Everything on This Site

Start here: type your ZIP, then see everything near you or pick a topic — including Housing, Addiction Support, and Incarceration & Reentry Support.

Medicaid for current and former foster youth — pick your state to see who qualifies and how to apply.

Browse help county by county.

Help organized by state.

Programs for youth leaving care.

Programs still open to you at age 25 and over — pick your state inside.

Browse state options for former foster youth.

Search every verified listing by keyword, not just ones near you.

Clothing and supplies, respite and caregiver support, and practical training. Search caregiver resources by ZIP.

Beds, clothing and placement essentials. Each program has its own service area and access rules.

Respite guidance and support for current caregivers. Confirm arrangements with the placing agency.

Free caregiver learning and practical guidance.

Browse existing directory categories, with each tool’s search methods and limits.

Official account guidance to discuss with the child’s caseworker.

Speak up for a child in court — find your local CASA/GAL program.

Find fostering, volunteering and community opportunities in the adult helper section.

Steps for police, teachers, nurses, parole agents and caseworkers.

Why your help matters.

Local agencies by state and county.

Agencies that train, license and support foster parents.

Ways your church can help.

A place to pray for youth.

Learn about the book and doll, including free-copy requests for foster youth and incarcerated people. Ordering is coming soon.

Vouchers help cover rent. Search verified housing-office contacts by ZIP or browse the state office lists; availability and referral rules vary.

Counseling and support.

Medicaid for former foster youth by state.

School support and programs.

Search the scholarship directory and check each award's eligibility.

Who to call about school help.

Housing, money, ID, school and more.

Applications, FAFSA, aid and deadlines.

Money for school, training and living costs.

What to do and when.

Plain answers on who can ask, how referrals work and what rent you may still owe.

911, 988 and hotlines.

Call, text or chat.

Youth shelters and hotlines.

Safe places to stay right now.

Stay private while you look for help.

Learn about your rights and where to ask for help.

Who to contact when something is wrong.

What to do if a housing office turns you away.

New and current laws.

The authors and primary sponsors of verified foster care laws.

Important cases in plain words.

Each state's foster care agency.

Clara's story and the Gift of Hope.

How the site works.

News and media kit.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity.

What the site is, who runs it and which address to allow.

Tell us about a program.

Send us a message.