have your questions answered.
Trauma Competent Care
March 22, 2025, 9:30-11:45am, Redeemer Fellowship Office
Trauma-Informed Principles to Support Your Kids in the Classroom, Church, and Home. Intended to help children who have been adopted or experienced foster care, but is also beneficial for children who have come from hard places.
In this class, we will learn how to navigate challenges that arise in the classroom and at home due to childhood trauma. We will talk about how childhood trauma impacts brain development as well as how to respond to challenging situations and create a safe environment. Includes practical discussion and role-play scenarios that can be adjusted for the classroom or the home.
This training is great for babysitters, grandparents, friends of foster families, teachers, and Children’s ministry workers.
We will provide coffee and refreshments.
CASA Info Session VIRTUAL Lunch and Learn
Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 12-1pm, Virtual
Join us on March 19 as Family Hope Coalition welcomes the Office of the Child Advocate to share what it means to be a CASA and how you might start the process to become one today!
Note: This is a VIRTUAL “Lunch and Learn” event.
2025 Gala
February 21, 2025, 6:30-9:00, Deerfield Golf Club
Join us for an evening to benefit vulnerable children and their families.
In Delaware, there are over 600 children in foster care. In Pennsylvania the number is over 13,000. Even though the need feels so large, we can do something together.
Gather with other individuals, families, and churches throughout our community who are working together to bring hope to children who have experienced abuse and neglect.Our annual Gala is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the selfless dedication of families who care for children and the powerful role the church can play in transforming lives.
Your presence will build vital relationships and make a lasting impact helping us raise the resources and awareness needed to provide churches and families with the tools and resources they need to thrive while stepping in to care for vulnerable children.
KICKBALL: Family Sports Event
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 11:00am-2:00pm
Local incoming UD freshman football player, Carter Sareyka, is hosting a family kickball event for foster and adoptive families. Join us for a day of fun activities, food, and of course KICKBALL!.
Family Fun Night at Main Event Newark!
Sunday, March 24, 2024, 4:30-8:30pm
We are so excited to offer this night of fun for our foster and adoptive families. We knew when planning this event that it might be a popular one, and we were correct! Registration is now filled.
Portraits and Popsicles
September 28, 2024, 4:30-6:30
Family Hope Coalition is happy to welcome foster and adoptive families for this amazing opportunity!
Located at Bible Fellowship Church of Newark, one of our partner churches, this event will include a family photo mini-session followed up by a chance to play on the church playground and enjoy some popsicles! Just $15 per family!