At Communities for People, we believe foster parents should never feel like they are doing this alone. We take the time to truly know our families so we can create thoughtful, lasting matches and provide the support needed for both youth and caregivers to thrive. Many of our foster parents have been with CFP for years — even decades — because of the strong sense of partnership and community built along the way.
Getting support through CFP's FCCP program in RI. How it works? We are with you every step of the way!
We are delighted to share our 2025 Annual Report, which highlights our progress and growth over the past year. At Communities for People (CFP), our dedication to serving youth and families in need has led us to Expand Our Reach and Deepen Our Impact across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, touching more lives than ever before.
NFL star and New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry, together with sneaker retailer Sneaker Junkies, hosted a back-to-school sneaker giveaway for youth in foster care supported by Communities for People (CFP) in Pawtucket, RI on Aug 26, 2025.. "To be able to...
Letter to Editor: Thank you for highlighting the staffing crisis in health and human services (“Tragedies highlight caregiver shortages,” Editorial, July 21). At Communities for People, which supports youth and families in foster care across Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we see every day how workforce shortages jeopardize safety, stability, and care.
My name is Lulabel. I'm from Boston. Having been raised in Roxbury, I deeply value our community and enjoy spending time outdoors. Before entering the workforce, I connected with friends, family, and the Department of Children and Families to explore job programs for...
We had an unforgettable day in honor of National Foster Care Month at our Bikes giveaway event! Thanks to UnitedHealthcare, Hunter Henry, the New England Patriots, and Guardian Bikes, over 50 kids in foster care received brand-new bikes, helmets, and accessories -...
Patriots’ tight end Hunter Henry stepping up at Gillette Stadium to help hand out dozens of bikes to children in foster care.
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