You don’t have to be a foster parent to support our local youth in foster care. There are many unmet needs in our community, and many ways you can help.

Volunteer to work with youth in foster care. Just one stable adult can make a world of difference in the life of a child in foster care. There are many different volunteer opportunities to help kids who need a little extra support.

• CASA advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children within the court system. There are CASA offices across California.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America doesn’t exclusively serve children in foster care, but it is a great way to mentor a young person who needs it.
• VolunteerMatch can help you find other volunteer opportunities or simply search “volunteer in [your county]” to find a local, nonprofit volunteer-matching organization.
• The She Ready Foundation is making big waves for kids in foster care and those stepping into adulthood. Donate or volunteer with them to help with resources, emotional support, and more.

We know the more community members advocate for healthy families, the healthier our entire community will be. A little knowledge goes a long way, and you can advocate for families and kids in foster care simply by having more informed conversations.

Learn what you need to know to help break down stigmas and build community awareness by visiting our About Fostering page and our FAQs.