Real Talk: A Conversation with Mr. Huwe Burton
Real Talk: A Conversation with Mr. Huwe Burton This is a unique opportunity for youth, DCS workers and Foster Success staff to engage in dialogue to speak about criminal justice…
Advice and Commentary
Countdown to College: Pandemic Edition
10. Know your plan if college/university closes Talk to your DCS Collaborative Care WorkerTalk to you IL Worker 9. Be prepared to spend much of your time in your dorm…
“I have to do my homework on my phone”
My name is Justin Hayden and I am 20 years old. I am a communication major with a focus in public relations and a minor in psychology at Purdue University Northwest.…
Education outcomes for foster youth are going in the wrong direction
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…
An open Letter to Gov. Holcomb about supporting foster youth during the pandemic
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…
Join us LIVE for Monday Mindset
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.…
COVID-19 help and resources for older foster youth
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…
Support Foster Youth (with more than your luggage)
Some foster agencies may need luggage, but your hand-me-downs may not be what they really need Since the new year, I have had several people ask me about a post…