05/28/2026
It takes a village to support youth in their path to independence.
Throughout May, we have been celebrating National Foster Care Month with our partners at Youth In Need and Epworth.
This week, we’re focusing on the critical support youth need as they transition out of foster care and into adulthood. From housing and education to employment and life skills, continued community support helps young people build confidence, stability and brighter futures.
“When foster youth get older, they can be at risk for becoming homeless as they age out of the system. That’s where targeted programs to help with housing, landlord engagement and ongoing direct support become critical. The goal is to help these youth not fall through the cracks but instead become thriving adults.” - Pat Holterman-Hommes, President and CEO
Together, our three organizations help nearly 400 youth every year as they start to age out of the foster care system and as they continue to chart their own path toward independence. We are honored to come together to provide support, lift families up and ensure every child has someone advocating for their best interests.
Thank you for joining us this month in recognizing the power of community throughout the entire foster care journey for children, youth and families.
