Excitement filled the air at Brown’s Harbor as the supportive housing community prepared for an impactful transformation on May 2, 2025. On that sunny Saturday in Pembroke Pines, Florida, five youth who call Brown’s Harbor home received refreshed spaces with
This year, Selfless Love Foundation marks its tenth anniversary. This is a truly special milestone, marking 10 years of fostering dreams for foster children, by creating forever families and empowering youth. Ashley and Ed Brown’s vision has grown into an
Diamond W. recalls the initial discussions about adoption photo listings as powerful. As a youth advocate, Diamond helped to facilitate a round-table discussion in 2022 with fellow youth impacted by foster care. The young adults shared their experiences of being
Bilquis T. Lake City, FL My name is Bilquis Thompson, and this is my story. When I was 14, I was separated from my family and placed in foster care. It was tough on me growing up because I came from a
Chloe B. San Antonio, TX Going through the foster care system was a journey that challenged my resilience and emotional well-being. While I longed for stability and a place to call home, the reality was a series of transient experiences. Amid the
George S. California I live in California, and I am a little bit tense writing about my fears because I haven’t really shared them with anyone in the past. I feel this is an opportunity for me to help people by sharing
Ania W. Maywood, Illinois I have always been the only girl in my family, and I was never good at saying no. I didn’t know what was right or wrong. I ended up getting hurt and felt like I didn’t have anyone.
Destiny H. Harlingen, TX I feel better and have greater personal pleasure in my life when I am connected to the people I love. I'm satisfied with my life when I feel connected. From my experience, those who are connected are less
Cadon S. St. George, UT When it comes to foster care, there are a lot of complexities to each individual’s experience, from the kind of placement you’re in, to the kind of mental health struggles that you might be facing. It’s important
Alex G. Knoxville, TN Permanent connections and supportive people are vital to your well-being. Having someone to lean on during difficult times cannot be overemphasized. We all need someone to help us navigate life's challenges and offer us the support we need
