IFAPA - A Resource for Iowa’s Foster, Adoptive & Kinship Families
The Iowa Foster and Adoptive Parents Association is a non-profit organization serving as a resource to foster, adoptive and kinship families in Iowa. Membership with IFAPA is free for Iowa's foster, adoptive and kinship families. IFAPA provides training, peer support and resources to promote safety, permanency and well-being for Iowa’s children. Read more.
SATURDAY, MAY 1 - DES MOINES, IA
The "Stride for Foster Care" is a 2-mile walk benefitting the Iowa Foster and Adoptive Parents Association (IFAPA) & the Iowa Friends of Foster Children Foundation. This family-friendly event will take place the morning of Saturday, May 1, 2010 in Des Moines. Online walker registration coming soon! Learn More »
Help Sponsor the Stride for
Foster Care Walk Event
Current News
Attend IFAPA's Legislative Breakfast
This year Iowa faces a record budget shortfall. Iowa legislators will face a daunting task to try and provide services to so many in need with such limited funding. Children in the child welfare system are some of the most vulnerable children in Iowa. IFAPA will continue to work to be a voice for children and families, but we need your help. It is imperative that IFAPA members keep their legislators informed on the issues facing children in their care. Please attend our Legislative Breakfast on Tuesday, February 16 from 7am to 9am at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines.
RSVP for the Legislative Breakfast
View Legislative Tips from IFAPA
View a Sample Letter to Write to a Legislator
Find Your Federal and State Legislators
View Additional Legislative Resources
Tax Guide for Foster / Adoptive & Kinship Parents
The Federal Tax Benefit Guide for Foster and Adoptive Parents and Kinship Caregivers is now available from the National Foster Parent Association. This guide includes important tax information needed for the 2009 tax year. VIEW 2009 TAX GUIDE - Please note: if you have additional tax questions, please contact your tax advisor. IFAPA staff cannot give personal tax advice to families.
