It’s not just our name. It’s what we do.

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We’re building a Minnesota where

Everyone involved in the state’s foster care system has the same access to opportunities and outcomes as their peers.

Foster voices are respected and community expertise is sought in every aspect of the child welfare system

The Pillars of Our Work

We collectively organize with Fosters

Relationships →

We center and elevate the lived experiences of Fosters

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We advocate for legislative, policy, and practice reform at all levels

Reform →

Making Moves: MN Foster Movement Updates

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See what our Foster community is building, sharing and celebrating in real time.

Thank you to everyone who has submitted stories about the impact of FIG! We have shared quotes from Jacquelyn and many others with the Higher Education conference committee and are tracking the last few days of the session closely. Stay tuned for ses
Join us on June 10th for Empower and Thrive, the first Foster-specific college resource fair in the state! We are so excited to partner with Minneapolis College to host this gathering for MN Fosters, no matter where you are on your college journey!
Minnesota Fosters - want to be the first in the state to see the full MN Promise report? Want to be in (virtual) community while you dive in? Join Foster Advocates for a virtual co-reading session supported by staff and MN Promise leaders. This space
"The Fostering Independence Grant has been nothing short of life-changing...It's helped me heal, grow, and give back to the very system I once struggled in." What is YOUR Fostering Independence Grants impact story? Check out what Izzy W. f