Foster Care Fortnight 2025 – The Power of Relationships

Foster Care Fortnight 2025 Has Officially Begun!
A two-week celebration of connection, care and community – join us in recognising “The Power of Relationships.”

We’re proud to kick off Foster Care Fortnight 2025, taking place from Monday 12th to Sunday 25th May, a nationwide campaign led by The Fostering Network. This year’s theme, “The Power of Relationships” reflects the deep, lasting bonds that Foster Carers build with children and young people in their care and the incredible relationship our team have with our Foster Carers.

Our Foster Carers play a vital role in giving children and young people the positive, supportive start they deserve. This fortnight is our opportunity to not only raise awareness of the need for more carers, but also to celebrate the dedication, love and stability they provide.

Whether you’re considering fostering, want to support your community by becoming a Fostering Friendly Employer, or are simply curious to learn more, we’d love to see you at one of our events. Below is our full schedule, listed by date, with key details on how to get involved.

🗓 What’s Happening – Our Full Schedule (In Date Order)

📅 Monday 12th May

• Whiteley Shopping Centre Stall –

• 🎉 Competition Launch: Win a Nintendo Switch – follow us on Facebook and Instagram for entry details.

📅 Friday 16th May

• Whiteley Shopping Centre Stall

📅 Monday 19th May

• Sainsbury’s Hedge End Stall

📅 Tuesday 20th May

• Sainsbury’s Hedge End Stall
• 5pm: Café Drop-In at Lakeside North Harbour
Drop in for a relaxed chat at the Lakeside café. Our team will be on hand to talk about fostering, the Fostering Friendly Employers scheme and the vacancies available in all our Fair Ways services.

📅 Wednesday 21st May

• Lakeside North Harbour – Interactive Fostering Walk
Join us for a reflective walk around the lake, where you can meet Foster Carers and our Senior Leadership, hear real stories, and experience the spirit of “The Power of Relationships” in action.
➤ A map will be included below, and our staff will be there to greet and point you in the right direction at the front of the main building.

📅 Thursday 22nd May

• Drop-In at The Boat House Café, Swanwick
Enjoy the relaxing marina setting and take time to speak with our team about what fostering involves. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re actively thinking about fostering or just curious on your coffee break.

📅 Friday 23rd May

• Tesco Whiteley Stall – our final stop of the fortnight!
• 🎉 Competition Winner Announced – one lucky person will walk away with a Nintendo Switch! Make sure you’re following us on social media to learn how to enter.

🤝 Join the Conversation – Celebrate the Power of Relationships

Our Café Drop-In Sessions and Fostering Walk are open to all and designed to bring people together. We believe that relationships are at the heart of successful fostering, between carers and children, professionals and families, and within our wider community.

Come and meet the people behind the stories. Hear what it’s like to foster. Ask the questions you’ve always wondered about. Or just come along to show your support for the incredible work our foster carers do.

🏙️ Portsmouth Businesses – Help Put Your City on the Map

This Foster Care Fortnight, we’re also encouraging local businesses in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas to become Fostering Friendly Employers. By joining scheme, you’ll help support employees who foster and show your commitment to strengthening families and communities.

Fair Ways will support you at every step, from signing up to implementing simple, flexible policies.
👉 Find out more here

📌 Event Schedule & Maps Below

Check out the image below for our full two-week event schedule and details for the Fostering Walk. Let’s make this fortnight one to remember.

Together, let’s celebrate the power of fostering, the power of connection, and The Power of Relationships.