May is National Foster Care Month

Incredibly, there are currently more than 8,000 children in foster care in the state of New Jersey (Source: U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families). Sadly, most have been removed from their parents' care because of abuse and neglect. The month of May celebrates the extraordinary people who open their homes and hearts to foster children and provide desperately needed love, structure and guidance.

Several of the foster parents with Children's Aid and Family Services are featured on www.cafsnj.org and talk about their experiences. They are making an amazing difference. You can too! To hear them, visit www.cafsnj.org. Call 201-226-0300 or 973-762-5887 to speak to our recruitment specialist.

Get a Professional Portrait and Help Vulnerable Children

Perfect for Mother's Day, communions and graduations, and other special celebrations, Teaneck, NJ-based photographer Lyn Ofrane is offering a special photo package to benefit Children's Aid and Family Services. Ms. Ofrane specializes in children's and family portraits and is a member of the Professional Photographers of America.

For a limited time, if you make a $75 contribution to Children's Aid and Family Services, you will receive a studio session and a complimentary 8" x 10" portrait. This is a $225 value! For full details, visit www.cafsnj.org.

For more information, call the Development Office at 201.261.2800.

The Barclays

There are still volunteer opportunities available at this year's Barclays Classic PGA Tournament at Ridgewood Country Club in Paramus from August 24 - 29, 2010. Once again, the agency will be a main beneficiary of proceeds from the tournament and we need your help to help us raise funds for the vulnerable children and families we serve. Some of the fun and exciting ways you can get involved include measuring shots on the green in the middle of the action, helping the local and international press in the media center or greeting corporate guests.

Each volunteer will receive a shirt, hat, volunteer badge which is valid for entry to the tournament for the entire week, guest entry passes, volunteer parking pass, lunch the days you work and admission to the Volunteer Appreciation Party. To sign up, visit http://barclaysvolunteers.pgatourhq.com or contact Karen Winick at 201.261.2800 x222.

Tickets Fore Charity

Purchase your tickets to the PGA Tour's prestigious The Barclays Classic golf tournament through Tickets Fore Charity and Children's Aid and Family Services will receive 75% of the net profits. What's more, order a weekly grounds pass, which includes one ticket for each day of the tournament, by June 30 and pay just $50, which is 50% off the regular price.

Come see the top 125 golfers compete August 24 - 29, 2010 at stately Ridgewood Country Club in Paramus, NJ. Visit www.buytfc.com and enter promotional code TBICFZ to order your pass.