Families Rising Minnesota (FRMN) provides a statewide network of support services for adoptive, foster, and kinship care families. Support services are free and include 1:1 parenting support and education, online and in-person support groups, online peer-to-peer support, education support, and youth programming.
Support and resources for Minnesota families through SNAP and Medicaid disruptions
On November 1, 2025, SNAP food benefits will be suspended due to the ongoing government shutdown. This will affect more than 444,000 Minnesotans, including thousands of children and caregivers who rely on these benefits for daily meals.
Families are not alone – help is still available. We’ve compiled a list of community food pantries, meal programs, and free and low-cost health clinics across Minnesota. Share this information with families, advocates, and service providers.
Groups and Events
FRMN hosts many regular in-person and virtual support groups and other events for adoptive, foster, and kinship families. All groups and events are facilitated by experienced parents and/or professionals. Ongoing support groups can be found on the calendar. Pop-up groups, youth events, and other activities are regularly added to the calendar. Click on the link below to view and subscribe to our calendar.
Online Support
FRMN hosts a private Facebook support group that allows parents to share concerns and successes and offer support and advice to one another. All members must complete a survey. Click on the link below to request to join the group and to complete the survey.
Events
Calendar of Events
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Virtual support group for parents of teens and young adults. [...] |
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Virtual late night support for adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers. [...] |
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Caregivers carry so much. This monthly virtual lunchtime group offers [...] |
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Central Minnesota Breakfast Club is a monthly meetup to connect [...] |
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Virtual support group for LGBTQIA2S+ caregivers. Join our experienced parent [...] |
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Meet our Families Rising MN Staff
For more information about other permanency support services available in Minnesota, visit them HERE.
Families Rising MN is funded by the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families.
Annual Conference
Don’t miss our Families Rising Adoption and Foster Care Conference, tailored for adoptive, foster, and kinship parents, child welfare professionals, and those with lived experience in adoption and foster care. Join expert-led workshops to address diverse needs in this vital community.