Washington State Foster Care and Child Welfare Updates | November 2025

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To limit the emails you receive about projects in the foster care and child welfare space, DCYF put together all the updates in this monthly round up. 

Positive Indian Parenting: Request for Qualifications and Quotations

DCYF is excited to announce a funding opportunity to provide Positive Indian Parenting (PIP) services. The agency is seeking bids from Federally Recognized Tribes, Recognized American Indian Organizations (RAIOs), and other Native Serving Organizations. DCYF anticipates awarding five to 10 contracts, valued at approximately $100,000 per contract, for one year, with the opportunity for continued funding.

The Request for Qualifications and Quotations (RFQQ) is open until Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at 2 p.m. Pacific Time.

Tribal Community-Based Pathway Listening Sessions

DCYF wants to learn from tribal communities about the supports you need, what’s working well, and how we can honor Tribal culture and traditions when offering family supports. Your voice will help shape how these supports are designed and delivered.

Food will be provided for all attendees. Participants with lived experience in family support or child welfare services will receive a $90 gift card for their time. Tribal Elders, parents, caregivers, service providers, and community members are invited to attend one of the following sessions.

Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Community Gathering
Dec. 8, 2025 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Tribal Kitchen
31912 Little Boston Road NE, Kingston, WA 98346
Register Today

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