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​​​​​​​​​​​​You Could Be the One to Change a Child's Life

A growing number of children are in need of foster care. Dangerous living conditions ​at home, financial problems, and even the lingering results of natural disasters are only a few reasons why more and more boys and girls across the country need a safe place to live.

Take the first step toward becoming a child's hero. For more information on how you can join Boys Town's Foster Family Services^® team, please complete the form below:

Basic requirements for becoming a Boys Town Foster Parent*:

• Must be 21 years old
• May be single or married
• Must be a high school graduate
• Must submit to a criminal background check
• Must be financially stable
• Must successfully complete the Boys Town Foster Family Services training program
• Must have adequate space for a child
• Must be able to provide quality care and supervision
• Must agree not to use physical discipline

* Other state and local requirements may apply.​