Fostering Media Connections

You can now support Fostering Media Connections by selecting us as your round-up charity at Walmart! As a nonprofit, we depend on your support to continue providing the child welfare-focused journalism, webinars & trainings you won't find anywhere else. bit.ly/42nRXRX

The Freedom of Information Act works best when agencies prioritize the public’s interest and proactively disclose public records. Support government transparency and participate in #SunshineWeek2026. Support our work and uphold your right to know. imprintnews.fundjournalism.org/donate/

Sunshine Week reminds us that transparency matters and so does your support. Your donation helps us continue bringing truth, clarity, and accountability to our community. Give today to fuel @TheImprintNews reporting. imprintnews.fundjournalism.org/donate/

We’re halfway through Sunshine Week – and our Circle of Supporters has  offered to match donations up to $2,500 to help us reach our fundraising goal. This means your support for @TheImprintNews will go twice as far this week. Click the link to donate: imprintnews.fundjournalism.org/donate/

Sunshine Week is the perfect time to support transparent, impactful journalism. You can help by purchasing FMC merch. Every purchase supports FMC's programs! Shop here: fosteringmediaconnections.org/store

We’re excited #SunshineWeek is here and proud to join government organizations, news outlets and civic groups in highlighting the significance of transparency and accountability. Join the discussion: sunshineweek.org Support our nonprofit newsroom: imprintnews.fundjournalism.org/donate/

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The Imprint proudly features the work of young writers with lived experience in the child welfare and youth justice systems. Youth Voices Rising Editor Tracey Onyenacho selected 10 pieces from 2025 to feature in our year-end roundup. imprintnews.org/youth-voice/be…

Thanks to readers like you who donated to Fostering Media Connections and our programs, we raised $51,790 through our #NewsMatch campaign, exceeding our goal to raise $50,000. Because of your generosity, we’re equipped to continue delivering trustworthy journalism in 2026.

Every gift counts 💙 We’re on a mission to reach 100 new donors by the end of the year, and we still need 75 more! Your support, no matter the size, can help make it happen. Donate to support our work today: donate.stripe.com/00g1553qCf4k8g…

Join @YVRising for their last virtual event of the year, today! Listen to panelists reflect on why they choose to share their lived experiences publicly—and the impact that comes from speaking truth to power. Register now for free: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

In announcing its goal of ensuring there's a Home for Every Child, ACF cited The Imprint's data project as the only source of information on foster care capacity in America. Your support helps sustain this this work. Click the link below to donate today. imprintnews.fundjournalism.org/donate/

Join The Imprint team on Dec. 9 for an online discussion on this year's reporting and where child welfare and youth justice coverage should head in 2026. Click the link below to save your spot! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Have a question you want to ask one of our child welfare and juvenile justice reporters? Join us on Dec. 9 to discuss Imprint reporting highlights this year and where child welfare and youth justice coverage should head in 2026.  Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Head over to @YVRising's page to check out the latest pieces from the Voices of Foster Youth in Minnesota series in partnership with foster advocates.

Youth Voices Rising's newsletter provides updates on writing opportunities, upcoming events, and features original work from YVR contributors. Sign up today to stay connected! dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/837775/1…

If you haven't had the chance to read the series, check it out now: imprintnews.org/special-series…

We are excited to announce that The Imprint has earned the INN Insight Award for Explanatory Journalism for its series Medicated in Foster Care: Who’s Looking Out? by Michael Fitzgerald, Jeremy Loudenback, and Susanti Sarkar. #medium-division-sep" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">inn.org/about/our-work… #INNYs2025

FMC is excited to be at #TCCAC2025. Come check out Fostering Media Connections (The Imprint News, SafeCamp Audio, Fostering Families Today and Youth Voices Rising). We’d love to discuss subscription and marketing opportunities with you!

Your morning coffee, your grocery run, your favorite weekend tee — they can all fuel change.  Shop our store to support programs like Youth Voices Rising Fostering Families Today, and The Imprint! Check it out now ⬇️⬇️⬇️ fosteringmediaconnections.org/store