Impact

“Young people with foster care experience are capable of success when the right supports, including stable housing and strong adult connections, are in place. These are not extras; they are essentials they need to thrive and experience well-being.”

– Annie E. Casey Foundation

Voices That Matter

A young man wearing glasses, a black beanie with white lettering, and a black and red Nautica sweater, smiling while sitting on a red chair and holding a remote control, with headphones on, against a plain wall.

“My 4EVERKIN family has been profoundly impactful in my life since I was 19, providing a vital support system I otherwise lack. Now, at 33, they continue to inspire me with innovative ways of thinking and overcoming challenges, teaching me that no matter how strong I am, having a support system is truly pivotal.”

85% of members
maintained stable housing
for 24+ months

69% of members
maintained employment
for 24+ months

45% of members are
working toward an education or training goal

A woman with dark hair styled in a bullhorn and wearing a black and white striped scarf smiles at the camera. She is dressed in a cream-colored jacket with 'LOVE' embroidered on it, decorated with colorful sequins. The background is a plain light gray.

“When I was pregnant and scared to be a mom she reassured me that I will be an amazing mom and she reminds me every chance she gets how proud she is of me and how amazing and smart my daughter is. I honestly don’t know what I would do without her in our lives.”

The process is the goal, not the outcome.

A woman sitting on a wooden chair, smiling, wearing a beige hoodie and black jeans in an indoor setting with purple curtains in the background.

“Having 4EVERKIN provide me a computer while attending school has had a huge impact, offering me significant advantages for both academic performance and personal development”

What happens when we stay.

“Being a part of the Junior Advisory Board (JAB) has brought peace. I was going through a lot of different stressful things, and the opportunity came at just the right time.”

“4EVERKIN helped me to get my life back on track after I left the hospital after a crisis.”

“4EVERKIN has been more than an organization, it has been family. They supported me and my children with essentials, emotional encouragement, and the confidence to believe in myself again.”

“They have supported my journey of trying to obtain my GED and helped me navigate challenges with my children. 4EVERKIN has been an incredible support system over the last few years.”