In the News

New DHS required trainings

June 26, 2019

As of July 1, DHS will require providers to complete the DHS Mandatory Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse trainings (there are 2 hours each) through the DHS Training Center Website.

TrueNorth launches new title sponsorship for Four Oaks Golf Classic

June 10, 2019

TrueNorth Companies has announced it will become the new Title Sponsor of the Four Oaks Golf Classic in 2020. TrueNorth has been a long-standing supporter of Four Oaks and the Golf Classic.

Four Oaks Receives Dubuque Racing Assoc. Grant

December 7, 2017

Four Oaks-Dubuque was recently awarded a $9,702.49 grant from the Dubuque Racing Association to equip Four Oaks students with laptops through the use of a computer cart.

AHNI celebrating 10th anniversary

May 26, 2017

Congratulations to our affiliate partner, The Affordable Housing Network, Inc. (AHNI) on their 10th anniversary today. They have done seven BIG housing projects in the last ten years. That has helped children and families find permanent housing and

Jane Boyd Partner in New GoDaddy GoCommunities Social Impact Program

March 29, 2017

Jane Boyd is very excited to announce it’s one of two national partners for GoDaddy’s new GoCommunities social impact program offering non-traditional entrepreneurs a pathway to seeing their dreams become a reality.

Building a community of caring

August 2, 2016

The Four Oaks Mason City team is collaborating with the North Iowa community, bringing how kids and families navigate trauma to the forefront

TotalChild is reaching goals and changing lives thanks to community support

August 2, 2016

The Four Oaks mission statement says, “We assure children become successful adults.” But several years ago, Four Oaks Board members asked us how we knew that.

Creating a culture of hope

August 2, 2016

"No one values us.” For kids living in the Wellington Heights neighborhood in Cedar Rapids, that is exactly how they feel the community sees them.

Media Contacts

May 19, 2016

Couple helps transition children to forever homes

April 22, 2016

Both teachers, Marilyn and Paul share a lifelong passion for children. One evening a few years ago, their lives took a new turn when the couple was watching a television program about a foster family.