Foster America is committed to sharing the lessons learned from our work. Visit this section for frequently updated resources about ongoing efforts to transform the child welfare system.
Child protection is a complicated system, and the policies that govern it vary from state to state. Here, you’ll gain a foundational understanding of the system created to protect children – and learn about its shortfalls.
To create a truly sustainable alternative to traditional foster care, we must ensure the voices of those most impacted by the child welfare system are at the heart of all innovation efforts.
In 2026, Foster America marks a decade of building an alternative to a child welfare system rooted in crisis—and proving that families thrive when support comes early, with dignity, and led by community.
