Comfort House issues RFP to guide next phase of foster home’s growth

By Robert Perea

The Comfort House, a trauma‑informed, family‑style foster home serving teens in rural Northern Nevada, has issued a Request for Proposals seeking a partner to help guide the program into its next phase of growth and long‑term stability.

Founded in February 2024, the home was created to provide a safe, consistent environment for children who have experienced trauma, instability or disruption in the foster care system. Its model centers on individualized care, strong relationships and a sense of belonging — an approach its leaders say is essential for healing.

“This RFP represents a moment of possibility,” Founder and Executive Director Gina Armstrong said. “We are proud of what has been built here, and we are excited to explore thoughtful, values‑aligned partnerships that can help this home continue to grow and thrive for years to come.”

The RFP is open to experienced foster care operators, nonprofit organizations or qualified individuals with a background in trauma‑informed, family‑style care. Proposals should demonstrate the capacity for ethical and sustainable operations, familiarity with nonprofit fundraising or public‑private funding models, and a child‑centered philosophy aligned with the home’s mission.

Armstrong said issuing the RFP is part of a broader commitment to transparency and continuity of care.

“This step allows us to be intentional and hopeful about the future,” she said. “Our responsibility is, and always will be, to the children. By exploring future leadership and operational models now, we can ensure this home remains stable, nurturing and rooted in the philosophy that built it.”

The Comfort House Board of Directors will review proposals with an emphasis on sustainability, collaboration and preserving the home’s trauma‑informed culture.

The full RFP, including submission guidelines and timelines, is available by request at [email protected].

The Comfort House currently serves up to eight school‑aged children at a time in a setting designed to feel like a real home rather than an institution, offering stability, acceptance and individualized plans for healing.