Art of Family 2027 Gala Date Coming Soon!
Empowering Youth, Supporting Families, Building a Brighter Future
Mission Statement:
Fostering Connections equips youth and families impacted by foster care and adoption with the tools, resources, and confidence to thrive. Every sponsorship directly supports programs that empower youth and build brighter futures across five Northeast Florida counties.
Programs Supported by this Event:
• Career Readiness Academy – job skills and networking for teens
• Florida Youth SHINE – Jacksonville Chapter – youth leadership and advocacy
• Family Empowerment Nights – connection and support for families
• Enrichment Scholarships – access to opportunities beyond the classroom
• Teen Talks – peer-led discussions to build confidence and resilience.
Impact Stats
growth in Career Readiness Academy since 2020
students annually enrolled in Career Readiness Academy since 2024
teens annually served through Teen Talks
families annually supported at Family Empowerment Nights
youth impacted in 2024 across all programs
elected to Florida Youth SHINE statewide board
"Through hands-on activities and real-world guidance, my sister gained confidence, built friendships, and discovered she is capable of so much more than she believed. This program has changed her life.” – Kinship Caregiver
Thank you to our 2026 Gala Sponsors
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Tom & Susan Grich
