We are the national network for young people in foster care.
I'M A
Young
Person
or young adult who has experienced foster care
THIS IS WHY IT MATTERS
Every two minutes a young person enters the foster care system.
Foster care is an important safety net in our society. However, being in foster care is a difficult experience for most young people.
Take the next two minutes to learn how you can help.
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