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To mobilize church communities to care for vulnerable children
Since Promise686 was founded in 2009, we’ve been chasing one ambitious vision: ending the child welfare crisis. Thanks to the help of our generous partners and supporters, we’re making serious progress. Through technology, content, and coaching, Promise686 is equipping churches across America to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families in their local communities.
As a national solutions provider, our relational approach mobilizes churches not only to step into moments of crisis but to remain steadfastly engaged, restoring families and reshaping the U.S. child welfare system.
Our Family Advocacy Ministry (FAM) model is designed to unify churches everywhere, ensuring any church, in any community, can effectively intervene, creating lasting transformation and rewriting the stories of those stuck in an overburdened child welfare system.
Research specifically comparing Promise686 families in Georgia against the statewide average proves that our model of support leads to greater placement stability for children. The study published in the Journal of Public Child Welfare concludes that children whose foster parents have received support through Promise686 have experienced fewer removals and placements than those supported by the state.

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What does it look like to live out a faith that is pure and faultless? It looks like caring for the vulnerable. It looks like showing up for children and families in their moments of greatest need. This Pure Religion Sunday, we’re reminded that caring for vulnerable children is not just a calling for a few—it’s part of our calling as followers of Jesus. Let’s take time to pray, learn, and take action on behalf of children and families. May we be a Church that doesn’t just hear the Word, but puts it into action.🩵

It was our honor to host you last night! We loved getting the chance to share how Promise686 addresses the needs of vulnerable children with a room full of some of the most passionate and caring people we know. Thank you for listening, learning, and helping Promise686 unlock a future of hope and flourishing for children across the country. We are thrilled to report that you raised $644,000 — more than any other Promise event ever! Thank you for your support! Truly, our hearts are overwhelmed by your generosity.🖤🗝️

Each year, we gather to give thanks for what God has done and renew our commitment to championing vulnerable children and families. Even if you can’t join us tomorrow evening, you can still play a vital role in equipping churches, supporting foster and adoptive families, and preventing children from entering foster care. Whether you place a bid in our Silent Auction or enter the Golden Ticket Raffle, every dollar raised helps ensure that children are placed in safe, loving families. You don’t have to be present at the Fall Benefit to unlock the promise for a vulnerable child!🖤

You don’t need to be in the room to help us unlock the promise of family for children across the country.🗝️ As we gather for our Fall Benefit later this week, we are inviting everyone—both our guests in the room and our community near and far—to consider contributing to our Gift from the Heart initiative. We encourage you to begin reflecting even now on how God might be calling you to step into this moment. See how every contribution brings hope, stability, and care to vulnerable children and families.🤍→

Our Silent Auction is OFFICIALLY OPEN! ✨ Browse and bid on an exclusive collection of luxury experiences, local treasures, and unique items—wherever you are! Every bid directly equips churches, strengthens families, and impacts the lives of vulnerable children across the country. Bidding is open now through the evening of November 5! Find the link in our bio to start bidding and make a lasting impact!

In this final part of our series, Corey talks about the blessing it’s been to watch God use his story to spread the Gospel.

This past week, four members of our team completed a year-long cohort with @standtogether. Stand Together empowers changemakers to tackle systemic issues—like poverty, education, and community development—through bottom-up, community-driven solutions. Over the past year, we’ve connected with amazing leaders nationwide and received top-tier mentorship in branding, fundraising, and preparing to launch myFAM. We are so grateful for this partnership as it continues to help us sharpen our vision and better serve vulnerable children and families around the country.

Get ready to raise your paddles for a cause!🖤 Our Fall Benefit is right around the corner, and we are thrilled to spotlight some of the fabulous items featured in this year’s Live Auction! Here is a sneak peek at what you could win →

Every child carrying the weight of the child welfare crisis deserves to know they are seen, supported, and valued. By equipping local churches with sustainable solutions, Promise686 helps turn compassion into reliable communities of care. Join us to help unlock the promise—a place to belong for every person in every story. Stay tuned for ways you can bring hope and flourishing to vulnerable children at our upcoming Fall Benefit through participating in the Golden Ticket Raffle and Silent Auction! Link in bio.🤍🗝️🤍🗝️

