We aim to help foster parents and foster children

Advocacy for Foster Children, Inc. (AFC) is a non-profit organization founded in July 2015 by R. Michael and Carol McMahon. Its primary purpose is to provide advocacy for children in foster care and offer support services to foster parents.

Key details about AFC:

• Mission: To help address the shortage of foster homes in Georgia by providing support to new and current foster parents.

• Services: AFC offers recruitment, training, information, referrals, and networking opportunities.

• Inspiration: The founders were motivated by their personal experience as foster grandparents, recognizing the need for more support within the system.

• Impact: Since its founding, AFC has become a valuable resource for the Georgia Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS), helping with the recruitment and retention of foster parents.