HELP FOSTER YOUTH

If you need help right now

Help Foster Youth does not provide direct services or emergency response. If you are in crisis, you can reach help now:

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988
  • Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
  • 211 — call 211 to find local resources

CURRENT & FORMER FOSTER YOUTH

Did You Age Out of Foster Care?

Turning 18 doesn’t necessarily mean your help ends. You may still qualify for housing, financial support, health coverage, college assistance—or even be able to return to foster care.

FIND HELP IN MY STATE

Under 21 and already left care? You may be able to come back.

I Want to Help Foster Youth.

Everyone Can Do Something.

Foster youth are part of our community. You don’t have to become a foster parent to make a difference. Start with the time you have, and we’ll help you find a way to make a difference right in your community.

How do I get involved?

Enter your ZIP code and we’ll show verified ways to help in your community or pick how much time you have above to narrow things down.

OUR 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 HOPE

Frequently Asked Questions

How ZIP-code search works, who this site serves, and how you can get involved.

READ THE FAQ