Friends of the Children

A new generation of mentors is stepping up for America’s most vulnerable kids. Here’s what they’re doing differently and why it works.

@TODAYshow @JennaAndFriends @ciara As a child, Tah-Jae met Ciara through @SeattleFriends and the @WhyNotYouFdn, and years later in a full-circle moment, she surprised @ciara to thank her and share how she inspired her music career. Tah-Jae’s journey shows the power of mentorship and believing in your dreams!

BIG NEWS! Tah-Jae Franklyn, a graduate of Friends of the Children, was featured on the @TODAYshow with @JennaAndFriends and @ciara. Watch her story and the incredible reunion here: friendsofthechildren.org/news/graduate-…

Friends of the Children is excited to share our 2023-2024 Impact Report with you! This year, we highlight the journeys of five graduates from chapters serving youth for over 20 years. Thank you for your unwavering support. Explore the full report here: bit.ly/3BuAazx

BIG NEWS! @nytimes has spotlighted @Simone_Biles’ work with Friends of the Children in their latest feature. The story details how Simone continues to empower youth in the Friends of the Children program to dream big. To read the article, please visit: friendsofthechildren.org/.../new-york-t…...

Good luck, @Simone_Biles! Friends of the Children is cheering you on at the Olympics. Your support means the world to us & we're honored to have you as a champion for our children. This video is from our heart, where amazing youth and Friends send their best wishes. Go @TeamUSA!

I’m excited to share my limited selection of signed leos! There’s also a limited edition stuffed turtle!! All proceeds of both go to the Friends of the Children organization, one of my favorite non-profits helping Foster kids across the country!! 💫💕🐢❤️ Grab yours here! bilesinvitational.com/collections/fr…

BIG NEWS! Simone Biles is featured as the cover story for the February issue of @VanityFair. In the article, @Simone_Biles mentions her work with Friends of the Children and being an advocate for youth experiencing foster care. To read the article, visit: vanityfair.com/style/simone-b…

Happy Holidays! From all of us at Friends of the Children, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and the start of a happy new year!

Congratulations, @Simone_Biles!!

We couldn't say it any better, @Simone_Biles ! Join Simone in being a Champion for Children by supporting youth & families in your community. Your donation, no matter the size, has a meaningful impact on our 12+ year commitment to every young person in our program. Thank you!

Congratulations to @Simone_Biles on being named a CNN Hero! We applaud her work with @FriendsNational, a nonprofit that equips foster children with stable, long-lasting relationships. Learn more ⬇️ cnn.com/videos/tv/2023…

BIG NEWS! World Champion gymnast and youth advocate Simone Biles is talking about Friends of the Children tomorrow night, December 9th, on CNN at 8:00PM EST with reporter Alisyn Camerota! Be sure to tune in tomorrow and tell your friends and family!

Happy Thanksgiving! From all of us at Friends of the Children, we want to share our genuine appreciation for you. Without your support, we couldn’t walk alongside youth for 12+ years, no matter what. Thank you for being part of the Friends of the Children community!

We are excited to share our 2022-2023 Impact Report with you! To access the report and to read the inspiring journeys of the youth and families impacted by Friends of the Children across our national network, please visit: bit.ly/46Be0qe

We are thrilled to share we are opening a location in Philadelphia! The journey started in 2017 when the @thephilacitizen wrote an article about our model & in 2021 invited CEO Terri Sorensen to present at the Ideas We Should Steal Festival. Read more: bit.ly/44BHbrp

@Simone_Biles Thank you for sharing, @Simone_Biles! We are so grateful for all you do for Friends of the Children and for the youth we serve! 💙

Every child deserves a chance to dream big and have a caring relationship that makes all the difference! That's why I'm proud to partner with Friends of the Children. @FriendsNational is an amazing organization that pairs youth impacted by foster care with a dedicated paid, professional mentor for 12+ years, no matter what. Experiencing foster care as a kid, I know the challenges these children face and the importance of having constant support. I'm excited to work with Friends of the Children to bring their model to more places, starting with Houston. Together, we can transform lives and empower youth to chase their dreams! friendsofthechildren.org/news/stand-tog…

Recently, @StandTogether featured @Simone_Biles ' partnership with Friends of the Children to highlight the power of paid, professional mentorship as a long-term solution to support youth and families impacted by foster care. Read more: friendsofthechildren.org/news/stand-tog…

Happy Independence Day from Friends of the Children! We wish you a safe and happy 4th of July holiday. May we continue to pursue freedom, justice, and liberation for all people in communities across the nation!

Happy Pride Month! At Friends of the Children, we believe that every child should feel a sense of belonging and have the support to achieve their hopes and dreams. Join us as we celebrate Pride, belonging, and love! Read more: bit.ly/42lqIGF