Central Missouri Foster Care & Adoption Association

Rooted Family Conference
2026-08-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | The Cove at Lodge of the Four Seasons, Osage Beach
CMFCAA’s Rooted Family Conference wraps up with breakfast, announcements, the Parade of Colors, door prize giveaways and lunch.
All participants for this year’s conference have already been selected, and there are no openings available.
Rooted was created to help families feel informed, encouraged and strengthened for the journey ahead.

Creating a Village - Virtual Support Group
2026-08-18 19:00 - 20:00

Caregiver Training Class l Virtual
2026-08-20 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-11 09:00 - 16:00
Have a established relationship with a child? take our caregiver class! this 9 hour certified state mandated training for kinship/relative resource providers helps individuals gain practical tools and guidance to meet the unique needs of a child while navigating the child welfare system
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

Dallas County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-20 10:30 - 14:30 | Dallas County Park, 1600 N. Hickory, Buffalo, MO, 65622, United States
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Dallas County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families are invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
This stop will be held from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at Dallas Community Park, 1600 N. Hickory in Buffalo.

Spaulding Training l Virtual
2026-08-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 14:00
Ready to move from foster care to adoption? attend our 12 hour certified , state-mandated training for prospective adoptive parents. for foster parents ready to take the next step into adoption, we provide the specialized training to guide you through the permanency process.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com

(MO C.A.R.E Training certificate to attend this training)

CPR/FA Training Class l Jeff City
2026-08-22 09:00 - 16:00 | CMFCAA HQ, 1704 Christy Ct, Jefferson City, 65101
One session of our 6-hour certified first aid, AED and CPR training, where participants will help build safety skills that every caregiver needs!
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

Advocacy Self-Care Day: Financial Wellness
2026-08-22 14:00 - 16:00 | CMFCAA HQ, 1704 Christy Ct, Jefferson City, 65101
Join our Advocacy department as we continue the “Year of Self-Care”. This Month we will continue caring for ourselves by caring for our finances! For more information, refer to the flyer below!

Laclede County Traveling Trunk
2026-08-25 10:30 - 14:30 | Boswell Park, 51 Drury Lane, Lebanon, MO, United States
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Laclede County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families are invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
This stop will be held from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, at Boswell Park, 51 Drury Lane in Lebanon.

Traveling Trunk - Laclede County
2026-08-25 10:30 - 14:30 | Boswell Park, 51 Drury Lane, Lebanon, MO, United States
The Traveling Trunk is on the road!

Foster, adoptive and kinship families are invited to stop by and shop for free clothing, shoes, and other essentials at CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk.

TBRI Training l Virtiual
2026-08-25 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-27 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-01 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-03 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-08 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-10 17:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-17 17:30 - 20:30
Want to grow your parenting toolbox? Join us for a 21-hour course all about our transformative trauma-response approach that equips caregivers with connection based strategies to support healing and regulation.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com

Info Session - Online
2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-08 18:00 - 19:00
Our 1-hour info session will give you insight into what it’s like to be a foster parent in Missouri! We’ll discuss factors to help you decide whether or not now is the right time to open your home to youth in need. We’ll break down stereotypes, debunk misconceptions, and consider how expectations about foster parenting compare to reality.
To sign up or learn more, email StaceyAustin@cmfcaa.com.

CPR/FA Training Class l Osage Beach
2026-08-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association Osage Beach Office, 4427 Osage Beach Pkwy N,, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States

CMFCAA Homecoming dress pop up shop
2026-08-29 10:00 - 14:00 | CMFCAA’s Warehouse, 10 Enterprise Dr., Eldon, MO, 65020, United States
Saturday, August 29, 202610:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: CMFCAA’s Warehouse, 10 Enterprise Dr., Eldon, MO 65020

About This Event: Join us for a fun-filled day! Youth can come try on and select their perfect homecoming dress to take home. Treat yourself at on-site food trucks and visit our free mock hair and makeup styling stations to get fully inspired for homecoming!

Cost: FREE for foster, adoptive, and kinship families

For questions, contact Julie Fish at JulieFish@cmfcaa.com.

Cooper County Traveling Trunk
2026-09-03 | Boonville
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Cooper County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families will be invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
More details, including the exact time and location in Boonville, will be shared as they are confirmed.

Traveling Trunk - Cooper County
2026-09-03 10:30 - 14:30 | Rolling Hills Park, Softball Complex, 951 W Ashley Road, Boonville, MO, United States

Audrain County Traveling Trunk
2026-09-10 | Mexico
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Audrain County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families will be invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
More details, including the exact time and location in Mexico, will be shared as they are confirmed.

Traveling Trunk - Audrain County
2026-09-10 10:30 - 14:30 | Tractor Supply, 3001 S Clark Street, Mexico, MO, United States

CMFCAA Afternoon Tea
2026-09-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Memory Lane Events, 78 Walnut Grove Road, Eldon, MO, United States
Spend an afternoon slowing down, connecting with others and supporting children and families across central Missouri.
The CMFCAA Afternoon Tea will bring together community members, supporters and friends for tea, refreshments, meaningful conversation and shared support for foster, adoptive and kinship children, youth and families.
Guests will enjoy a traditional tea menu, view artwork created by youth and families served by CMFCAA, watch a live painting by SIXONE ARTS and have the opportunity to take part in a hat contest.
Fundraisers like the Afternoon Tea help CMFCAA continue providing essential services and support for families throughout our 24-county service area.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at https://mofosteradopt.com/teaparty/.

Howard County Traveling Trunk
2026-09-15 | Fayette
CMFCAA’s Traveling Trunk is coming to Howard County.
The Traveling Trunk brings free clothing, shoes, hygiene items and other essentials to families in the communities where they live. Families will be invited to stop by, shop and connect with support closer to home.
More details, including the exact time and location in Fayette, will be shared as they are confirmed.

Traveling Trunk - Howard County
2026-09-15 10:30 - 14:30 | C&R Mart, 600 S Church St,, Fayette, MO, United States

Creating a Village Virtual Group - Advocacy (Evening)
2026-09-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Online
We know it takes a village to raise a child, so let us help you develop your community!
More details in the flyer below
