#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
Casey I. / Fight for your dreams
I held a grudge and so much anger for so long. Therapy helped me go back and deal with the trauma. Now I'm free and proud of who I am.
Yajaira C. / Never let anyone take your joy
Failures happen all the time, but what matters is how many times we get back up to keep going.
Shyiteimaih C. / Be patient, you will find yourself
I still stand above everything as a successful foster child.
Candace O. / Stay motivated
It has always been my motivation to do better in life, and to continue to work hard towards the things I want.
Sandy S. / Don't give up on yourself
He never gave up on himself, and is now an experienced chef!
Cindy G. / Embrace learning opportunities and life lessons
My advice would be: how you react to your situation will determine how you come out of your situation. Embrace learning opportunities and life lessons.
Toni C. / Don't give up NO MATTER WHAT
People do care and there are good people out there.
Nadin M. / Keep pushing forward
I leaned on my wraparound team (mentors) and I always pushed forward