Foster Care

The foundation will work proactively to build a strong foster care system for Hillsborough, Pinellas and Brevard counties and for the state of Florida. The foundation will support the reworking of the foster care system and create a continuum in which youth are physically and emotionally safe and have their needs met in a timely manner at every stage of their development so that older foster youth are prepared to transition to independence. Support and expand services for children entering or at risk of entering the foster care system. All foster youth, foster parents and families have an informed voice in decisions that impact their lives.

Investment Activities:

• Replicate Connected by 25 project is geographic priorities and state wide
• Support advocacy and programs that enhance youth services in education, workforce development, asset development, life skill development and housing.