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Old 01-28-2025, 04:07 PM
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Don't have a need for a speaker for any clubs we belong to right now, but, a very good cause. Don't think most realize what a tragedy it is when these teens are released from "the system" with no support or ability to go on to college or trade school, no idea how to save enough money to find shelter for themselves, etc. Seems (??) a LOT MORE could be done in this area WHILE the state has jurisdiction over these young people.... perhaps bureaucracy just impedes rather than prepares ? But anyway, you are doing MUCH need work !
The state has control over the vetting of foster parents. The state has control over the funding (or lack thereof) for foster care resources, including checking in on the kids to make sure they're being educated and prepared for life after high school. It's pretty sad that these kids have to rely on charities to get them through this transition period, but it's a WONDERFUL thing that these charities exist.