Foster Care Awareness Month: Why Your Support Matters

What is National Foster Care Awareness Month?

National Foster Care Awareness Month (May) is dedicated to recognizing the vital role that we all play in enhancing the lives of children and youth in foster care. This observance, established over 30 years ago, shines a spotlight on the nearly 400,000 children in the U.S. foster care system and the families, professionals, and volunteers who support them.

The Reality of Foster Care

Every day in America:

Children enter foster care through no fault of their own, primarily due to abuse, neglect, or family crisis
Over 100,000 children in foster care are waiting to be adopted
Nearly 20,000 young adults "age out" of foster care each year without permanent family connections
Many face significant challenges related to education, employment, housing, and mental health

How You Can Help

Beyond donations, consider:

Becoming a foster or adoptive parent
Volunteering as a mentor or respite provider
Supporting businesses that employ or serve foster youth
Advocating for policies that strengthen families

By supporting our silent auction during National Foster Care Awareness Month, you directly contribute to transforming the lives of children waiting for a family. ❤️

Your generosity isn't just a donation—it's an investment in healing, hope, and futures filled with promise.

Thank you for supporting HOAA's mission!

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