A lived experience-led platform.

Foster Greatness is the only digital community platform built entirely by and for people impacted by foster care. Unlike traditional services that end at 18, we provide lifelong peer support, career opportunities, and resources—because we know the foster system's impact doesn't stop when you age out.

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Available on Web, Apple Store and Google Play

A digital community where those impacted by the foster system can connect.

Foster Greatness is more than a resource hub. It’s a community led by people who’ve lived through the foster system. We know the system doesn’t stop shaping your life the day you age out, and we’re here to walk with you through what comes next.

Whether you need help with housing, want to share your story, or just need to know you’re not alone - we’ve got you.

Lived-Experience Led

Innovation

Empowerment

Lived-Experience Led ✦ Innovation ✦ Empowerment ✦

What You'll Get Access To

  • A webpage with a pop-up window titled 'Resource Support.' The window instructs users to fill out a form for access to 1:1 Resource Support and includes a blue 'Start Resource Request' button, with a note that the process takes about 2 minutes.

    Resource Support

    Our community provides one-on-one support, self-serve resources, job postings, and more, with dedicated professionals ready to help.

  • A man with glasses and a beard, wearing a gray hoodie, sitting at a desk with a microphone, gesturing with his hands during a video call in a modern, decorated home office with shelves, sports memorabilia, and framed pictures.

    Learning Workshops

    Foster Greatness invites experts and specialists to come on our platform and provide free workshops for our community to learn from.

  • Woman smiling and holding a cardboard box with "Eat Well" printed on it, in a room with light-colored walls.

    Community Building Events

    We host quarterly events that are focused on community building for individuals with lived experience. We’ve cooked meals together, had open-mic nights, paint nights and more!

  • Laptop screen displaying a virtual meeting with six participants in individual video windows.

    Panel Discussions

    Our Panel Discussions bring together key leaders, seasoned professionals, and advocates with lived experience to tackle the most important issues facing our community.

  • Tablet displaying an employment and career planning webpage with resources and support options.

    Employment Pipeline

    Foster Greatness has teamed up with Staffmark Group to create a direct pipeline, empowering our members to achieve their career goals. This partnership is designed to bridge the gap between your unique talents and meaningful employment opportunities.

  • Google Maps screen showing food support locations near Santa Ana, California, with pins indicating the sites. The search bar at the top reads 'Food Support Near Me'.

    Resource Finder

    Get connected to the support you deserve! Our new Resource Hub is a free, one-stop tool for current and former foster youth to instantly find benefits and resources.

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How It Works

Create Your Free Account

Sign up in less than 2 minutes with just your name and email. No credit card required, and your information is kept private.

1

Complete Your Profile

Tell us about yourself so we can personalize your experience and connect you with relevant resources and community members.

2

Explore Resources & Connect

Access our Resource Finder, join community discussions, attend events, and connect with Resource Specialists for personalized support.

3

We amplify the voices of those with lived experience in the foster system through workshops, podcast episodes, and panel events. Our goal is to empower individuals by sharing their stories.

  • Logo for Foster Greatness Thriver Stories Podcast with a microphone icon above the text and a diverse group of nine people smiling at the bottom.

    Thriver Stories

    Host Isabel Stasa interviews FG Community members and advocates, sharing their stories of strength and resilience in advocacy and navigating the system. New videos weekly!

  • A laptop screen showing a four-person virtual video call with diverse participants in different home settings.

    Events & Workshops

    Workshops, panels, community-building events, and much more! Explore our latest live events happening now within the community.

  • March newsletter cover page with headlines including "Our Standards: Led by Youth, Guided by Experience," and featuring images of presentation slides on topics like funding freeze and free tax filing support.

    Newsletter

    Interested in staying updated with FG without joining the community just yet? We share all our latest news and updates in a monthly newsletter for your convenience.

Our Impact

📈 1,100+ new members in 2024
📚 300+ resources shared
🎤 50+ stories amplified
🏡 Dozens connected to housing, food, or job support

With 1,100+ new members in 2024, our community grew, expanding impact through storytelling, workshops, and resources. See full report below.

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Our Partners

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Access the Foster Greatness App

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Available on Apple, Google Play & Desktop

Contact Us

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