Tribal Oak Tree Foster Family Agency

Organization Description

A Native non-profit organization that strengthens the future advancement of Native American and Alaska Native individuals, supporting families and Tribes by providing social services and programs to meet the growing needs of Native American Communities.

Program Information

We are a licensed Foster Family Agency; State incorporated Non-profit organization and an IRS non-profit 501c3. TOT serves American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) male and female ages 0-17 and non- minor dependents up to age 18 to complete high school or GED program. TOT is designed to provide AI/AN youth a safe and culturally relevant home that will nurture their growth as individuals and Tribal/community members. TOT will actively recruit, train and certify qualified AI/AN families as resource parents to assist counties to comply with the federal law (ICWA). TOT intends to recruit families by meeting with local Tribes, collaborating with AI/AN service providers in the surrounding service areas in addition to active and ongoing engagement with cultural activities and ceremonies. Support and input will be sought from area Tribes and AI/AN service providers and organizations. AI/AN Resource Families will be approved to foster, provide kinship, guardianship and/or adoption of AI/AN foster children. 

Health & Safety
Additional requirements and/or considerations
  • Background Check (e.g. fingerprinting/livescan, driving record)
  • Able to do home visits
  • Own car with evidence of insurance
Address 
4616 El Camino Avenue, Ste B
Sacramento, CA 95821
United States
Website:
https://www.tribaloaktree.org/
Program(s) 
Social Work
Organization type 
Human, Social, or Employment Services (Nonprofit)
Focus Population(s)
Adopted/Foster Youth or Young Adults, Children/Youth, Families
Focus Area(s)
Advocacy and Human Rights, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice