Progress to see children cared for in families has been steady, as international commitments to phase out institutional care increase, governments amend their laws and policies, donors redirect funds, and organizations around the world prioritize seeing children cared for in families. As momentum increases, efforts must expand beyond raising awareness and dive deeper into providing and supporting quality and sustainable family-based care.

This guidance has been created for Christian individuals, ministries, and organizations who recognize the importance of supporting orphaned and vulnerable children in families and are searching for the best ways to engage. Readers will learn how to maximize their impact; leveraging resources and efforts to make long-term, sustainable, and positive changes for orphaned and vulnerable children.