Dear Friends of Fostering Connections, As you read this message, our award-winning Florida Youth SHINE Greater Jacksonville Chapter youth leaders and I are in Tallahassee for Children’s Week, walking the halls of the Florida State Capitol and meeting with legislators from across Florida. These remarkable young people are strengthening their leadership and advocacy skills while building the social capital that will shape their futures. Elevating youth voice remains a key focus

Dear Friends of Fostering Connections, Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, I want to begin with a heartfelt thank you. Your support continues to make it possible for youth and families impacted by foster care to find community, opportunity, and hope through Fostering Connections. We’re starting the year with strong momentum. In January, our Florida Youth SHINE – Greater Jacksonville Chapter is hosting a fundraiser and preparing to travel to Tallahassee for Children’s Week,

Dear Friends of Fostering Connections, As we reach the end of 2025, my heart is filled with gratitude for each of you — our youth, families, volunteers, partners, donors, and community champions who make the mission of Fostering Connections possible. This year has been one of tremendous growth, resilience, and forward momentum — and I’m grateful to have walked this journey with you. Together, we achieved so much. We expanded Career Readiness Academy program partnerships and o

Dear Friends of Fostering Connections, As we enter this season of Thanksgiving, I’m filled with gratitude for the many blessings that make our work at Fostering Connections possible. I’m especially thankful for our donors, board members, volunteers, and families—your generosity and belief in our mission continue to light the path forward. This fall has been full of growth and innovation. We piloted our new Career & Life Skills Jumpstart program in October, with additional ses

Dear Friends of Fostering Connections, Fall is here, and we are so grateful for the many ways you continue to support our mission....

Dear Fostering Connections Supporters, I hope you had a restful Labor Day weekend! We are off to a strong start this fall at Fostering...

Dear Fostering Connections Supporters, As we wrap up a meaningful summer and prepare for a new school year, I’m filled with gratitude for...

Dear Fostering Connections Friends, I hope you and your family are enjoying a fun, restful summer! While many are taking time to relax,...