Who We Are
At A Kid’s Place of Tampa Bay, we believe every child deserves a safe, stable, and nurturing home, especially in moments of crisis.
Founded in 2009, our unique program supports the foster care system by keeping brothers and sisters together in a home-like setting. Since opening our doors, we’ve served over 1,700 children and over 750 families, raising the standard for group homes and inspiring similar programs across the country.
Today, we proudly serve the greater Tampa Bay area, including Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties.
Mission
Our mission is to provide a safe, loving and nurturing home for foster children.
Vision
Our vision is to create, implement and sustain a program which raises the standard of residential care for foster children.
A Better Path for Foster Children
Before A Kid’s Place opened, siblings removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment were often separated and placed in different foster families or group homes based on availability, age, or special needs. Research shows that this separation only compounds the trauma they’ve already experienced.
A Kid’s Place offers a better way.
Keeping Families Together
Our live-in House Parent model allows brothers and sisters to remain together in a stable, home-like environment where healing can begin. We meet each child’s social, educational, medical, and emotional needs while offering the security of family during uncertain times.
Serving Children & Young Adults
Our five homes on campus serve children from birth through 17. In 2021, we expanded to serve young adults ages 18–23 who have aged out of foster care but still need structure, guidance, and support.
As the needs of foster youth evolve, so do we. We are now serving more teenagers and young adults than ever before, each requiring expanded resources and opportunities.
Building for the Future
That’s why we’re building a new Activity Center, a vibrant hub for learning, healing, recreation, and connection. This space will bring together mentors, teachers, tutors, and trusted adults to help youth succeed and envision a brighter future.
Our Commitment
At A Kid’s Place, we’re not just responding to the needs of today, we’re building the foundation for brighter tomorrows. Through the dedication of our Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and generous community partners, we raise awareness and secure the support needed to keep our doors open and our mission strong.
Keeping siblings together was just the beginning. Today, we’re building something even greater because every child deserves the chance to feel safe, to be seen, and to believe in what’s possible.
Our Impact
Every number represents a child whose life was touched by safety, stability, and love at A Kid’s Place. Here’s what your support has made possible:
2024-2025
found safety, stability, and care in our homes.
sibling groups stayed together during their time with us.
were food secure, lived in stable housing, and had access to healthcare, tutoring, and enriching activities.
Since Opening in 2009
provided in a safe, nurturing environment.
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Our Partners
With grateful appreciation to our community partners and friends, we thank you for your support of our mission to improve the lives of foster children.
