FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 12, 2026

HumanKind Foster Care Hosts Trunk or Treat in Lynchburg

Lynchburg, VA — HumanKind Foster Care is thrilled to announce the return of its annual Trunk or Treat event for a third year. This free, family-friendly event will be on Saturday, October 31, 2-4 p.m., at HumanKind Main Campus, 1903 HumanKind Way.

This exciting community celebration is designed with children and families in mind, featuring a spectacular lineup of decorated trunks, a free hayride, family photo booth, food trucks, and outdoor games. The event aims to raise awareness about the urgent need for foster families in the region while offering a fun-filled event for all ages.

Event highlights:

· Creative candy collection – Families can weave through elaborately decorated vehicles while collecting plenty of yummy treats.

· Free hayrides – Experience the picturesque scenery of the HumanKind campus during the beautiful fall season in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

· Free family photo booth – Capture a special family moment while showing off your favorite costumes.

“It’s always so fun to bring the community together to celebrate kids, kindness, and the power of family,” said Jamie Creasy, Executive Director for HumanKind Foster Care. “Our events are not only about fun — it’s about building awareness and support for the children in our care.”

Admission is free, and all are welcome. Those interested in attending can RSVP at this link: https://linktr.ee/humankindfostercare

Join us for a day of joy, hope, fun and family — and help make a difference in the lives of Virginia’s foster children.

About HumanKind

HumanKind, a Virginia-based nonprofit, is dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening families through compassionate, wraparound support. With a legacy of service dating back to 1903, HumanKind offers a range of community-based programs — including foster care, Early Head Start, parental education, financial coaching, and

fair-interest vehicle loans. HumanKind meets people where they are to build stability and remove barriers to opportunity.

Driven by the belief that kindness can catalyze change, HumanKind’s mission is to ensure every person we serve has the tools and support to thrive. Learn more or get involved at www.humankind.org.

About HumanKind Foster Care

HumanKind’s history in providing care for children sets us apart and is the driving force behind our commitment to quality care. Founded in 1903 as an orphanage, our organization has evolved to meet the needs of children and families in our community today. HumanKind’s statewide foster care network trains and supports parents to care for children and teens. In 2025, 238 children received 24-hour care in the homes of loving, specially trained foster parents.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Graycen Hurt

Recruitment & Training Manager, Foster Care

Cell: (434) 316-3261

ghurt@humankind.org

Donna Dunn

Director of Communication, HumanKind

434-384-3131 ext. 3655

ddunn@humankind.org