Every year, CK Family Services partners with generous donors and sponsors to provide Christmas gifts for children in foster care. Our Christmas Wish program brings together businesses, churches, community groups and individuals around something simple and personal: choosing a gift that a child will love.
You don’t have to plan an expensive outing or navigate a crowded festival to enjoy a little fall carnival fun. With a few household supplies and some imagination, you can create your own right in the backyard. Invite a few neighbors, set out some snacks and let the games begin!
Every town has a story, and you do not have to travel far to begin uncovering it. A historic downtown, old courthouse, cemetery, train depot or local museum can become the setting for your family’s next adventure.
An adventure doesn’t always require a long drive or an expensive ticket. Sometimes, it begins with a few dollars, a little imagination and a trip to a local thrift store.
Give each child a small budget and invite them to hunt for a particular kind of treasure. Who can find the funniest mug, the most unusual decoration or a book the family can read together? Older children might search for clothing that fits their personal style, while younger children could look for craft supplies, puzzles or toys with plenty of life left in them.
Hundreds of vehicles, proud car owners, and community members filled two neighboring Frisco venues for the 6th Annual Frisco Charity Car Show. With its biggest turnout yet, the event raised more money than ever to support the children and families served by CK Family Services.
The start of a new school year can bring excitement, anticipation, and plenty of uncertainty. New teachers, classmates, schedules, expectations, and routines can feel like a lot to take in, especially for children who have experienced other changes in their lives.
Rather than expecting everything to fall into place on the first day, think of the first month of school as an adjustment period. With preparation, patience, and support, families can help children gradually settle into a rhythm that feels safe and manageable.
July sits right in the middle of summer like the cream in an Oreo: sweet, a little messy, and best enjoyed before it disappears.
A museum visit can open the door to discovery, creativity, and connection and foster a life-long love of learning. Whether children are exploring dinosaurs, airplanes, art, gardens, history, or hands-on science, museums give families a chance to learn together in a fun and memorable way.
Each Fourth of July, families across the country gather for cookouts, parades, fireworks, and time together. For many children, the day is full of excitement: bright colors, waving flags, red-white-and-blue treats, and staying up late to watch the sky light up. This year carries even more significance as our nation recognizes the United States Semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It is a milestone worth noticing, not just with celebration, but with reflection.
Juneteenth, observed on June 19, commemorates the day in 1865 when news of freedom finally reached enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. The holiday marks the end of slavery in the United States and serves as a time to reflect on our nation's history, celebrate African American culture and achievements, and continue pursuing unity, understanding, and equality for all.