About Foster Kids Charity
Our Mission
Foster Kids Charity strives to make sure that every child in the foster care system has their basic, personal needs met. This is accomplished by providing foster children in Texas with basic emergency items: food, clothes, hygienic products, educational support and more.
Our Programs
Foster Kids Charity offers vital programs including educational assistance through our laptop initiative, ensuring foster youth have the tools they need for academic success. We also provide school supplies, holiday gifts, and emergency support to meet the immediate needs of children in foster care.
Our Impact
Since 2011, Foster Kids Charity has supported thousands of children in foster care by providing snack bags, meals, and essential resources year-round. We assist the Dallas Permanency Court with critical needs and partner with caseworkers to ensure foster youth receive laptops, school supplies, clothing, and emergency aid. Our impact continues to grow as we respond to the evolving needs of vulnerable children and their caregivers.
Ways to support Foster Kids Charity
Volunteer with Foster Kids Charity 2025
Are you looking for a meaningful way to make a difference in the lives of foster children and teens? Whether you have extra free time, paid volunteer hours through your workplace, or simply a desire to give back, we would love for you to join our mission. Every contribution, big or small, helps us create a brighter future for foster youth in our community.
How You Can Help
We have several opportunities for volunteers to get involved:
1. Product Donations
Help us meet the needs of foster children and teens with essential and uplifting items:
- Snack Bags: Individual snacks to create care packages for children served at the local adoption court.
- Foster Teen Essentials:
- Deodorant, perfume, and makeup
- Male and female hair care products
- Socks
- Gift cards for popular retail shops and restaurants (favorites include In-N-Out, McDonald’s, Subway, Walmart, Kroger, and Ulta)
2. Laptops and Technology
Many foster teens don’t have access to their own devices, which are critical for education, work, and staying connected.
We need:
- Laptops (new)
- Tablets (new)
- Smartphones (new or refurbished and reset)
- Tripods, Bluetooth headphones/earbuds, Bluetooth speakers, and other gadgets
3. Journals and Stationery
Diary-style notebooks and pens are simple yet impactful tools for teens to express themselves and stay organized.
4. Tickets to Experiences
Donate tickets for:
- Movies
- Sporting events
- Community events
5. Monetary Donations
Financial contributions allow us to address the specific needs of foster youth all year round. Your donations can:
- Help purchase the items listed above.
- Create a dedicated Foster Teen Fund, so we can respond quickly to requests from teens aging out of care, graduating high school, or needing support for independent living.
Why Volunteer with Us?
Foster Kids Charity is committed to supporting foster youth, foster parents, and kinship families. By volunteering your time, skills, or resources, you directly contribute to changing lives.
Workplace Volunteer Hours
Do you have access to paid volunteer hours through your employer? We’d love to have you! Whether you can volunteer regularly or only once in a while, every hour counts.
Get Started Today
Ready to make an impact?
- Donate Products or Funds: Share this need with your coworkers, friends, and family.
- Volunteer Your Time: Help assemble care packages, organize donation drives, or lend a hand at events.
- Spread the Word: Help us grow our reach by sharing our mission.
Together, we can ensure foster children and teens feel seen, supported, and prepared for their futures. Thank you for your kindness and generosity!
Support Foster Kids Charity: Help Us Make a Difference
Foster Kids Charity is a small, community-driven organization based in Dallas, solely funded by the generosity of individuals and local businesses. Unlike large charities backed by grants, we rely entirely on the kindness and support of people like you to sustain our programs and help foster children and teens thrive.
How You Can Support Foster Kids Charity:
Teens:
- Laptops
- Funds for college tuition assistance
- School supplies
- Teen clothing and toiletries
- Wireless speakers and headphones
Food Program:
- Individual-sized snacks for children in courtrooms
Please note: We do not accept gently used items such as clothes, bags, or shoes.
New Ways to Contribute:
- Venmo: Donate directly via Venmo (@foster-kids).
- Donor-Advised Funds: Make a meaningful impact through Vanguard or Fidelity’s Charitable Giving.
- eBay for Charity: Sell an item of value on our eBay for Charity page to support our work.
- Vehicle Donations: Donate your car via Charity Motors to benefit our programs.
- PayPal: Make secure donations through PayPal.
Other Ways to Help:
- Promote our fundraiser on your social media platforms to spread the word.
- Consider donating proceeds from your house or other assets to support Foster Kids Charity.
For donation drop-offs, please contact Raul at 469-686-9805.
For all other inquiries, email Michelle@fosterkidscharity.org.
Your contributions, whether financial or product donations, ensure we can continue making a difference in the lives of foster children and teens. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Uplift: Foster Teens Support
Uplift: Empowering Foster Teens for a Brighter Future
Mission: To provide foster teens with the tools and resources for education, career success & independent living.
Program Providing:
- Laptops or Tablets for education and career development.
- Prepaid cell phones
- Uber gift cards
- Transitional kits with hygiene products, first aid kits school supplies (writing supplies, binders, back packs).
- Undergarments (Bras, Underwear for men (SML/women 6-8, t-shirts for men/women)
- Free tickets to fun outings: basketball games, movies, classes, and more.
How You Can Help:
- Donate any of the Items above
- Send monetary donations: Help us purchase laptops, transitional kits and event tickets.
- Volunteer Opportunities: Host a drive for transitional kits, volunteer at teen events.
Ways to Give
1. One-Time Donations: Make a single, impactful contribution to support our laptop program and provide foster children with the tools they need to thrive.
2. Monthly Giving: Join our Monthly Giving program and pledge a recurring donation to ensure a sustained impact on the lives of foster youth. Your consistent support will make a lasting difference.
3. Corporate Sponsorship: Partner with us through corporate sponsorship opportunities and demonstrate your commitment to corporate social responsibility.
4. Fundraising Campaigns: Organize a fundraising campaign on behalf of our laptop program and mobilize your network to raise funds for foster youth. Whether it's a virtual event, a charity run, or a social media campaign, your efforts will directly impact their lives.
5. Matching Gifts: Double the impact of your donation through your employer's matching gift program. Check if your company offers this benefit, as it can effectively double your contribution and support even more foster children.
Remember, every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference in the lives of foster children. Choose the option that resonates with you and help us empower these deserving youth with the gift of technology.
Contact Us: michelle@fosterkidscharity.org
Please mail your contribution check to:
Foster Kids Charity
12830 Hillcrest Rd Suite 111
Dallas Texas 75230
Vision
The vision of Foster Kids Charity is to improve the well-being of children while they are in foster care and to educate volunteers about the foster care system. With increased well-being and awareness, we hope to achieve our goal of increasing the number of adoptions for foster children.
Photo Gallery
Yoggi Ferrlle foster care night was a fun night at movie grill including dinner and movie!
