We asked Holly Lincoln, our Board Vice President, a few questions to get to know her better.

What drew you to FAPAC? When did you start getting involved?

I started attending FAPAC trainings in 2017 as a new foster parent. FAPAC helped me meet other foster parents, learn new skills, and advocated for issues that were affecting my first three placements. Since we adopted our son in 2020, we have continued to foster. I started volunteering with FAPAC to give back to this important organization and help other resource families. I joined the board in 2022 and was just elected Vice President in October.

What do some of your responsibilities look like as Vice President?

In my new role as Board VP, I will serve as a back-up to Toni Jackson, the new Board President, in her duties. One of my focus areas is working on advocacy issues that affect families involved in the DC child welfare system – including systemic issues that resource parents raise, CFSA policies, and legislation at the local and national levels. I’ll also continue to help with fundraising and events… and anything else that comes up!

What other work are you involved in outside of FAPAC?

My day job is at the Department of Justice, in the Civil Rights Division.  

What has been one of your favorite memories/experiences with FAPAC?

The creation of the resource parent mentoring program is huge. Having strong peer connections helps resource parents in so many ways – mentors can answer newer resource parents’ questions in real time, teach them how to navigate the system, encourage them to advocate for resources, and offer support during the most difficult parts of fostering. All of that makes people better resource parents and really helps the kids in their care.  

I also loved meeting and hearing from the awardees at last year’s beautiful Gala – there are so many exceptional youth, inspiring birth and resource parents, and strong advocates working to help families affected by foster care.