The Texas Foster Family Association is committed to supporting foster, kinship, and adoptive families across our state.  One of the ways we do this is through retreats that provide families with connection, encouragement, training, and much-needed time to recharge alongside others who understand the unique journey of caring for children. 

Many of you know that in the past years our retreats have been supported in partnership with Project Liftoff.  We are grateful for the support that partnership provided to families across Texas.  Unfortunately that relationship came to an end earlier this year as both organizations move in different directions in how services are provided. Because of this change, TFFA will now be responsible for securing funding to continue offering these meaningful retreat opportunities. 

As we plan for upcoming retreats, we are seeking assistance from our membership in identifying potential grant writers, funding opportunities, or corporate/community sponsors who may be interested in helping support these events. These retreats make a meaningful difference for families, but they rely heavily on partnerships and financial support to remain accessible and affordable. 

If you are aware of:
  • A grant writer who may be willing to assist our organization
  • Foundations or grant opportunities that support foster, kinship, or adoptive families
  • Businesses, churches, or community partners that may be interest in sponsoring a retreat or specific activities
We would greatly appreciate any connections, recommendations, or introductions you might be willing to share. 

Your support helps ensure that the families who give so much to the children in their care have opportunities for rest, encouragement, and community. 

Please feel free to reach out to us using our "Contact" link at the top of the page if you have suggestions or would like to hep in this effort.  

It's time to relax and connect with your family at a free retreat.

Life is better with s'mores. And sunny days and starry skies, and off-key camp songs, lively games and craft projects made of popsicle sticks. Families grow stronger with spiritual quiet time, bonds are strengthened and new friends are made in a camp setting designed for families, youth and young children of all ages and faiths.
Families who are paying members to TFFA are registered on a first-come, first-served basis. There are 40 slots available for members who pay dues to the Texas Foster Family Association. If a family participated in a previous retreat, we ask that you allow other families to participate this time. Families that express interest need to be able to commit to participating for the full weekend.

The purpose of the weekend is for foster and adopt children and parents to enjoy a family retreat together as a family with other similar families. There will be a loose agenda with a variety of activities but also lots of flexibility. The weekend will start on Friday evening with a bonfire and smores and end after breakfast and an optional worship service on Sunday morning. On Saturday, there will be arts and crafts options, family scavenger hunt, ropes course, amongst other things. Families stay in cabins with their family unit.
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Remember that attending the retreats is a benefit of being a paid member of TFFA. Please be sure you have personally paid for a membership to TFFA or are affiliated with an agency who pays for a bundle membership to TFFA.

Not sure if you are a paid member?

  • Log into the member portal at the top of this page with the email used by us to send you notices of events. There is an option for "forgot password" to recover your account, if you have a paid membership.

  • Still not sure? Contact us through the "Contact" menu above, and our Technology Chair will get respond with help. 

 
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August 21-23, 2026
Registration now open!
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November 1, 2026


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