FOSTER YOUTH VOICE MONTH
More than 320,000 children are in foster care in the United States.
Selfless Love Foundation believes youth impacted by foster care deserve a say in the decisions that affect them. Each October, Selfless Love spearheads Foster Youth Voice Month to elevate youth voices nationwide.
This year, youth in more than 30 states will participate in Foster Youth Voice Month, as we celebrate how their experiences and ideas are positively impacting policy and transforming the child welfare system.
This is Youth Voice in Action!
EXPERIENCE INSPIRES ART
Selfless Love Foundation invites youth impacted by foster care to illustrate the importance of youth voice through the annual T-Shirt Design Contest. The winner receives financial compensation and national recognition as their art is featured on shirts that are sent to youth and participating agencies across the country.
Our 2026 winner, Cynthia from Virginia, created an illustrated graphic of a butterfly with inspiring messages.
“Much like a butterfly goes through stages, my experiences have shaped me into the person I am today. The butterfly represents overcoming challenges, embracing change, and using those experiences as motivation to move forward with purpose and strength.”
– Cynthia, Virginia
Selfless Love Foundation is grateful to Jockey Being Family Foundation for serving as our national partner for Foster Youth Voice Month. Your generosity affirms the importance of every voice and empowers youth impacted by foster care to speak with confidence and advocate for change.
youth voice is impacting the nation!
