I WANT TO HELP FOSTER YOUTH
CURRENT & FORMER FOSTER YOUTH
You can find housing, education and scholarships, employment, health coverage, and support for aging out or extended foster care where you live. Turning 18 doesn’t necessarily mean your help ends.
RE-ENTERING CARE AFTER LEAVING AGE 18+
You may still be eligible for help, and in some states you may be able to return to foster care.
LEARN ABOUT RE-ENTRYHELP FOR FORMER FOSTER YOUTH AGE 26+
Most programs end by 26 — but not all. See the verified scholarships, support and services that still welcome former foster youth over 26.
SEE RESOURCES FOR AGE 26+NEED HELP RIGHT NOW?
Free, confidential hotlines you can call or text any time — plus emergency shelters and crisis services near you.
GET HELP NOWMENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Free counseling, peer support and local mental health services for current and former foster youth — plus the adults who support them.
FIND SUPPORT FOR MEOUR SIGNATURE INITIATIVE
Give a Gift of Hope
Give a foster girl a copy of Take A Walk With Me and a Clara Jean Doll™ — a replica inspired by the childhood doll Clara’s mother made by hand for her while Clara was in foster care. Each Gift of Hope is a reminder that she is seen, valued and loved.
LEARN ABOUT GIFT OF HOPEEDUCATIONAL RESOURCE INITIATIVE
Thank A Teacher
Did a teacher, coach, mentor or counselor change the course of your life? Honor their impact by creating a scholarship in their name for a current or former foster youth.
VISIT THANK A TEACHERFrequently Asked Questions
How ZIP-code search works, who this site serves, and how you can get involved.
READ THE FAQ