About Us

Better futures for children.

Grounded in the belief that families thrive when supported, WMPC advances strategies that strengthen family preservation, support reunification, and promote kin-first solutions—helping children remain safely connected to family and community whenever possible.

Our Vision

A community of safety, belonging, resiliency, and hope where children and families flourish.

Our Mission

Empowering communities to create better futures for children and families through innovation and collaboration.

Our Work

Transparency, accountability, and community voice guide WMPC’s work as we stand alongside those most impacted to shape better futures for children and families in Kent County.

2024-25 Strategic Plan

For the next fiscal year, we have developed a strategic plan with 4 specific goals that will benefit our partner organizations, families, and children in our programs.

Our Values

Accountable

Take ownership and follow through.

Data Driven

Utilize evidence to initiate change.

Innovative

Boldly advance child welfare through creative initiatives.

Tireless Collaboration

Engage with our community to cultivate unique strengths and diverse perspectives.

Trauma Informed

Look through the lens of those we serve.

Social Justice

Build equity through racial and social justice.

Our Programs

Enhanced Foster Care (EFC) is a community-based service designed to ensure the permanency and stability of youth with acute behavioral and emotional concerns. EFC includes a range of services aimed at cost-effectively caring for children in family settings rather than 24-hour supervised group care, such as Child Caring Institutions (CCI).

develop skills and communication
individual approach to unique needs
emphasize relationships
becoming certified in sanctuary

Trauma Informed Care

Collaboration is in our DNA

West Michigan Partnership for Children started in 2017 out of a long-term collaboration between: 

  • dedicated professionals, community leaders,
  • 5 private foster care agency partners,
  • the Kent County Administrator’s Office,
  • Michigan Child Welfare Partnership Council,
  • and legislators.

Improving Outcomes for the Future

2024-25 Strategic Plan

For the next fiscal year, we have developed a strategic plan with 4 specific goals that will benefit our partner organizations, families, and children in our programs.

Goal 1

Foster a culture of belonging to enhance family and child outcomes.

Goal 2

Ensure long-term financial viability through revenue diversification, prudent financial management, and intentional investment back into the community.

Goal 3

Enhance data systems and accountability to strengthen collective impact and transparency.

Goal 4

Elevate the visibility and awareness of WMPC's impact.

Court Ruling Updates on WMPC’s Foster Care Model