Our Mission

At Four Oaks our mission is to recruit and retain stable, nurturing, and diverse foster and adoptive families to keep children safe from further trauma and assist them in their transition to permanency. We are, however, not a child placement agency. We are here to help and support you along the way!

Four Oaks Now Manages All Service Areas of Iowa

Interested in fostering or adopting a child?

Becoming a foster or adoptive parent is full of rewards and challenges. We know you have lots of questions, and we’re excited to help you answer them! Here you’ll learn about kids in foster care, the licensing process, your support team and how to get started.

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Western Area Northern Area Eastern Area Cedar Rapids Area Des Moines Area

Meet Our Kids

MEET ALL OF OUR KIDS

Ways to Support

Even if you aren’t ready to become a foster or adoptive parent, there are many ways you can support Iowa children and families! Learn more about how to raise awareness, volunteer, or make a donation.

LEARN HOW YOU CAN HELP

News & Updates

DHS now called HHS

August 22nd, 2022|

The Iowa Departments of Public Health (IDPH) and Human Services (DHS) are becoming one, single, department. IDPH and DHS will fully transition into the Iowa [...]

988

August 22nd, 2022|

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announces the launch of 988, The National Suicide Prevention Line (NSPL) three-digit number to call for [...]

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