Did you know???

“40-50% of former foster care youth become homeless within 18 months after leaving care.”

-Fostercare2.org

Did you know?

Here are more alarming statistics about teens that age out of the foster care system that you probably did not know or were aware of.

  • The numbers

    “As of Sept 2024, there are 5362 children are currently in VA’s foster care system.”

    -www.dss.virginia.gov

  • Pregnancy

    71% Of Young Women will Be Pregnant By Age 21 .

  • Unemployment

    50% Are Unemployed By The Age Of 21.

  • Incarceration

    “25% of foster kids will be incarcerated within 2 years of aging out.”

    -thehofp.org

  • Sex Trafficking

    “60% of child sex trafficking victims have been within foster care.”

    -National Foster Youth Institute

  • Substance Abuse

    “45% of foster care youth reported using alcohol or illicit drugs within the last 6 months.”

    -NCBI

“Our goal is to be a voice for foster youth that transition into adulthood without solid family structure and support.”

- Yvonne Marbury, Vice President

What’s New?

We strive to add more productive activities for our youth during our Life Skills Camps that will enhance their experience with us.

This year we started a Yoga & Wellness class led by Jasmine G., of Vine Health and Wellness. and our youth thoroughly enjoyed it!

Parents reported that the kids had a positive evening at home and slept better that afternoon.

Highlights from our 2024 Next Level Summer Camp

Elite Treats & Eats - Sponsor

Mechanics of Faith- Sponor