Fostering Success Act – Videos
Videos
Meet Dale Cardwell
Dale Cardwell shares a powerful message about how Georgia taxpayers can transform the lives of young people aging out of foster care — at no cost to themselves.Dale’s challenge to you? Take just a few minutes to visit fosteringsuccessact.org and sign up. It’s easy, impactful, and it’s how you can help build a better future — not with a donation, but with money you already owe in taxes.
Meet Ocean
Ocean entered foster care at 13, facing years of uncertainty and instability. By 18, he was on his own, unsure of how to move forward. Through Faitbridge Foster Care and Fostering Success Act, he found the support he needed—housing, education funding, and a community that believed in him.
Meet JC
J.C., a senior at Kennesaw State University, shares how the Fostering Success Act has been a game-changer in his life. After aging out of foster care, he faced financial challenges that made it difficult to focus on school. Thanks to the Fostering Success Act, he received support for essentials like housing and car repairs, allowing him to thrive in college and secure an internship at Jackson Healthcare. His story is proof that investing in foster youth changes lives and strengthens Georgia’s future workforce.
Meet Kevin Greiner
Kevin Greiner, CEO of Gas South, shares his commitment to the Fostering Success Act (FSA) and its mission to transform the lives of Georgia’s foster youth. Kevin discusses how businesses and individuals can redirect their state tax dollars to provide critical resources like housing, education, and job training for the nearly 700 youth who age out of Georgia’s foster care system each year.
2024 Thank You!
As 2024 comes to a close, it’s incredible to reflect on all that has been accomplished for Georgia’s youth aging out of foster care, thanks to your support. For these young people, stepping into adulthood without a safety net can be daunting, but because of you, this year has been a transformative one.
Meet Mely
Mely a former foster youth and college student at Georgia Gwinnett College whose journey from hardship to success is truly inspiring. Through the support of the Fostering Success Act, Mely found the resources and encouragement she needed to thrive.
Meet Eric Tanenblatt
Eric Tanenblatt, Dentons Global Chair of Public Policy and Regulation, is urging Georgia’s business leaders to redirect their tax dollars to foster youth through the Fostering Success Act. Eric is encouraging others to not only participate in the program but to lead by example. By challenging peers and colleagues to join this cause, CEOs and executives can create a ripple effect of support that amplifies the impact on Georgia’s future workforce.
Meet Barbara Dooley
Philanthropist Barbara Dooley shares her passion for supporting Georgia’s foster youth through the Fostering Success Act.
Meet John Solberg
Vice President of Youth Opportunities at FaithBridge, has seen firsthand how the Fostering Success Act transforms the lives of Georgia’s foster youth. FaithBridge, a leading organization committed to supporting these young individuals, works closely with Fostering Success Act to provide essential wraparound services—life coaching, financial assistance, and direct support that help youth overcome the hurdles they face after aging out of foster care.
Meet Ashanti
We are proud to introduce Ashanti, a driven second-semester student at South Georgia Technical College, where she is pursuing a career in welding. Her story exemplifies strength, determination, and the transformative power of support.
Meet Jacklyn
Meet Jackyln, a sophomore at Georgia Tech studying biochemistry. Her path from foster care to a promising career in forensics showcases her determination and resilience, and she thanks Georgia taxpayers for making it possible.
Meet Vlad
Vlad is a junior who was on the verge of dropping out of Columbus State University. One unexpected tuition bill almost cost him his dream until he discovered Faith Bridge and learned about the help he could receive through FSA. Now thanks to financial help from the Fostering Success Act, Vladislav is one step closer to treating professional athletes.
Meet Jazmin
We are excited to share the inspiring journey of Jazmin, a former foster child who is now thriving
as a nursing student at North Georgia Technical College. Entering the foster care system at the
age of 14, Jazmin faced significant challenges, including transitioning through various living
situations before finding a supportive foster family.
Georgia tax filers can apply to receive 100 percent tax credit for donations made to qualified foster support organizations.