- About Us
Overview
KVC Missouri is a nonprofit team that’s passionate about strengthening families, preventing child abuse and neglect, and helping people achieve mental wellness. Learn about KVC Missouri.
- Services
At KVC, we want every child and adult to be safe & connected to a strong family and a healthy community. We’re proud to be a leader in innovative, effective and compassionate care. See our services and programs overview.
- Locations
Locations Across Missouri
KVC offers Missouri’s most comprehensive continuum of care with family strengthening services, foster care case management, foster parent training and licensing, children’s mental health treatment, K-12 therapeutic education and more.
Get Connected
- Get Involved
Your Help Matters
There are many ways you can help make a positive impact on a child’s life.
How You Can Get Involved
- Events
Events
KVC Missouri provides a robust offering of trainings and community outreach events to support the needs of children and families across the state.
- Resources
KVC Missouri Resources
Our free resources help you stay informed and educated about mental health, brain development and childhood trauma as well as how KVC Missouri is working toward building healthier communities.
South Central Region Foster Parent Appreciation BBQ
August 8 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

A Special Day to Celebrate Our Foster Parents!
Join us for the South Central Region Foster Parent Appreciation BBQ at Roubidoux Park (Pavilion #3) on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. This free, family-friendly gathering is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the incredible foster parents who provide support, care and encouragement to youth every day.
We’re planning a fun and relaxing day filled with:
- Delicious BBQ
- Fun playground activities and a water splash pad
- Basket raffles
- Time to connect with other foster parents
We hope you and your family will join us for a meaningful day of appreciation, fun and community!







