In this episode of the Foster Friendly podcast, host Brian Mavis and co-host Travis engage with Jason Weber, a seasoned advocate for foster care and co-founder of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). They explore Jason's journey into fostering, the challenges faced in the foster care system, and the importance of community collaboration. Jason emphasizes the need for unconditional love and support for children in foster care, while also discussing the vision of 'More Than Enough' to ensure every child has a safe and loving environment. The conversation highlights the significance of building relationships and working together to create effective solutions for vulnerable children and families.

Takeaways

• Jason Weber has been working with vulnerable children and families for 28 years.
• Foster care is about restoring families, not just caring for children.
• The journey into fostering often begins with a personal commitment to serve.
• Collaboration among community members is essential for effective foster care solutions.
• The Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO) was formed to unite organizations working in foster care and adoption.
• More Than Enough is a vision to ensure every child has an ideal placement.
• Children in foster care need unconditional love and support from their communities.
• The government alone cannot solve the foster care crisis; it requires community involvement.
• Building relationships is key to successful collaboration in foster care.
• Love is defined as doing what is best for another person, regardless of the cost.

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