Julie DeMar, Chief Program Officer
Julie DeMar, Chief Program Officer, has been with ChildNet since April 2018 and brings to ChildNet over 20 years of experience in child welfare. In her role as Chief Program Officer, Julie oversees all the case management functions, adoptions, independent living services, intake and placement,…
Joseph Mbwambo, Information Technology
Joseph Mbwambo is a seasoned technology leader with over a decade of experience in both on-premises and cloud-based systems.
Currently serving at ChildNet as the Information Technology Officer, he has successfully led numerous IT initiatives, demonstrating a strong commitment to enhancing…
Joining Our Network
DOING BUSINESS WITH CHILDNET
As ChildNet pursues its mission to protect abused, abandoned and neglected children in the communities we serve, we welcome the opportunity to work and partner with organizations and groups to better serve Broward and Palm Beach counties' most needy children and…
Jason Tracey, Chief Legal Officer
Jason Tracey comes to us with a considerable amount of experience in both the private and public sectors. Jason oversees and leads the legal department and serves as the Chief Legal Officer providing direction on all major legal and regulatory issues. Additionally, Jason facilitates corporate…
How to Help
Contact the Community Relations Department by phone at (Palm Beach) 561.352.2500 or Broward 954-414-6000 or via email at communityrelations@childnet.us with questions about how you can support the children and families served by ChildNet.
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Holiday Toy Drive
To receive a wish list for a specific child or children please email communityrelations@childnet.us. Unable to host a toy drive or purchase a gift? You can still make an impact on one or more children and teens in foster care by making a secure, tax-deductible donation…
Holiday Drive
Help make holiday wishes come true for children and teens in foster care!
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Great Charity Challenge
We are thrilled to announce that we have been selected to participate in the 2024 Great Charity Challenge! This annual event, spanning 15 years, has been instrumental in distributing over $19.8 million to more than 318 non-profit organizations in Palm Beach County.
From Foster Care to Social Worker-One woman's story
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FOSTERING MYTHS
Discover the Facts About Foster PARENTING
There are many myths, misconceptions, and mistaken ideas about foster parenting. Please keep these facts in mind as you consider granting a local child’s wish for a loving foster home…
Fostering FAQs
Frequently asked questions about foster parenting
If you are considering becoming a foster parent, chances are that you have a lot of questions. We have prepared this list of common questions about foster parenting and foster kids to help. If you have additional questions, please call ChildNet's…
Forever Family Sheriff Foundation of Broward County Special
Beautiful foster families were featured here on an NBC 6 special, click to see the video!
Forever Family: Care for Kids Mixer Childnet
Our Forever Family partners at Childnet gathered recently in Fort Lauderdale to recognize some of the leading forces advocating for our children and youth in foster care, as well as provide a platform for some youth in the system to acknowledge how much their support has meant to them.
