Impact Stories

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…

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…

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…

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…

In late 2016, a young boy named Anthony J.* found a new beginning in Santa Rosa, California in his foster parents’ home, Laura Thompson* and Miguel Ruiz*. At just 11…

Manny*, now 17, grew up in the foster care system and found more than just a trim at the local barber shop he frequented with his foster father. For Manny,…