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Capitol Beat – “Tax credit to help kids aging out of foster care raises nearly $10 million”
The Fostering Success Act raised nearly $10 million in its first year, quickly becoming one of Georgia’s most impactful tax credit programs for supporting youth aging out of foster care.
GPB – “Tax credit to help kids aging out of foster care raises nearly $10 million”
With nearly $10 million raised in year one, the Fostering Success Act is delivering critical housing, education, and counseling support to Georgia youth transitioning out of foster care.
WUGA – “Fostering Success Act, Inc. supports young adults aging out of foster care”
FSA, Inc. is actively changing the trajectory of young adults aging out of foster care by connecting them to resources like education, healthcare, and housing—thanks to Georgia’s innovative tax credit program.
AJC – “A Christmas message for Georgia’s youth aging out of foster care”
This heartfelt Christmas message from FSA founder Rick Jackson highlights the urgent needs of Georgia’s aging-out foster youth and how the Fostering Success Act gives all Georgians the opportunity to offer lasting hope—at no personal cost.
The Imprint – “New Partnership Offers to Pay Tuition for Georgia Foster Youth”
A new partnership fueled by Georgia’s foster youth tax credit is covering college tuition for former foster youth, opening doors to education that were once financially out of reach.
Saportareport – “Georgia’s new tax credit program is an opportunity for former foster youth to pursue their dreams”
The Fostering Success Act empowers aged-out foster youth to pursue education and independence, while giving Georgia taxpayers a no-cost way to be part of their success stories.
AJC – “Georgia tax credit expansion increases incentives to adopt teens”
Georgia’s recent expansion of the foster care tax credit now includes incentives for adopting older youth, encouraging more families to open their homes to teens who might otherwise age out without support.
Savannah Business Journal – “Opinion: Georgia tax credit program making a difference in lives of Savannah youth aging out”
The Fostering Success Act is making a measurable impact in Savannah, helping youth aging out of foster care access vital services like housing, counseling, and transportation—all thanks to a tax credit that costs donors nothing.
WUGA – “Former foster youth joins UGA alumni with aid from tax credit program”
With support from Georgia’s foster care tax credit, one former foster youth proudly graduated from the University of Georgia—showcasing the life-changing power of this program to create educational success.
Georgia’s foster care tax credit is changing lives!
For one KSU sophomore, it’s the support she needed to return to school, pursue her dream of becoming a therapist, and cover essentials like rent and transportation.
This program gives former foster youth the same opportunities as their peers. Click Here to Read the Article
FOSTERING SUCCESS ACT featured on WSB-TV’s People to People in ATLANTA!
Heidi Carr and former foster youth Mely Lopez sit down with Condace Pressley of People to People on WSB-TV ATLANTA to discuss how the Fostering Success Act tax credit has helped Mely pursue her college degree and how business and taxpayers can help young adults like Mely. Click here to watch the interview!
New Partnership Offers to Pay Tuition for Georgia Foster Youth
The scholarship fund — the first of its kind in the state — is the result of a partnership between Fostering Success Act Inc., a nonprofit, and the University System of Georgia Foundation. Click Here to Learn More!
Georgia’s new tax credit program is an opportunity for former foster youth
The tax credit program seeks to give these former foster youth, aged 18 to 26, the same opportunities as any young adult who has healthy parents in their lives. Click Here to Learn More!
Fostering Success Act, Inc. partners with University System of Georgia Foundation
FSA partnered with USGF to raise funds for scholarships that will help youth aging out of Georgia’s foster care system attend one of the state’s 26 public colleges and universities, covering tuition balances, housing, and meal plans. Click Here to Learn More!
FOSTERING SUCCESS ACT ON FOX 5 ATLANTA!
Heidi Carr and former foster youth Mike Conger sit down with FOX 5 ATLANTA to discuss the life-changing initiative. Click Here to Learn More!
AccessWDUN – “Listen: Executive Director of Fostering Success Act Heidi Carr speaks about the graduation of foster kids from school”
FSA Executive Director Heidi Carr shares inspiring stories of former foster youth graduating and thriving, underscoring how Georgia’s tax credit is fueling real educational achievement.
Georgia tax filers can apply to receive 100 percent tax credit for donations made to qualified foster support organizations.