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CURRENT PROJECT: SENDING HOPE OHIO 💌

Did you know that nearly 25% of youth in foster care do not graduate high school or earn their GED?

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Committee backs bill to ensure virtual instruction for foster students awaiting placement The Select Committee on School Choice voted to report House Bill 5048 to the full Senate as amended; counsel said the bill would require virtual instruction for foster students in temporary placements, designate use of virtual charter schools where counties lack programs, and direct the West Virginia Department of Education to provide training free of charge.

West Virginia takes a significant step forward by ensuring foster students receive uninterrupted virtual education during their transitions—will this change the game for vulnerable youth?

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Committee hears bill to let children in state custody stay in school of origin; debate centers on transportation and a two-business-day records-transfer rule House Bill 23 20 would allow children in the custody of the Secretary for Children and Families to enroll or remain in a school of origin, require coordination of transportation costs, and impose a two-business-day rule for districts to transfer records; proponents cited placement shortages while school boards warned the timeline and funding language are aggressive or unclear.

A new bill could revolutionize education for children in state custody by ensuring they can stay in their schools of origin, but concerns about rapid record transfers and transportation funding are sparking heated debates.

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Washington Student Achievement Council tells Senate committee Passport to Careers serves nearly 2,000 but funding hasn’t kept pace Washington Student Achievement Council officials told the Senate Higher Education and Workforce Development Committee that the Passport to Careers program serves youth from foster care or unaccompanied homelessness, produces higher graduation outcomes (31% at eight years) but faces funding shortfalls that have reduced awards from $5,000 to $2,000 in 2025–26.

The Passport to Careers program is transforming lives for nearly 2,000 youth from foster care and homelessness, but funding cuts threaten its success—can it continue to be a national model?

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#WA #EducationAccess #FosterCareSupport #YouthEmpowerment #CitizenPortal

This winter, compassion takes action. 💙 Contact your local program to register: bit.ly/3AJlwCb
Winter CASA training is beginning, welcoming new volunteers ready to stand up for children who need a consistent, caring advocate. #ChangeAChildsStory. #advocate #fostercaresupport #casa #CASAvolunteer

Children's League and providers tell Senate the state must expand housing and transition supports for youth leaving foster care Service providers told the Senate Committee on Juvenile and Emerging Adult Justice that transition‑age youth (18–23) face high rates of homelessness, poor educational and employment outcomes, and a shortage of youth‑specific shelters and housing. Advocates urged expansion of community family resource centers and proven programs such as Lifeset.

Transition-age youth exiting foster care are facing a critical crisis, with only a handful of shelters available and a staggering waitlist of 80 young adults, risking their safety and futures.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #YouthHousing #EmploymentAccess #FosterCareSupport

Court officials urge decentralizing child-protective intake, expanding local services and training Local juvenile court administrators and family-court practitioners told a Michigan House oversight committee they favor returning parts of child protective services (CPS) intake to local control, adopting risk‑informed screening modeled on juvenile justice reforms, and increasing support for foster and kinship caregivers to reduce costly out‑of‑‑‑‑

Michigan court leaders are calling for a major shift in child welfare practices, urging for localized intake and better support for foster families to ensure children's safety.

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A Little Boy Ran into Their Arms While Painting Pumpkins. 4 Years Later, He Calls Them Mom and Dad (Exclusive) Just a month into their marriage, Claire DeLay and her husband, Eric hosted a pumpkin-painting night in their driveway for neighbors. Among the crowd was a two-and-a-half-year-old boy nicknamed “Jay,”...

“I always knew adoption would be part of our story — even before we got married,” Claire DeLay says. For those with a deep desire to foster & adopt, I would love the opportunity to speak with you! Call 954-300-1602.

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Highlights from our Yolo CASA Dinner & Auction!✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us to support children in foster care—your generosity makes a real difference. 💙

Learn more or become a CASA: yolocasa.org ⏩️ #YoloCASA #VoicesForChildren #FosterCareSupport #CommunityImpact

Every child deserves someone in their corner. Could it be you? 💙

📅 Sat, Oct 4 | 🕚 11 AM | 💻 Online/Zoom
👉 Sign up by emailing jalatorre@yolocasa.org

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Every child deserves a positive, nurturing environment. 🌟

At Yolo CASA, we work to reduce disciplinary challenges for youth in foster care—and you can help! Volunteer, donate, or share our mission to create stability and care for kids who need it most. ❤️

#ChildAdvocacy #FosterCareSupport

Community Leaders Support Day Care Expansion into North Star Building in Kodiak Local residents advocate for increased childcare options in Kodiak during public meeting.

Community voices unite for a vital daycare expansion in Kodiak, highlighting the urgent need for accessible childcare to keep families together.

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#KodiakIslandBorough #AK #CitizenPortal #CommunityDevelopment #ChildcareAccess #FosterCareSupport

We joined Comfort Cases at their HQ to pack backpacks with our Emergency Period Kits and our Flow with Confidence Pamphlets!

Learn more or support the mission at patesifoundation.org and comfortcases.org!

#patesifoundation #ComfortCases #PeriodCareWithPurpose #packapad #FosterCareSupport

School Board Addresses Policy on Military Recruiter Access and Foster Care Education School officials confirm compliance with military recruiter access policy and update foster care guidelines.

