May is Foster Care Month
- Meghan Renken
- May 6
- 2 min read
May is Foster Care Awareness Month, a time when we come together to give back and shine light on the more than 368,000 children living in foster care across the US.
A Brief History
Foster Care Awareness Month
Foster Care Awareness Month was first observed in 1988 when President Ronald Reagan issued a proclamation recognizing the need for increased support for children in the foster care system. Since then, May has become a time to educate, advocate, and act; raising visibility for foster youth and the urgent need for stability, support, and opportunity in their lives.
Foster Care Awareness Day
In 2016 Ticket to Dream established Foster Care Awareness Day as the first Tuesday in May. We invite you to wear blue in support of foster families and caregivers, and in recognition of the challenges foster youth face in foster care.
Why It Matters
One child enters foster care every two minutes. They enter care through no fault of their own. They may have experienced abuse, neglect, or a family crisis.
These children deserve to experience a childhood similar to their peers: full of hope, security, and a chance to thrive. At Ticket to Dream, our mission is to provide everyday essentials, experiences, and resources to help foster kids just be kids.
Get Involved
Wear Blue on Tuesday, May 6th
Show your support by wearing blue and showing foster youth that their community stands behind them. Be sure to snap a photo and tag @tickettodream on social media!
Host a Collection Drive
From backpacks and school supplies to hygiene kits or toys, hosting a donation drive is a great way to engage your office, community group, or family and friends.
Click here to learn more about hosting a drive.
Start a Fundraiser or Become a Monthly Donor
Did you know that for every $1 we can distribute 5 essential items to foster youth? Use your birthday, special event or just a random Tuesday to start a fundraiser on Facebook or on our website.
Join our Frequent Flyer program to make an impact every month. Just select monthly under donation frequency. Every dollar helps bring joy and essentials to foster youth.
Partner with Us
Ready to make a company-wide impact? Ticket to Dream is comprised of experts in cause marketing, event planning, and operational logistics.
Email us at info@tickettodream.org to donate product or to get started on a custom, impactful plan for your organization.
Follow Us on Social Media
Engaging with social media content is the quickest and easiest way to make a difference for a grassroots nonprofit.
This May, let’s turn awareness into action. Because every child deserves a ticket to dream.
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