Christian Foster Care in Hillsborough County, Florida
Serving children and families in Tampa, Brandon, Riverview, Valrico, Plant City, and surrounding communities.
The need for foster families in Hillsborough County
Children in Hillsborough County enter foster care every day due to abuse, neglect, or family crisis. Many arrive suddenly, carrying uncertainty and loss, and in need of a safe place to land.
Hillsborough County consistently faces a shortage of licensed foster families. When homes are not available locally, children may be placed far from their schools, siblings, and familiar surroundings.
A Door of Hope exists to help Christian families step into this need with compassion, stability, and hope.
Cities and communities we serve in Hillsborough County
A Door of Hope serves children and families throughout Hillsborough County, including:
Tampa
Brandon
Riverview
Valrico
Plant City
Apollo Beach
Town ’n’ Country
Foster families across the county help ensure children can remain as connected as possible to their home communities.
Foster care needs unique to Hillsborough County
One of the greatest needs in Hillsborough County is for foster families willing to care for sibling groups and teenagers. These children are often the hardest to place, yet they benefit deeply from remaining together and staying close to their schools and communities.
Having foster families within Hillsborough County allows children to experience greater continuity during an already difficult transition.
How A Door of Hope supports foster families
Foster families in Hillsborough County receive personalized support throughout their foster care journey, including:
Faith-based training and licensing
Ongoing advocacy and encouragement
Trauma-informed education and resources
Practical support during placements and transitions
A connected community of Christian foster families
Our team partners closely with local child welfare systems and churches to ensure families feel supported, equipped, and encouraged.
How to get started as a foster parent in Hillsborough County
Taking the first step toward foster care is simple.
Attend a one-hour online foster care info session
Begin the licensing process with our team
Get matched with a child or sibling group in need
For churches in Hillsborough County
Local churches across Hillsborough County play a vital role in caring for vulnerable children. Whether through supporting foster families, encouraging members to step forward, or creating a culture of care, churches help make foster care sustainable.
If your church is located in Hillsborough County, we would love to partner with you.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to live in Hillsborough County to foster children here?
Foster parents are licensed in the county where they live, but may support children from surrounding areas.
Can single adults become foster parents?
Yes. Single adults are welcome to pursue foster parent licensing.
Do foster parents choose the age of children they foster?
Families can indicate preferences regarding age ranges and placement types.
Is foster care temporary?
Foster care is typically temporary, with the goal of reunification whenever possible.
Serving 11 Florida Counties
A Door of Hope licenses, trains, and supports Christian foster families across 11 counties in Florida:
View All Counties We Serve