Foster Care
& Adoption
The difference a child needs could begin with you.
Maybe you’ve felt the pull toward foster care or adoption and wondered if you could really do it. Maybe you know you’re not called to bring a child into your home, but you can’t shake the feeling that you’re supposed to do something. Either way, you’re in the right place. Not everyone is called to foster or adopt, but everyone can help show the love of Jesus to vulnerable children and families, and we’ll help you find where you fit.
For questions about Foster Care, or the AZ Tax Credit, please connect with us on social, call us at 480.824.7243 or reach out to:
Shannon Mitchell, Central Director of Local Outreach at: smitchell@scottsdalebible.com
Ivory-Lace Halvorson, Manager of Foster Care Program at: ihalvorson@scottsdalebible.com
Let’s Connect!
We’d love to help you take the next step. Our team can help you learn more about foster care or adoption, connect with support as a foster or adoptive family, or find a meaningful way to serve through our Foster Care Ministry.
You Have a Place!
Join us at Finding Your Place in Foster Care and Adoption where you’ll explore the multitude of ways you can make a difference in addressing the foster care needs in our state. You can also find amazing opportunties through our local partners.
Upcoming Classes & Groups
Our Local Partners
Gigi’s Cottage
A place where healing begins.
As part of our For the Valley vision to care for children and families impacted by Arizona's foster care crisis, Scottsdale Bible partners with Gigi's Cottage, a family-centered foster home for girls ages 9–17.
Founded by a Scottsdale Bible family and operated by Firm Foundation Youth Homes, Gigi’s Cottage provides a safe, nurturing home where up to eight girls can experience belonging, healing, and hope. Through ongoing support and volunteer involvement, we're helping create a place where girls are known, valued, and surrounded by the love of Jesus.
FINANCIAL GIFTS
Give Through Arizona’s Foster Care Tax Credit
Be the solution! You are permitted to decide where your AZ tax dollars go. You can redirect up to $1,262 (couple) or $632 (singles) and receive a dollar-for-dollar credit. There is no cost to you! You are allowed to donate to multiple tax credits.
3 Easy Steps to Take Advantage of the AZ Tax Credit:
Step 01.
Visit firmfoundationaz.org and click the green donation button.
Step 02.
Redirect any amount, or up to $1,262 (married) or $632 (single) to receive credit!
Step 03.
Receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit!
Everyone Has a Place in Foster Care & Adoption!
The Counseling Ministry offers both education and support through various groups led by compassionate lay leaders, many of whom have personal experience with the issues being addressed. Additionally, we have provided links to national organizations that guide individuals to find healing and strength through faith in God.
Local
Outreach
