Every young person deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported - especially within the foster care system. But for LGBTQ+ youth, that sense of belonging can often feel out of reach.

As Father’s Day approaches, it’s a time to honor the men who shape lives through love, guidance, and quiet strength. At Brighter Futures, we believe fatherhood isn’t defined by biology - it’s defined by presence, compassion, and a willingness to stand beside a child through life’s challenges. Whether you're a foster dad, stepdad, grandfather, uncle, or male mentor, your role can have a profound and lasting impact on the life of a child or young adult in foster care.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the importance of emotional wellbeing—and for foster families, mental health support is more than important: it’s essential.

May is National Foster Care Awareness Month—a special time to honor the incredible resilience of children and youth in foster care, as well as the dedicated caregivers who support them. At Brighter Futures, we see firsthand how fostering transforms not only the lives of children, but also the lives of the families who welcome them with open hearts.