A Letter from our Executive Director
This year we celebrate 25 years since opening our doors to help children who have been displaced and are being raised by someone other than their parents. Over the years, Georgia's foster care system has changed in many ways, now offering more financial help to licensed foster parents. The children we serve are all in displaced care. Many are within Georgia's foster care system, and others are placed through the courts, police stations, or abandonment.
Some of these children are in state custody while others are not, but all share the same urgent need for stability and support. Because we focus on those with the greatest need, about 90 percent of the children we serve are cared for by relatives such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, or close family friends who step in with love but receive little to no financial assistance to meet the children's needs. These are the least supported children and the ones who need us most.
That is where Foster Care Support Foundation steps in to fill the gap. Every day we see the difference that stability, care, and community can make in a child's life, and that is what keeps us moving forward.
When I look back to where we started in my garage, then a church outbuilding, then rented spaces, and finally into a building of our own, I'm reminded that every step was possible because of caring people like you. You've helped us serve thousands of children each year, giving them not just clothes and shoes, but a sense of worth and hope for their future.
Now, as we look toward the next step, a possible expansion to reach even more children, I hope you'll continue walking beside us. Whether you've volunteered your time, donated, sponsored a child, or given through the Georgia Qualified Foster Child Donation Tax Credit, please know that you've made a difference. Every bit matters. Every child matters.
As we close out this year and begin another, I hope you'll continue to trust us and keep us in your hearts so we can keep doing important work for the next 25 years and beyond.
A child has a better life today because of you. Thank you for caring.
Be Blessed,
Rachel
Every Gift Counts - Help Us Reach Our Goal!
Your kindness fills the next bag of clothing, shoes, toys, and essentials for a child who needs them today. Thanks to community support, we've already provided hope to thousands of children this year - but more still need us before December 31.
Your gift today helps provide:
- Clothing, shoes, and seasonal wardrobes
- Developmental toys and school supplies
- Recreational items and infant care essentials
- ...and so much more!
Your gift right now helps make sure every child still waiting receives comfort and care before the year ends.
Clothe a Child. Change a Life. Giving Tuesday, December 2!
On Giving Tuesday, join us to make sure every child in foster and relative care has clothing, shoes, and comfort this season.
- Every dollar helps provide clothing and essentials to children across GA.
- Every share of our story spreads hope across Georgia.
- Beginning November 1st, donations made through our #GaGives donation page or our Giving Tuesday fund count towards our goal!
Let's come together to finish the year strong and give the gift of dignity to every child who needs us.
Through the Georgia Qualified Foster Child Donation Credit, individuals and businesses can redirect a portion of their state tax liability to help children in foster and relative care.
- Receive a state tax credit for your contribution upon approval.- Empower children across Georgia with essentials and hope.
Submit by December 31 to make your 2025 Georgia taxes work for good.
One Child. One Year. Endless Impact.
Want to make your impact last beyond the holidays? Become a Sponsor-a-Child monthly donor!
For just $25 per month for 12 months, you'll help provide a complete seasonal wardrobe, shoes, supplies and care items for a child in foster or relative care.
Your ongoing support ensures we can plan ahead, restock essentials, and say "yes" every time a caregiver calls for help.
- $25/month x 12 months = 1 child fully served for a season
- $50/month sponsors 2 children, etc...
Give monthly. Change lives all year.
FOSTERING HOPE RESALE SHOP
Every purchase and donated item at the Fostering Hope Resale Shop helps fund our programs and provide free essentials to children in need. Shop for unique finds and know you're making a difference right here in Georgia.
Fostering Hope Charity Resale Shop
608 Holcomb Bridge Rd. Roswell, GA 30076
HoursMonday - Saturday10am - 5PM
Phone770-641-8081
We recently received a voicemail from a kinship caregiver who just wanted to share a special moment after picking up items from FCSF:
"I just had to call to tell you that the kids were so excited when I got home and took out all their bags. They were jumping up and down, saying things like, 'Look what I got!' and 'Look at my new dress!' Then they all wanted to get on the phone to tell you themselves - [Children's voices] 'Thank you for our clothes and toys! We love you! Thank you!!'"
- Kinship Caregiver
Those sweet voices were spoken to us - but really, they were thanking you. Your support creates the next joyful 'Look what I got!' moment for a child who has endured so much.
THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY
To our donors, volunteers, and partners - thank you. Because of you, children who once arrived with nothing now have comfort, confidence, and care.
With your help, we're making a positive impact - one child at a time.
IMPORTANT DATES & HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Mark Your Calendar - Important Dates This Season
Giving Tuesday: Tuesday, December 2 Join us online and help us reach our year-end goal!
Holiday Wish: Gift Drop-Off Window: December 2-6Wish Granters drop off gifts for their sponsored child(ren) this week at our Roswell Distribution Center.
Donation Center Closures:
Closed for Donations the Week of Thanksgiving (Nov 24-30)
Closed for Donations the Week of Christmas (Dec 23-Jan 4)
Closed to Volunteers:
Thanksgiving Week: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (Nov 26-28)
Christmas Eve & Christmas Day (Dec 24-25)
New Year's Day (Jan 1)
We'll continue serving families throughout the holidays, and online donations will remain open. Thank you for helping us finish 2025 strong and start the new year with momentum and hope!
Your support before December 31 helps us reach every child still waiting.
Thank you to our Sponsors
Every act of generosity moves our mission forward. Thanks to the unwavering support of private donors, businesses, and foundations, we're able to serve thousands of displaced children each year. Together, we're not just meeting needs - we're changing lives.