Pennsylvania's recent Policy Committee meeting tackled crucial educational policies, from military recruiter access to new support for students in foster care.

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#PA #CitizenPortal #EducationalStability #MilitaryRecruitment #PennsylvaniaEducation #FosterCareSupport

Tribal Leaders Discuss Cultural Connections for Children in Foster Care Participants emphasize the need for more tribal foster families and cultural connections.

Montana tribal leaders are calling for urgent action to strengthen cultural connections for Native children in foster care—ensuring they stay rooted in their heritage and families.

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#MT #CitizenPortal #MontanaICWA #NativeChildren #CulturalConnections #FosterCareSupport

General Assembly Implements 5% Cap on Private Special Education Rate Increases Private special education expenses rise, prompting budgetary caps and increasing demand for services.

Virginia's Joint Subcommittee has unveiled alarming truths about skyrocketing special education costs and the strain on Medicaid funding for children and families.

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#VA #CitizenPortal #HealthCareFunding #VirginiaChildren #SpecialEducationCosts #FosterCareSupport

Michigan House approves budget adding $150K for foster care educational support House passes budget amendment to enhance educational funding amid discussion on classroom sizes

The Michigan House just approved a budget boost for foster care educational support, but critical questions linger about funding for dyslexia screening and the future of student success.

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#MI #CitizenPortal #EducationalFunding #DyslexiaScreening #FosterCareSupport

Embrace Healthcare - Pharmacy and Medical Supply Pharmacy and Medical Supplier for the state of Ohio.

☕ Web Chick Update – Embrace Ohio 💙
Embrace Ohio has updated their Medical Forms section to help streamline support for foster, adoptive, and kinship families across Ohio.
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Fostering Teenagers Toolkit | FosterWiki Fostering Teenagers : - Welcome to FosterWiki’s Foster Carers Toolkit a Step by Step guide to fostering teenagers

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Positive co-parenting starts with trust, grows through communication, and thrives with support. 🌈🧸🤝 #parentpartnership #fostercaresupport #kinshipcare #strongerfamilies

Loveland residents advocate for foster care support and improved financial reporting City Council hears urgent calls to assist foster youth and improve financial transparency.

Loveland residents are stepping up to advocate for our veterans and foster youth, calling for greater compassion and transparency in city governance.

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#LovelandCityLarimerCounty #CO #CitizenPortal #FinancialTransparency #LovelandVeterans #FosterCareSupport

Current Projects - Sending Hope Ohio - Families Giving Back Our projects aim to have a unified monthly theme, be easily accessible and applicable to all ages, abilities, and income levels, and provide front-line resources for the improvement of lives of indivi...

🔹 Sending Hope Ohio
Now supporting foster youth aging out & fighting food insecurity across Central Ohio.
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Arvada City Council proclaims May 2025 as Mental Health Month City council declares May 2025 as Mental Health Month to raise awareness and support services.

The Arvada City Council has officially declared May 2025 as Mental Health Month, shining a spotlight on the critical need for awareness and support for mental health and foster care in the community.

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#ArvadaJeffersonCounty #CO #FosterCareSupport #MentalHealthAwareness

Clay County Board proclaims May 2025 as Mental Health and Foster Care Appreciation Month Clay County Board approves proclamations for Mental Health Month and Foster Care Appreciation.

The Clay County Board has taken a bold step by proclaiming May 2025 as Mental Health Month and Foster Care Appreciation Month, emphasizing the urgent need for community support and awareness in these vital areas.

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#ClayCounty #MN #FosterCareSupport #MentalHealthAwareness

Representative Nancy Murphy advocates for HB 178 to clarify foster parent education rights HB 178 seeks to clarify foster parents' educational decision-making rights for children in care.

A pivotal bill in New Hampshire is set to redefine the role of foster parents in making educational decisions for children, potentially transforming their advocacy power.

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#NH #NewHampshireChildren #EducationReform #FosterCareSupport #CitizenPortal #ChildAdvocacy

Guardian Underwood praises stable foster care for minor Kenzie during court hearing Guardian Ira Underwood reports positive progress in toddler Kenzie's foster care placement.

In a pivotal court hearing, guardian Ira Underwood celebrated Kenzie's remarkable progress in foster care, shedding light on a system that truly prioritizes the welfare of its children.

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Committee approves Medicaid amendment for incarcerated youth health services Committee endorses Medicaid amendments for targeted health services before youth release.

Kentucky is on the verge of transformative changes in health services for vulnerable youth, including crucial Medicaid amendments for incarcerated children.

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#KY #CitizenPortal #VulnerablePopulations #FosterCareSupport #HealthServicesReform

Representative Nadeau defends agency bill for child welfare and foster care improvement Nadeau emphasizes agency bill's benefits for child welfare and extended foster care support.

Minnesota lawmakers are at a crossroads, debating crucial welfare changes that could reshape the future for thousands of children in foster care.

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#MN #CommunityInput #CitizenPortal #ChildProtectionReform #MinnesotaChildWelfare #FosterCareSupport

Maryland House adopts multiple amendments for sports wagering and foster care bills House approves amendments for bills on sports wagering and foster care financial support

The Maryland General Assembly just made significant strides in sports wagering and foster care support with a series of key amendments—this could change the game!

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