of young people who age out of foster care have a college degree, compared to 35% of their peers
4,000+ holiday gifts distributed to The Foundling program participants every year
107 program sites across New York and Puerto Rico
Over one third of youth in foster care will have experienced five or more school moves by the time they age out of the system
Haven Academy was founded to help close the academic achievement gap for students whose families are involved with the child welfare system
When young people age out of the foster care system at age 21, they’re at a higher risk of homelessness, incarceration, and early parenthood
Haven Academy, The Foundling’s public charter school, is the only one of its kind in the country, targeting children involved in the child welfare system
Christina came to the U.S. to live with a relative when she was just 6 months old, leaving behind her 14-year-old mother, who was unable to provide the care at age 11 when her safety was at risk. With help from the Foundling, Christina was given the opportunities she needed to become the woman she is today.
40+ programs and services serving children, families, and adults across New York and Puerto Rico
18 evidence-based models and adaptations implemented with fidelity across our array of programs and service areas