Impact Stories

Empowering the Howard Family: A Journey of Hope and Resilience

By Alternative Family Services / August 7, 2024
Empowering the Howard Family: A Journey of Hope and Resilience

Meet the Howard* family, a shining example of resilience and compassion. Recently, the Howards welcomed three siblings into their home: Mia, a newborn; Ethan, a spirited 8-year-old; and Lucas, a…

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Impact Story: David’s Journey

By Alternative Family Services / July 18, 2024
As a foster youth, he faced many academic and personal challenges. The future looked uncertain for David, but everything changed with the help of Foster Learning.

Struggles and setbacks marked David’s* high school journey. As a foster youth, he faced many academic and personal challenges. David was failing multiple classes and frequently found himself in conflicts…

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Success Story: Meet Jessica

By Alternative Family Services / July 18, 2024
Jessica's* journey through the foster care system was filled with challenges, but her determination to succeed never wavered. As she approached her transition age, she faced the daunting prospect of aging out of the system without the support and resources needed to continue her education and secure stable housing. That's where the Foster Learning campaign stepped in and made a profound difference in her life.

Jessica’s* journey through the foster care system was filled with challenges, but her determination to succeed never wavered. As she approached her transition age, she faced the daunting prospect of…

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Impact Story: Twins’ Summer of Dreams at Basketball Camp

By Alternative Family Services / June 27, 2024
Thank you for believing in our mission and for your continued support. Your generosity is changing lives, one dream at a time.

Alternative Family Services (AFS) is dedicated to creating brighter futures for foster youth through our comprehensive programs and services. Thanks to the generosity of our community and the success of…

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A Brush with Hope: Jordan’s Journey from Foster Care to Creative Confidence

By Alternative Family Services / June 12, 2024
At Alternative Family Services (AFS), we believe every child deserves the chance to discover their passions, build confidence, and experience the joy of being a kid. Through our Foster Hope campaign, we are dedicated to raising funds to send foster youth to various camps this summer—whether it's sports, arts, science, or nature. The impact of these experiences can be life-changing.

At Alternative Family Services (AFS), we believe every child deserves the chance to discover their passions, build confidence, and experience the joy of being a kid. Through our Foster Hope…

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From Foster Care to Future Scientist: Emily’s Inspiring Journey

By Alternative Family Services / June 11, 2024
At Alternative Family Services (AFS), our mission extends to helping Transition Age Youth (TAY) navigate adulthood with confidence and hope. Through our Foster Hope campaign, we aim to raise funds to send foster youth to various summer camps, including those focused on sports, arts, science, and nature.

At Alternative Family Services (AFS), our mission extends to helping Transition Age Youth (TAY) navigate adulthood with confidence and hope. Through our Foster Hope campaign, we aim to raise funds…

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