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Circle of Care said it took in about 27 foster families and four workers after another agency's Oklahoma closure
Circle of Care announced that approximately 27 foster families and four child-welfare professionals were transitioning to its Oklahoma network following the closure of Saint Francis Ministries' Oklahoma operations. The charity said the transfer was intended to preserve support and familiar professional relationships for foster families and children in the Oklahoma City and Tulsa areas.
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Donor relevance
Why this matters
The transition expands Circle of Care's foster-home network while helping prevent service disruption after another provider's exit. It also creates additional case-management, staffing and financial responsibilities that donors may want to track.
Attribution
Who reported or established this
The numbers, circumstances and continuity claims were reported by Circle of Care President and CEO Keith Howard in an official organizational announcement.
Evidence limits
What remains unverified
No Halo has not independently confirmed the exact number of families, children or employees transferred; the circumstances of Saint Francis Ministries' Oklahoma closure; the financial terms of the transition; or whether every placement retained uninterrupted services.
Right of reply
Organization response
Circle of Care said its priority was a smooth transition that preserved stability for children and foster families. It said the four incoming professionals brought existing relationships and experience and emphasized that the transition was about continuity rather than replacing another organization.
Classification
How No Halo records this event
Event type: Operational Expansion. Current state: Reported. No Halo preserves the current procedural state rather than treating every mention as a finding.
Published September 22, 2026 · Last verified September 25, 2026. See an error or a later outcome? Submit a correction or right of reply.