#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
Jennifer T. / Believe in yourself and remember you are resilient
"Believe in yourself and remember you are resilient and strong and capable of anything you put your mind to.."
Eleno Z. / You have the ability to build a successful and happy future for yourself.
"You are strong enough to go through whatever challenges you face."
Madeline A. / Be strong don’t let nobody knock you down!”
"Be strong don’t let nobody knock you down."
Irene E. / You Were Created With a Purpose!
” Don’t give up, forgive yourself, and your life is not over.”
Destiny P. / Don’t give up on you!
“Hang on, you will make it threw, please never give up, you matter”
Michelle T. / You Are Loved
“I know it seems like you’re alone right now, but you’ll get through it and you are loved.”
Priscilla S. / There is a light at the end of the tunnel
"The situation you are in is just temporary there is a light at the end of the tunnel..."
Dr. Keating / Being Fearless
"The negative things people say about you and to you are not true. You're enough. You're smart. You're fearless. You're strong. You have so much to offer."