For Immediate Release
May 31, 2019
Contact: Kristin Wileman
Governor Noem Recognizes National Foster Family Appreciation Day
PIERRE, S.D. – In recognition of National Foster Family Appreciation Day, Governor Kristi Noem today highlighted the story of Frank and Beth Marnell, a foster family in Pierre.
YouTube: The Marnell’s Foster Care Story
“I’m proud of the ways the State is increasing awareness around the need for more foster families,” said Governor Noem. “The next generation of South Dakotans will not thrive if they don’t have a home, a healthy place to grow up, and a family to love them. I hope everyone who hears the Marnell’s story is inspired and compelled to be part of the life-changing journey of becoming a foster family.”
To learn more about becoming a foster family, visit fosterone.sd.gov.
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