The Kids at Heart program began in 2002 when the congregation of Heart of the Rockies Christian Church shared in the experiences of one of the families going through the foster-to-adopt process and discovered the unmet needs of the adoption and foster community. Often these families have little social support while they work to heal the damage the children have experienced.  This is due to both the restrictions of the foster care system and the difficulty in finding qualified care providers for their children who often have troubled backgrounds.

The most visible work of Kids at Heart is Fundango. Fundango is a respite program for all children of Foster and Adoptive parents in Larimer County. Screened and trained volunteers lead groups through stations like crafts, snack and games.  While we are playing, parents have an opportunity to take a break from parenting.  Parents pick up their children after the program feeling refreshed and energized.