Coyote Hill is committed to delivering measurable and sustainable impact within the foster care system in Central and Northeast Missouri. Our focus is on providing stable, nurturing environments for children and facilitating successful permanency outcomes. We believe in transparency and accountability, and we’re proud to share the data that demonstrates our effectiveness.

Strategic Growth and Community Engagement

Expanding Our Network: Over the past four years, Coyote Hill has strategically expanded its network, adding over 250 foster families to our community. This growth underscores our commitment to meeting the increasing need for quality foster care.

Significant Regional Presence: Coyote Hill maintains a substantial presence within our service areas, supporting 50% of foster parents in Columbia and 61% in Moberly. This concentration allows for focused, effective service delivery.

oUR SUPPORT FOR FOSTER FAMILIES

Our Commitment to Foster Family Support

We recognize that the success of our programs is contingent upon the strength and resilience of our foster families. Therefore, we prioritize:

Foster Family Retention: We employ strategies to ensure high retention rates among our foster families, fostering a supportive and sustainable care environment.

Comprehensive Training and Resources: Coyote Hill provides extensive training and resources to equip foster families with the necessary skills and support to effectively care for children with diverse needs.

Quantifiable Outcomes: Stability and Permanency

Enhanced Stability Metrics: A key performance indicator for Coyote Hill is the stability rate of children in our care. The industry average for placement changes is approximately every 150 days. Coyote Hill achieves an average placement duration of over 300 days, demonstrating a 2X improvement. This stability directly contributes to enhanced healing and improved permanency prospects.

Successful Permanency Achievements: In 2024, Coyote Hill facilitated permanency for 45 children through reunification, adoption, or guardianship. These outcomes reflect our dedication to providing children with lasting, secure family connections.

Comprehensive Care Provision: To date, Coyote Hill has provided safe, stable homes for 386 children, underscoring our capacity to address the critical needs of vulnerable youth.

Partnership Opportunities

We welcome partnerships with individuals, organizations, and corporations committed to supporting our mission. We offer opportunities to contribute through:

Coyote Hill’s data-driven approach and commitment to measurable outcomes demonstrate our effectiveness in providing stable, nurturing environments for children in foster care. We remain dedicated to our mission of facilitating positive change and fostering lasting permanency.

Our Impact