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.