Stay in the loop with all things Promise! 📩 Our fall quarterly newsletter just went out, full of updates, recent highlights, and a look ahead. If you didn’t see it in your inbox, you’re missing out—but it’s not too late to catch the next one. Go to promise686.org/sign-up to sign up for our newsletter and never miss an update!🔗

A HUGE thank you to our 2026 Fall Benefit Sponsors for helping amplify Promise686’s mission to mobilize churches to bring hope and flourishing to children in the child welfare system across the nation.🗝️🤍

MyFAM makes volunteer care coordination simple, direct, and relational. It helps to eliminate the administrative friction so your church family can focus on what matters most: surrounding every vulnerable child and family with a community where they belong.🤝🫂 See how myFAM streamlines volunteer-led care & start your free trial today! MyFAM is available for download on the App Store or Google Play!

It’s not too late to join our We See You campaign this week! We’re actively lifting up the caseworkers and child welfare staff who serve on the front lines. By strengthening these crucial teams, we help boost worker retention—which directly leads to better stability and permanency for vulnerable children. Let’s wrap arms around our child welfare heroes this week.🩵

✨ Big news! For this year’s fall benefit, we’re opening up an amazing opportunity beyond the room. Georgia residents can purchase a “Golden Ticket” for a chance to explore your choice of five world-class destinations, all from the comfort of your home. You can purchase 1 ticket for $100, 3 for $250, or 7 for $500. And the proceeds help impact the lives of children and families across the country! Link in bio to get yours🔗 *You must live in Georgia and be at least 18 years old to purchase a ticket. Terms and conditions apply.

In part three of Corey’s story, he explains the next steps for anyone who has been impacted by this series so far—directly touching on one of Promise686’s core beliefs: everyone can do something.

We continue to actively teach churches that supporting local child welfare offices is just as critical as supporting foster families. Whether through Care Communities or physical donations, the Church is stepping up to stand in the gap. We want caseworkers to know that we aren’t just supporting families; we are advocating and rallying around them as well. From October 12–16, join the We See You campaign as we rally around those who dedicate their lives to serving vulnerable children.💙

Jesus showed us that love goes straight to the places of deepest hurt and stays there. In the world of child welfare, children and families facing crisis don't need elevated sympathy. They need people willing to enter into the chaos, share the burden, and build a lasting village of support around them.💚

We are excited to announce that, for the first time ever, guests have the option to purchase individual tickets to our annual Fall Benefit—and they are available now!! Don’t miss out on an unforgettable evening on November 5, celebrating hope, community, and life-changing stories from across the country. Together, we can help unlock a future of hope and flourishing for children in need. Purchase your ticket through the link in our bio!🗝️🖤

One of our favorite parts of gathering with The Promise Network last week was sharing stories and celebrating incredible milestones happening all over the country! 🌟 Take a peek at just a few of the amazing things being accomplished together!

What an inspiring week at this year’s CAFO Summit! 🌟 Our staff had a blast connecting with leaders from around the globe, hosting workshops, and sharing the heart of Promise686. To top it all off, we officially unveiled our new platform, myFAM! We loved getting to give attendees a first look at how myFAM will help mobilize and equip communities to support vulnerable families.

Tonight we gathered together for the 2026 Promise Network Dinner, and what a special night it was! Connecting face-to-face with like-minded leaders from across the country was so inspiring. We share the same heartbeat for the lonely—and seeing how God is weaving these relationships together fills us with so much hope. We know this is just the beginning of what He’s going to do through this network!

We’re very excited to announce our newest resource: “Chosen: Who God Says I Am!” 📖 Designed for all ages, “Chosen” is a special spiral-bound book filled with uplifting affirmations of how deeply God loves us, thoughtfully paired with Scripture to root those truths in His Word. Keep it on your desk, read it with your kids, or gift it to a friend who needs it. Wherever “Chosen” lands, it’s a constant reminder that you are never alone and deeply loved by God. 🤍

Every feature of myFAM, every volunteer trained, every care community built exists for one reason: to ensure that no one in the child welfare story has to walk it alone. We’re already seeing so many incredible stories unfold through myFAM—and we know this is just the beginning of what God is going to do!

