At CONCERN, every person we serve comes to us with a unique story often shaped by uncertainty, instability, or unmet needs. Through your support, CONCERN can meet individuals and families where they are and provide hope, opportunity, and change. One of the most powerful ways this happens is through our donation funds that directly support children, youth, and families in care. Because of You, a Child Can Simply Be a Child The Special Needs Fund helps children in care participate in everyday...

Welcoming a child into a foster family is a profound act of kindness and commitment. It brings joy, challenges, and a unique set of responsibilities. To navigate this journey successfully, foster families need more than just love and patience—they need a solid network of support. In this post, I want to share insights about the various support systems available to foster families, practical ways to access help, and how communities can contribute to making foster care a positive experience for...

By Gordon May, President & CEO At CONCERN, we think about leadership the same way a great softball team thinks about winning. On a successful team, every player has a role. Some roles are visible, some aren’t—but the outcome depends on everyone showing up, communicating, and taking responsibility for what’s theirs to do. No one wins alone. And no one position carries the whole team. That’s how I view leadership. Too often, leadership is reduced to a title or a corner office. But real...