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Two young people sitting on steps of US Capital building. One wearing black outfit and one wearing blue sweater
Policymakers, the elected officials and government staff who create laws and programs that affect everyday life, make important decisions that impact children, youth, and families across the country. Many Congressional
Disproportionality
Transition (aging out)
Well-being
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Xi Man 2026v3
Members of Alpha Xi Delta Chapter at Monmouth University recently hosted their annual “Xi Man” philanthropy event, raising $2,411 in support of FosterClub through the sorority’s Kindly Hearts Initiative. “Xi...
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Workshop graphic titled “The TAY Playbook: Your Power Tool for Change.” Shows a young adult speaking at a meeting. Sessions offered March 24 and March 31, 4:00–5:30 PM PT. Includes image of the “Improving Outcomes for Young Adults” playbook.
Improving Outcomes for Young Adults and the Systems that Serve Them: A Playbook of Best Practices was created by young people with lived experience in foster care. Now is your
Transition (aging out)
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AXiD Sisters at 5K Walk
In a powerful demonstration of compassion and commitment, Alpha Xi Delta has raised nearly $350,000 for FosterClub since the two organizations partnered together to support youth in and from foster
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FosterClub Launches Birthday Buddy Initiative to Celebrate Youth in Foster Care Cover Image
On average, youth in foster care spend two birthdays in the system. For most people, birthdays mean cake, laughter, and feeling celebrated. But for many young people in foster care...
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multiple young people with different identities walking on sidewalk lined with trees
Many youth in foster care need support for their mental health; too often, they don’t receive the right support and even face reactions that their peers don’t - like having
Crossover to Juvenile Justice
Mental health
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Graphic announcing a newly released social capital brief from the National Foster Care Youth & Alumni Policy Council with the headline ‘Ways to Grow Social Capital So Foster Youth Thrive.’
“When I started high school, my life was in a downward spiral. I was fortunate enough to have some people that recognized that I had something better to offer and
Permanence
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2 congressional representative photos and a photo of congressional building
Foster youth dream of going to college, just like their peers. However, they often face more barriers and have less support. The Education and Training Voucher helps many youth to
Education