Introducing EverHope: A New Era for Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter

Introducing EverHope: A New Era for Northwest Arkansas Children's Shelter

Same mission. Same heart. Expanded care.

For more than 30 years, the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter has been a safe haven for children in crisis. Today, as EverHope, that same commitment continues — supporting children not just in emergencies, but through healing, education, foster care journey, and transition into adulthood.

The Shelter remains at the heart of who we are, and EverHope reflects our expanded continuum of care and our promise to walk with children and families  as long as they need us.

EverHope – Hope for children and families, at all times.

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EverHope

Hope should not be temporary.

Every child deserves more than a moment of safety; they deserve enduring hope that carries them through trauma and toward healing.

Your support allows us to provide 24/7 emergency care for hundreds of children who have experienced abuse, neglect, abandonment, or trauma. 

From the moment a child walks through our doors, they are wrapped in a quilt of care. We promise to walk with them every step of the way.

A child at EverHope Children's Shelter
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Our Continuum of Care

End-to-End Care and Resources for Children in Need

EverHope Children’s Shelter

Children who need immediate safety have access to our 24/7 residential programs that include: medical support, education, and counseling.

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EverHope Foster Care

Compassionate families can provide safe, stable homes for children in foster care with the help of our experts.

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EverHope School Project

Educators can partner with our trauma-response experts to foster resilience, connection, and positive learning environments for students and families.

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EverHope Path to Adulthood

(Exploration Stage)

Educators and community members can teach life skills to youth in foster care as they move to adulthood.

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Every child needs more than a moment of safety. They need long-term stability and lasting hope.

Whether you’re interested in becoming a foster parent, or wanting to learn how to become a volunteer with EverHope, we appreciate your interest to help children in need.

You can help transform a child’s moments of crisis into pathways of possibility.

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Our Community. Their future.

We’ve served over 13,000 children in need and counting.

With your help, we continue to offer the safety and stability children deserve — exactly when they need it most.

Help Children in Crisis

Donate

Your generosity powers meals, clothing, therapy, and safe shelter.

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Volunteer

Your time can make a child feel seen, valued, and cared for.

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Give In-Kind Items

From hygiene items to clothing, see our most-needed donations.

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Connect with Us

Children in foster care or at-risk youth need more than temporary shelter — they need hope. By supporting EverHope and our programs, you help provide:

  • Safe and loving homes for children in need

  • Educational support and life skills programs

  • Emotional and mental health counseling

  • Resources and training for foster families

Whether you donate, volunteer, or become a foster parent, you are making a lasting impact in a child’s life.

You don’t know her.

Yet – your support has helped her

Abigail endured 38 foster placements and serious medical neglect before arriving at EverHope. She was fearful and unsure of her worth.

With our consistent care, trauma-informed counseling, and community support, she healed, rebuilt trust, and rediscovered hope.

Thanks to your support, she is now thriving in a permanent, loving home. Abigail’s story is proof that your support truly changes lives.

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Abigail, a child served by EverHope

Join Us in Making a Difference

Hope starts here. Healing starts now.

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Contact EverHope

Whether you’re interested in foster care, volunteering, or donations, our team is here to help. Connect with us today and become part of a community that brings hope and healing to children in need.