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So many caregivers feel overwhelmed and unsupported, which leads to many homes closing the door to fostering.

But we believe it doesn’t have to be this way.
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We believe that CONSISTENCY can help children, youth, and families experience foster care differently. When families receive support on a consistent, reliable basis, they feel more equipped to continue the hard work of fostering.

Together we can change the way children, youth, and families experience foster care.

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THERE ARE OVER 400,000 CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE ACROSS THE UNITED STATES

National Angels chapters are building communities of people all across the country that are literally changing the way children, youth, and families experience foster care. Passionate donors, volunteers, mentors, partners, and advocates across the nation are all ripples in the sea of change for our foster care community.

National Angels has 21 active chapters in 15 states, with even more waiting to get started.

YOU HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE THE STATS

CHANGE THE STATS

A gift to our programs means children, youth, and families experiencing foster care are supported through intentional giving, relationships, and mentorship. Parents are given the support they need to keep their doors open. Children and youth are empowered with the confidence and tools needed to live up to their fullest potential.

RESEARCH SHOWS THAT OUR PROGRAMS ARE COMBATTING THE STATISTICS
The Bakersfield Angels mission is to transform foster care in our community, and we’re getting the results to back up our success. Researchers with the Texas Institute for Child and Family Wellbeing at the University of Texas have begun to evaluate the impact of our programs. Their findings have shown how we are empowering community members to change the foster care statistics and build lifelong connections.

Meet important needs and provide long-term support for children, youth, and families in a way that is not offered through traditional services models.

Establish relational permanence. National Angels volunteers remain committed to families and youth, and often stay connected with them after their volunteer period has ended.

Create normalcy opportunities for youth in foster care, which promotes healthy social development and well-being.

The social capital generated through National Angels programming can help reduce hardships experienced by children and families by providing relationship-based resources to navigate challenges.

The Love Box Program
Hear about our Love Box program from Zach Lambert, who has been a recipient of the Love Box as a foster parent, and given the Love Box as a volunteer.