The Foster Care Charity Providing Loving Homes for Children Since 1999
Here at FCC we are excited to be celebrating 25 years of fostering, helping care for the UK’s next generation of young people. At a time where one child enters the care system every fifteen minutes, now is the time for people to step forward and join us in doing something that will change lives – both their own and the children they care for.
Since 1999, FCC, formerly the Foster Care Co-operative has provided loving homes to over 1,300 children, many of whom have stayed with their foster families through to adulthood. This shows the impact and lifelong bond that can be created within fostering families. Impressively, the average length of time a child remains with their FCC foster carers is over three years (significantly higher than the national average), which gives children the stability, care and love they need. This is only possible because of the amazing team of staff and carers who are dedicated to giving children and young people the platform to succeed.
A Vision for the Future
Sumerjit (Sam) Ram, our CEO, shares her vision for the future: “As we celebrate our rich history, we are mindful of the sad fact that there are more children than ever in the care system, all looking for loving homes. To put it in some perspective, on average, 8 referrals per day were being received in 2008 and now we receive 310. We believe that every child has the right to experience a loving home and we remain committed to making that a reality for as many children as we can.”
The common feedback from FCC foster carers, is the extensive range of support they receive from the charity which sets it apart from many others. FCC must be doing something right as 35% of carers have been fostering with FCC for more than 10 years, with some fostering for over 15 years. One long-term carer said, “FCC has been there for us throughout our fostering journey. It’s rewarding to see children grow, knowing we’ve made a lasting difference.”
At FCC, our focus has always been on our children feeling part of a family and having a place that they can call their home. One of our children told FCC “I never knew what a real family was until I lived with my foster family”.
This is supported by the 2024 Ofsted report in which FCC received a ‘Good’ rating. OFSTED Inspectors said “Carers are committed to the children and the children have developed trusting and meaningful relationships with them as a result.”
If you can open your heart and open your homes to make a real difference to a child in need, please get in touch on 01684 892380. Why not read the testimonials of our carers, staff and children yourselves here on our foster carer stories page or check out our video stories on YouTube.