When we look around the child welfare space, we are amazed at and grateful for the number of different organizations that come together to serve vulnerable children. The question remains, then: “What makes Promise686 different?” We’ve identified these 5 differentiators that separate us from other organizations.

It’s hard to believe that the We See You campaign is just one month away! Are you curious about how you can get involved in supporting your local child welfare staff this October 12-16? Head to careforcaseworkers.org to register for We See You Week and to get inspiration on how you can show up for your local child welfare!💛🎉

In part 2 of this series, Corey shares just how meaningful one “yes” can be in the life of a child who has only known instability—explaining what it was like to experience unconditional love through the consistency of normal day-to-day moments. We aim to make it possible for any church, anywhere to say “yes” to the lonely in their own community. How is your church stepping up to surround vulnerable children with steady, consistent love?

Behind every thriving child is a community of people who are laboring on their behalf. This Labor Day, we honor the selfless work of everyone who steps up every day to stand in the gap for the lonely. Thank you for standing with us in the vital work of ensuring every child is known, loved, and supported.💙

We are living in an epidemic of loneliness, where more people than ever feel isolated, unseen, and unsupported. Yet, Psalm 68:6 reveals God’s heart toward those who are alone—He sets the lonely in families. He calls the Church not just to acknowledge this culture of isolation, but to break it—opening our doors, wrapping around the vulnerable, and surrounding struggling families with true community. What might that mean for you? You don’t have to do something grand to make an impact. So, what small step is God calling you to take today?

In this four-part series, we want to introduce Corey’s story. He breaks down how hidden and complex the issues in his home were while he was growing up and encourages others to see what’s beneath the surface in every child’s life. Promise686 seeks to show love and support to children like Corey through local church communities across America. Visit our website to find out how you can get involved!

Promise686 is all about equipping organizations across the country with the tools, training, and support to walk alongside vulnerable families in their own communities. The Vine Community Church’s story shows how resources and coaching can turn a heart for serving into meaningful, lasting impact.

Tables are selling fast for this year’s Fall Benefit at Flourish Atlanta! Visit our website to learn about the heart behind this event and reserve your table now! 🖤🗝️

The We See You campaign is coming up from October 12-16! We have brand new resources to help guide you as you join us in this dedicated week to bless local child welfare staff all over the U.S. We also have resources specifically tailored to be helpful outside of the month of October—part of our year-long collaborative, Care for Caseworkers. October will be here before you know it, so head to careforcaseworkers.org to learn more about CFC, register for the We See You campaign, and start planning how you might bless the child welfare staff in your community!🩵

The answer is an easy yes. 💛 When families have support, kids come home faster and feel more seen every step of the way. Visit promise686.org to see how you can say yes to supporting the vulnerable in your own community.

The journey of foster care and adoption was never meant to be walked alone. 🤲 Through Family Advocacy Ministries (FAMs), local churches step into the gap. Whether it’s delivering groceries, helping with yard work, or providing a listening ear, small acts of care build a strong safety net for families who are stepping up for children. When we carry the load together, families thrive and children flourish.

Introducing the myFAM app – a new platform to address the epidemic of loneliness in the child welfare crisis across the United States. This reimagined solution connects, equips, and supports everyone in the story of a vulnerable child. From birth parents and foster families to caseworkers and young adults aging out of care, myFAM mobilizes local church communities so no one stands alone. MyFAM exists to support church communities across the nation in the journey to grow ministry to the vulnerable, to simplify caring for them, and to share their stories. Click the link in our bio or visit promise686.org/myfam to learn more!

Consider partnering with us as a sponsor for the 2026 Fall Benefit, helping amplify Promise686’s mission to mobilize churches to bring hope and flourishing to children in the child welfare system across the nation. Sign up now for the greatest exposure for your business!

This poem by @kitti_murray reminds us of something we’ve been reflecting on recently here at Promise. For children, our pursuit can show them what it means to be seen, supported, and loved. And in pursuing them, we are all pointed back to the God who pursued us first. 🤍

Since 2009, Promise686 has chased one ambitious vision: ending the child welfare crisis. We’ve learned that turning compassion into reliable, long-term support requires the right tools. Today, we equip churches across America with the technology, content, and coaching needed to create sustainable communities of care that serve vulnerable children and families across the country.💛

Equipping and supporting local church leaders so they can effectively care for vulnerable children and families is at the very heart of what we do. When ministry leaders are equipped, they can lead their teams with confidence—and ultimately, more children and families find the support they need. Want to bring these tools to your local church? Visit the “Activate” page on our website to learn how we can partner with you!

