May is National Foster Care Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and take meaningful action to support children and families in foster care. Thank you City of Austin Government and Council Member Ryan Alter for declaring May 22 as Foster Care Day. Learn more about SAFE's Foster & Adopt program at one of our orientation sessions: https://www.safeaustin.org/our-services/shelter-housing/foster-adopt/ (fb)

We are filled with gratitude after this week's 2025 Fore the Children Golf Tournament! This annual event brings together community leaders, partners, and advocates who share in our mission to stop abuse for everyone. Together, we raised over $145,000 to support SAFE’s vital services for children and families experiencing abuse and violence. We extend our heartfelt thanks to: • Our generous event sponsors: Sendero Homes, Service Lloyd's, PlainsCapital Bank, Chicago Title Austin, and JL Gray Construction • Our prize sponsors: Covert Bee Cave, Callaway Golf, Spanish Oaks Golf Club, The University of Texas Golf Club, Tito's Handmade Vodka • Covert Cadillac for providing an exciting hole-in-one opportunity • Kensington Asset Management for keeping our players hydrated • Deputy Constable Shelby and Lydia from the Travis County Constable’s Office, for volunteering onsite • Our dedicated SAFE staff and volunteers • And the incredible team at Spanish Oaks Golf Club, especially David von Hoffmann and Jennifer Elbel, for hosting us with such care and excellence Thank you for standing with us. See all the photos from the event: https://www.flickr.com/photos/safeatx/albums/72177720325973319/ (fb)