Our Mission

Building Our Families empowers families through wraparound, trauma-informed supports that address physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs. By building trusting relationships and equipping families with lifelong skills, we strengthen the health and resilience of our entire community.

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Our Story

Founded in 2018 through the vision of Carol Weber and Living Word Church, Building Our Families began as a grassroots effort to support local families in crisis. A board of compassionate community members formed to lead the initiative, seeking support from area churches and organizations. Today, our board has grown—and we are actively inviting new members who share our passion for protecting children and strengthening families.

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What We Do

At Building Our Families (BOF), we believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, stable, and nurturing home. Our programs focus on strengthening families, preventing crises, and helping parents and children build resilience for the future.

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Our BOOST Program provides trauma-informed mentoring and coaching to families referred by trusted partners—such as local law enforcement, healthcare providers, schools, and Grant County Child Protection Services or self-referrals.

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Through individualized coaching, BOOST helps families:
✔️ Build emotional resilience
✔️ Understand and heal from life experiences
✔️ Set and achieve personal goals
✔️ Strengthen Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs)

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When paired with a BOOST Coach, families receive compassionate, expert support that empowers them to grow—on their own terms—with consistent guidance from trauma-informed adults. This early intervention prevents child welfare involvement and lays a foundation for long-term success.

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Why It Matters

Research shows that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can have lasting effects on a child’s mental, emotional, and physical health. According to the CDC, preventing ACEs depends on three key protective factors:

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🔹 Safety – Children need to feel secure and protected from harm.
🔹 Stability – Children thrive in consistent, predictable environments.
🔹 Nurturing – Children grow best when their emotional and developmental needs are met with care.

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At BOOST, these principles guide everything we do. By fostering safety, stability, and nurturing relationships, we help children and their families build strong foundations for healing, confidence, and resilience.

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Apply for Services

At Building Our Families, we make it simple to get started we’re here to walk alongside you.

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✅ No judgment
✅ Confidential support
✅ Practical help for your family

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Complete the form below to apply for services in Grant County, SD.