March 4, 2025
Keys to Success: Rachel
At just 17 years old, Rachel is already paving the way for an inspiring future. Despite facing significant challenges in her personal life, Rachel has...
March 3, 2025
Scholar Spotlight: Kaya
The journey to higher education is rarely a straight path, and for students who have experienced foster care, the road is often filled with additional...
January 24, 2025
Scholar Spotlight: Emma
The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation’s (AFFCF) scholarship program offers more than financial support to students with foster care backgrounds....
December 21, 2024
Keys to Success: Domminick
To say Domminick is a hard worker, is an understatement. Entering the foster care system at age 16, he had never attended high school due to circumstances...
December 16, 2024
The Impact of Foster Care and Support from AFFCF
Becoming a foster parent is a significant decision that requires dedication, compassion, and a commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment...
December 11, 2024
Scholar Spotlight: Laila
Growing up it felt like my college years were always threatened. I never doubted myself or told myself I couldn’t do it; it was more that I was being...
December 11, 2024
Keys to Success: Angel
Angel's life has been a challenging journey, marked by many transitions and significant hurdles. From a young age, he found himself in and out of foster...
November 21, 2024
Supporting Youth Aging Out of Foster Care: Amaya’s Journey to Securing Housing
In the world of foster care, the transition to adulthood can be a challenging and daunting process. For many young people aging out of the system without...
November 13, 2024
Scholar Spotlight: Joseph
Hello, I am Joseph. I grew up in the foster care system for 11 years. I used to think that my time and mistakes in the system was all I was. It was like...