#GreaterThan Series
Real Stories From Foster Youth.
Why #GreaterThan?
#GreaterThan is a storytelling series built on the beliefs that:
Every foster youth is greater than the statistics used to define them.
Every young adult aging out of the system has the power to become greater than the circumstances they were born into.
All of us have the chance to be greater today than we were yesterday.
These aren't inspiration stories for the sake of it. They're proof that the statistics were never the whole story.
If you have experience in foster care, we’d love to hear your story.
Whether you’re reflecting on your experience in or aging out of foster care, sharing where you are today and what you’re working toward, or celebrating a recent win you’re proud of, your story matters—and we want to hear it.
As a thank you for sharing, we’ve partnered with One Simple Wish, an organization that grants wishes to individuals impacted by foster care. Our team will submit a wish on your behalf as a small token of our appreciation. Learn more at onesimplewish.org.
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↓ Meet the Voices of #GreaterThan
JORDAN / GIVE FOSTER YOUTH THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE ACTION
"I believe that all individuals should have the right to education, services, and opportunities to be involved in shaping policies and practices that dictate their lives."
KIMBERLY / BE CONFIDENT IN WHAT YOU ARE ADVOCATING FOR
"Never stop believing that you have the power to shape and reform the foster care system."
LUCERO NOYOLA / FIND A COMMUNITY, DON'T TRY TO DO IT ALONE
"The most defining moment in my probation foster care experience was when I connected with adults that saw beyond the "criminal" label and treated me like a person. They took an interest in my life, told me I had potential, and offered me support to pursue my interests."
RICK PITTMAN / ADVERSITY IS THE MOTHER OF PROGRESS
"Ultimately, my journey through the foster care system helped me to become a resilient and independent person. For any young person out there who may be currently struggling in care, keep persevering, focus on your strengths, and you will be rewarded in due time."
ANYSSA AVALOS / DON'T LET ANYBODY PUT YOU DOWN
"Anything is possible no matter what you've been through."
IXCHEL MARTINEZ / NEVER TAKE ANYTHING FOR GRANTED
"Being in foster care brought me closer to myself and gave me an unshakable purpose in life."
KAYLA COOK / YOU CAN DO ANYTHING AND BE ANYBODY YOU WISH TO BE
"Being in foster care doesn’t have to be a negative thing. It means strength and perseverance. I believe in you."
MARILYN ARGUELLO / MY PAST DOESN'T DEFINE ME
"Foster care has taught me that my past doesn't define me that I'm not just another statistic. With hard work, I can do anything and everything I want to be and do in life!"