November 16, 2023
When people apply for a job, they take into consideration salary, retirement benefits, and medical insurance. All of these forms of compensation are important, but an […]
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November 15, 2023
Have you ever hoped for a friend that understands you and will always be there? That is the kind of friendship Kylie and June have with […]
November 15, 2023
Once a month, Brian excitedly jumps in the car to go see two of his best friends. The excitement is contagious as he sprints to see […]
November 12, 2023
“It sounds preposterous, but it has been a blessing to me.” That is how foster mom, Tasha, describes her journey as a foster and adoptive mom. […]
November 10, 2023
The national average for family reunification is 49%. Families who are separated experience devastating and traumatic loss – this leaves a lifelong impact on each person […]
November 10, 2023
Every relationship has its beginning somewhere. Michael and Raymond discovered something special in their tutoring relationship, something that deserved more attention than reading, writing, and arithmetic. […]
November 7, 2023
What makes the biggest difference for youth in foster care? What helps them to succeed? Such important questions – ones that are relevant to over 1,270 […]
October 25, 2023
Even if you don’t love academics, most people can remember a teacher that had a significant impact on their lives. Maybe your first grade teacher gave […]
August 31, 2023
Fostering Great Ideas receives $35,000 grant for Aspire™ program expansion to Richland County to serve more youth in foster care August 31, 2023 (GREENVILLE, SC) — Fostering Great […]
August 21, 2023
Some people shudder when they hear the word “Algebra.” For most, you either like math with letters or you don’t. There is not much in between. […]
July 27, 2023
Originally published 2019 and updated for payment rate structure July 2023. Understanding the SC Foster Care Stipend Money is always a touchy subject. Nobody wants to […]
May 26, 2023
The countdown to summer is on for school-aged children everywhere. There is something exciting about having time away from the classroom for rest and relaxation. The […]