by Foster Success | May 13, 2020 | Commentary, Policy & Practice
The State Board of Education received the 2nd annual Foster Care Education Outcomes Report earlier today. The report, jointly submitted by the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana Department of Child Services, brings to light the disparity in the...
by Foster Success | May 1, 2020 | Commentary, Policy & Practice
On April 29, 2020 Foster Success sent this letter to Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb about ways the State can support foster youth during COVID-19. Dear Governor Holcomb, We recognize the challenges COVID-19 has placed on you and your administration and appreciate...
by Foster Success | Apr 29, 2020 | Youth Engagement
by Foster Success | Apr 24, 2020 | Youth Engagement
Let’s get in the Monday Mindset. Each Monday afternoon at 3 pm, Foster Success staff will host a Monday Mindset Conversation to help foster youth get focused for the week. Connect with other foster youth across the state and learn helpful tips along the way!...
by Foster Success | Apr 14, 2020 | Health & Well-Being
The loss of household income through unemployment or a reduction in hours is not unique to any one population right now; however, at Foster Success, the COVID-19 pandemic has once again highlighted the impact of family privilege. Family privilege encompasses many...
by Foster Success | Mar 27, 2020 | Health & Well-Being
The COVID-19 emergency fund application is open nowAn emergency fund for older youth with urgent needs is now open. Learn more here. Helpful information for foster youth seeking unemployment, moving expenses, and utility assistance The next few months are providing...
by Foster Success | Jan 31, 2020 | News
“I missed doing the work” Ask a COO what a COO does and you’ll likely get a brief pause. Mala is no different, but you can tell she takes the responsibility seriously. “The COO ensures the vision of the board and the CEO is implemented in a...