In this week’s episode of Good Work West Texas, hosts Cindy Payton and Leslie Crisp sit down with Brandon Logan and Matt Waller of One Accord.One Accord is tackling the challenges of foster care and child welfare in West Texas—supporting families, preventing separation, and providing hope for children in the system. Brandon and Matt share their powerful personal journeys, how One Accord was formed, and the role of community, churches, and neighbors in creating lasting impact.From foster care struggles to the Heart Gallery and innovative community programs like the Attic Resource Center, this episode reveals how everyday people can step in, say “yes,” and change lives.Learn more about One Accord: https://oneaccordtx.orgBe sure to check out Cindy and Leslie’s other work on the Good Work West Texas podcast, and don’t miss their partnership with Every Neighbor, connecting nonprofits to the community.Chapters00:00 – Introduction & Welcome01:13 – Matt Waller’s path into foster care advocacy02:36 – Brandon Logan’s journey from law to policy change03:31 – The meaning behind the name One Accord04:14 – Stories that fueled their passion for foster care reform07:14 – Leaving law practice to pursue justice for children09:32 – Matt’s adoption story and the birth of the Attic Resource Center13:12 – How CPS and foster families connect with resources15:02 – Vetting process and community support at the Attic17:05 – The bigger foster care picture in West Texas20:03 – The urgent need for more foster homes locally21:00 – Challenges and red tape in fostering22:24 – Legislative changes aimed at fixing the system24:25 – Returning foster care to the community, not just the state25:53 – Stories of resilience and doing what “makes sense”29:02 – How community support fills immediate foster needs31:08 – Adoption stories and the importance of family restoration33:11 – Saying “yes” to the next opportunity to help33:25 – The Heart Gallery explained34:45 – What happens when kids age out of foster care36:46 – How Heart Gallery showcases children waiting for adoption39:12 – Summer Adventures: giving foster youth joy and hope42:25 – Adoption successes through visibility and awareness44:01 – Supporting older youth and those with special needs45:10 – One Accord’s vision for the future47:43 – Community, churches, and upstream support for families50:16 – Gratitude for advocacy and community leadership51:11 – Closing thoughts and encouragement to get involved

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