Our ability to provide quality care to the children in our homes is directly linked to the skills and commitment of our volunteers. From becoming a foster parent to volunteering a couple hours in our office, there are many ways that you can get involved. We’ve listed some of the possibilities but if God is leading you in a new and innovative way, we would be glad to speak to you. We ask that you pray and decide where the Lord is leading you to serve with 4KIDS. 

Our volunteers are an important part of this ministry; they allow us to be able to expend our resources more efficiently, thus providing better service to our foster parents and the children in their homes.

·           Foster parent

·           Child/youth worker volunteer

·           Mentor/tutor volunteer

·           Office/Event support volunteer

·           Crisis pregnancy program volunteer

·           Financial supporter

Become a Foster Parent:

At the very heart of 4KIDS are the couples and singles willing to open their heart and their home to a child in need of love, stability and hope. Placements can be from several days to several months. The foster child may range from a few days old or be in their teens.

There are many reasons people fail to act on the knowledge that God has called them to be foster parents. Some concerns are legitimate, while others stem from a misunderstanding of the process. We would welcome the chance to address your concerns and answer your questions honestly.

If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, please call Joan Englert at 954-556-4685.

Child/Youth worker volunteer:

The Volunteer Child & Youth Worker is responsible for direct care service to children 0-17 who are admitted to our programs.  This person will facilitate the provision of needed physical services to achieve stability in the children being served.  Some duties include shopping, cooking, interacting with children.

Mentor/Tutor volunteer:

A mentor/tutor provides a listening ear and encouraging words to the children and youth in our care. We ask that you be available for a one on one interaction once a week. You may be asked to help with everything from homework to facing life’s challenges.

Office/Event support volunteer:

The Office support volunteer is responsible for daily office management, as well as identified administrative tasks. Duties may include: copying, filing, making phone calls, assist in mailings, inputting information into excel and organizing office and donated items. The Event support volunteer will have the opportunity to work in the community as they assist at information tables at the local churches and the many events that are held throughout the year.

Crisis pregnancy program volunteer:

His Caring Place is a licensed teen maternity program that offers love and guidance to young women struggling with crisis pregnancies. Click here to find out how you can help:

Financial supporter

If you are interested in financially supporting this ministry or to find out more about our specific needs, please click here:

If you are interested in volunteering at 4KIDS of South Florida, please complete the volunteer form.  If you have any questions, contact Radina DeCosta at 954-556-4679.

The nature of this ministry requires that we ask that all volunteers go through the same background checks as our foster parents. If you have questions or concerns about this process, please contact us. Once you’ve been matched with a ministry area, we will offer you specialized training and support for that specific volunteer area.

We recognize that the decision to be a part of this ministry requires prayer and a special calling that only the Lord places on your heart. At 4KIDS we believe in providing Permanent Solutions for the foster care crisis in our community... by taking this next step in working with us you are one part of that solution. We know that one can make a difference… "Give justice to the poor and the orphan; uphold the rights of the oppressed and the destitute." Psalm 82:3