The highlight reel from The 686 is here! 🎞️ Thank you for making this year’s concert unforgettable! Because of you, Promise686 raised more than double what we raised last year, bringing hope and homes to vulnerable children and families! We couldn’t have done it without you!🤎

Churches represent the largest and most reliable nationwide network of individuals best positioned to support vulnerable children and families. However, many simply don’t know how to take meaningful action. Our proven model is designed to unify churches everywhere, ensuring any church, in any community, can effectively intervene, creating lasting transformation and rewriting the stories of those stuck in an overburdened child welfare system. Visit promise686.org to learn more about our work and ways you can join us in our mission!🔗

Thank you for coming out to The 686 Concert this year! What a wonderful night of music and fun with Russell Dickerson, Billy Dawson, Bob DiPiero, and Kendell Marvel. 🤠🪕 This wasn’t just a concert; it was an opportunity to connect and introduce a brand new crowd to the powerful work of Promise.

Reserve your table now for an unforgettable evening on November 5, celebrating hope, community, and life-changing stories from across the country. Invite your friends and secure your table now! Together, we can help unlock a future of hope and flourishing for children in need. 🗝️🖤

This past week, members of our team attended another gathering with the Stand Together Foundation. Stand Together is a philanthropic community that empowers changemakers to tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems through funding, a peer network, and proven principles for social change. We are so grateful for this partnership as it continues to help us better serve vulnerable children and families around the country.

Our goal at Promise686 is pretty clear: to set the lonely in families. Yet when someone hears about our large events—like a country music concert—they might wonder: How does a concert move the needle for child welfare? The answer lives in a simple truth—connection breeds commitment. The foster care crisis can feel heavy and distant. But an event can act as a welcoming, low-barrier “front door.” People invite friends for a great night of fellowship, but they leave talking about the thousands of children impacted by our work. Because people rarely commit to a cause they don’t feel connected to, these joyful spaces serve as the vital emotional bridge—penetrating the heart to turn awareness into action. This momentum fuels our entire ministry infrastructure by converting casual listeners into lifelong advocates and renewing the energy of everyone standing in the gap for vulnerable children.

Our Mid-Year Report is here💚 You’ll read how God is continuing to move through the work of Promise686 as our CEO, Andy Cook, shares his thoughts on how every child deserves to be pursued, consequently pointing them to our ultimate Pursuer. You’ll grow in understanding of how our events make a difference for child welfare. You’ll also get to learn more about our newest platform—myFAM—an app designed to make care simple, make support personal, and create a reality where no one stands alone. Check it out now on our website or through the link in stories!🔗

You won’t want to miss this!!🎸 Win a guitar signed by Thomas Rhett or Russell Dickerson at The 686 Concert! Look out for the auction link coming soon—you don’t have to be present to win. All proceeds support our mission to set the lonely in families.

Imagine if every family viewed their home as a place of healing. Thomas represents the heart of the biological sibling experience: realizing that adoption didn’t subtract from his life, but made it infinitely more vibrant. He couldn’t imagine a life without the chaos and love of a big family—in fact, he thinks anything else would be “lame.” It’s time to re-imagine what family actually means. It’s not about biology; it’s about the weapon for good we become together.

“I love that there were Hot Wheels cars. I love that there were Doritos for my snack.” These are the words of four-year-old Ari. After experiencing trauma and neglect as a small child in Illinois, Ari didn't just enter a house; he entered a home where he was seen, known, and loved. This transition was made possible by Heights Community Church. While the Whitten family opened their doors to Ari, their church community opened their hearts—providing the meals, prayer, and tangible support (including Ari’s favorite things) that allowed the Whittens to focus on healing. Today, Ari isn’t a foster child; he is a forever member of the Whitten family.

