In Recognition of National Foster Care Awareness Month
Help Us Make a Call That Can Change a Life

 

Glenn was in his senior year at Howard University when he learned that his financial aid and student loans weren’t going to cover his tuition.  Having just aged out of foster care, Glenn didn’t have anywhere to turn for support.  He tried applying to banks and foundations for additional loans and scholarships, but was told over and over again that he wasn’t eligible for their programs.

With his tuition bill overdue, Glenn’s school gave him three days to move out of his dorm.  After working so hard on his education, it was devastating to think that he may not be able to finish school.  As he began packing up his belongings, Glenn received a phone call that would change his life.

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New Year’s in April: A Fool’s Fête
Presented by Valentino

Event Chairs Allison Aston, Rory Hermelee, Lydia Fenet, Natalia Echavarria, Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, Amy McFarland, Alina Cho, and Nicole Esposito in Valentino gowns

The Friends of NYFC hosted the Tenth Annual Spring Dinner Dance – New Year’s in April: A Fool’s Fête Presented by Valentino on April 9, 2013 at the Mandarin Oriental, raising a record high of over $650,000 to benefit youth in foster care in New York City.

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Wrap to Rap Presented by Valentino USA

Rory Hermelee, Tory Heinz, Margot Zeve, Colleen Kennedy, Crystalann Rodriguez

On Wednesday, November 28th, NYFC hosted Wrap to Rap Presented by Valentino USA.  At this 10th annual event benefiting youth in foster care, Valentino USA and NYFC Board and Friends joined 75 teens in foster care at the Ainsworth in Chelsea to wrap 1,000 gifts for younger children in care while DJ D-Nice spun hip hop and holiday classics.

You can ensure New York City children in foster care receive holiday presents this year by making a donation.

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North Shore-LIJ Health System & NYFC Take ACTion

North Shore-LIJ Health System and NYFC announce the launch the Accelerated Career Training Program (ACT). Youth participating in the ACT Program will gain crucial skills, knowledge, and support to become competitive in the marketplace and to explore possible career paths in health care.

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Our partner:
The Administration for Children’s Services

Serving Our Children: NYFC’s greatest strength lies in our ability to access and affect the lives of children in foster care—a direct link made possible through our unique partnership with the New York City Administration for Children’s Services.

STAND UP

Start your own fundraiser to support the work of NYFC

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Make It Happen For Youth In Foster Care

“NYFC has inspired me by making my dreams a reality.” -Ishmael, Spirit Award Recipient

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, NYFC continues to have a tremendous impact on the lives of children in foster care in New York City. Please click the button below to provide young people in foster care with the tools and resources they need to achieve academic success.

Donate to the Back-to-School Package Drive

Give the gift of opportunity to a young student in foster care:

$10,000 = 4 Back-to-School Packages

$2,500 = 1 Back-to-School Package

$1,500 = 1 laptop and 1 printer

$500 = Dorm essentials including linens, towels, alarm clock, gift cards and more

$100 = A gift card to purchase books

$50 = School supplies such as notebooks binder paper, pens, stapler and more