As a church, we say “yes”.
“Yes” to permanence and belonging for children.
“Yes” to wrapping around these courageous kids and families.
“Yes” to fulfilling the very role God intended for the church.
We are not all called to foster or adopt. We are all called to care about vulnerable children. Through our Wrap Around ministry, Church of the City has the privilege of walking alongside foster and adoptive families in times of need and crisis.
Learn More
Are you considering fostering or adoption? We would love to answer any questions and point you in the right direction. Click below to email our team.
Current Foster Families
Whether new to COTC or new to the community, we would love to get to know you! Introduce us to your family and get connected with support and encouragement opportunities by completing the form below.
Volunteer With Us
Join a Wrap Team - Provide a meal, laundry support, or relief care for foster families.
Volunteer at the Wrap Around Closet - Join a weekly team at The Closet to help provide tangible needs to foster families.
Support DCS - Help support and encourage our Williamson County social workers.
Wrap Around Closet and The Village Shop
Foster families are invited to shop twice a year at no cost for all the children in their care. Shopping is available on Wednesdays at the Wrap Around Closet at COTC Spring Hill and Monday–Thursday at The Village Shop at COTC Franklin.
To schedule a shopping appointment, please contact our on-call team at (931) 215-3764.
Donations are accepted at The Village Center at Church of the City Franklin ONLY, Monday–Thursday from 10am–2pm.
Thank you for helping us care for children and families in our community!
Additional Support
Foster Support Group
Wrap Around invites you to “Foster Together” - a weekly support gathering for foster families. Join us for honest conversation, laughter, prayer and encouragement from other parents who have been where you are! Foster parenting is hard, but it does not have to be lonely.
Hearts Together
Hearts Together is a support group for adoptive moms, founded by Rainer Lowman. Rainer is a mom of two biological children, and mom of three more through international adoption. She desires to encourage other adoptive moms by sharing wisdom and experiences. This group meets once a month at Rainer’s home in Franklin. Satellite groups also meet in the greater Nashville area including Dickson, Murfreesboro, and Mt. Juliet.
Anchored Together
Anchored Together is a supportive community created specifically for single foster and adoptive parents. We understand the unique challenges and triumphs that come with parenting alone, and we’re here to walk alongside you.
Through monthly gatherings, shared experiences, and a network of encouragement, Anchored Together offers a safe space to connect, gain practical support, and build lasting relationships with others who truly understand the journey.
Need Additional Help?
Raising children who have experienced complex childhood trauma can be challenging. If you are a foster family experiencing a difficult season, let one of our team members come alongside you. Contact us by clicking below.
Wrap Around First Responders
The First Responders hotline is available to any foster family within Williamson County that has received a new foster placement. Our goal is to meet tangible needs, so foster parents can focus on supporting children through the emotional challenges of this huge life change. Our team can provide meals for two to three nights, alongside grocery staples, shoes, clothing, baby supplies, and more.
Call (629) 215-8444 so our team can help assess your family’s needs.
.avif)