A HUGE thank you to our sponsors of this year’s 686 Concert! Your investment as a sponsor of The 686 Concert helps provide what vulnerable children need most—strong families.🤎

A child’s sense of self is fundamentally defined by who pursues them. Without active intervention, isolation can lead to a tragic trajectory of trauma, fear, and even incarceration. At Promise686, we refuse to let these children remain unseen. We help mobilize communities to change this narrative and actively pursue a future of stability, healing, and freedom. Thank you for running with us to turn hardship into restoration.

Happy Fourth of July🇺🇸 Today we celebrate the gift of freedom and the hope of belonging. As we gather with family and friends, we remember the children who are still waiting for the safety, love, and permanence of a family. Let’s use our freedom to fight for theirs.❤️

Pastors… this is just for YOU! As a pastor, you carry a tremendous responsibility. You nurture your flock, care deeply for your community, and long to see evidence of true gospel transformation. You desire to see the church move beyond your four walls, witness discipleship in action, and see lives changed. We want to help you do just that. Our desire is to partner with you in telling the story of how God (through His Church) is bringing the lonely and vulnerable into family. 🤍 Ready to see how your church can get involved? We’ve created a brand-new page “Just for Pastors.” Find it through the “Get Involved” page on our website now! Link in stories🔗

This is exactly why we do what we do. We love hearing firsthand accounts of how God is moving in FAMs across the country. One of our Implementers shared this incredible update from a recent launch—a beautiful reminder of what happens when communities wrap around vulnerable children and families! 🎉

Consistent monthly giving is what keeps our mission moving forward. At The 686 Concert this July, anyone who pledges a monthly gift of $6.86 or more will receive a custom 686 bandana as a thank-you for investing in children and families all year long.🤎

Save the date for the 13th annual Promise686 Fall Benefit! Together, we will share an unforgettable evening, celebrating hope, community, and life-changing stories from across the country. There are 3 ways you can be a part: - Gather community by hosting a table - Partner with us as an event sponsor - Invest in the mission by donating an experience Help us ensure every child has a place to call home. Invite your friends and get ready to secure your table! Together, we can help unlock a future of hope and flourishing for children in need.🖤🤍

“I think what a lot of families need to remember is that teenagers want to be kids, too.” Carmen reflects on her own story, sharing that when a child has spent years in survival mode, acting like an adult is often a necessity, not a choice. This can create a confusing dynamic for foster and adoptive parents who see a teenager switching between extreme independence and a deep, childlike need for care. Restoration happens in the small moments—the willingness to learn from one another and the choice to stay at the table when things get hard. This is the power of a family that refuses to give up.

To every dad who leads his family with the love of our Heavenly Father—thank you. Whether you are raising your own kids, stepping into the gap for a child in need, or supporting a family in crisis, you are showing the next generation what a safe, present, and faithful father looks like. Happy Father’s Day from Promise686! 🩵

Juneteenth marks a historic day of liberation and serves as a reminder that God’s heart has always been for the oppressed, the vulnerable, and those longing for freedom. Today, we celebrate freedom gained, honor the perseverance of generations past, and recommit ourselves to building communities where every child and family can experience hope, belonging, and opportunity. May we continue to reflect God’s justice, compassion, and love in all we do.❤️🕊️

We are excited to announce the official rebranding and expansion of National Hospitality Week into a new, year-long initiative called Care for Caseworkers! Visit the link in our bio to find out more about this initiative, as well as the We See You campaign—continuing to highlight a key week in October as a season of focused appreciation. Let’s care for those who take care of our most vulnerable children! 🩵💚🩷

Recently, we heard from Kerima and Ross Haynes, long-time supporters of Promise686, about why they love partnering with us. We are so incredibly thankful for their years of dedication, and for all of our donors who have grown alongside us through the seasons! 💚

“The idea that you see a child and you run after them is such an important thing.” Drawing from her own journey, Sydney shares a heartfelt perspective on how even one child’s “forever” is worth the fight—because it tells them they are worth being pursued. She reflects on how the simple act of being seen and understood by a family changes a child’s perspective, allowing them to grow up with the confidence to reach for a future they never thought possible.

We exist to fulfill God’s promise to “set the lonely in families” (Psalm 68:6). Through training, resources, and technology, we make it simple for churches to get involved in the lives of vulnerable children and families. Will you join us in our efforts to provide more children with safe, loving, forever families? Donate today at http://promise686.org/donate or visit our website to discover more ways to give!

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