Texas Alliance for Youth Success

06/17/2026

Sharing on behalf of Think of Us:

Think of Us is inviting eligible Texas Kinship Caregivers to apply for a chance to receive a $500 cash grant. The application is open from June 16, 2026 through July 16, 2026.

You may be eligible if you (1) currently live in Texas, and (2) are a Kinship Caregiver–caring for a child under age 18 who is not your biological child

The grant can be used in whatever way best supports your needs, including housing, education, transportation, bills, or other personal expenses.

For more information and to apply, click here: https://www.thinkofus.org/our-work/check-for-us-micro-cash-grant.

Questions? Email [email protected].

06/17/2026

Because of the generosity of our partners at One Simple Wish, Vlad is heading into the new semester with a brand-new laptop! 💻✨

Thank you, OSW, for helping remove barriers and investing in the future of young people like Vlad. ❤️

05/20/2026

BIG NEWS: Yesterday, the House passed H.R. 7432 (The Fostering the Future Act), which is now headed to the Senate.

Each year, over 15,000 young people age out of foster care without the support they need to thrive. Today, Congress took a monumental step to change that.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Fostering the Future Act (H.R. 7432) — a bipartisan legislative package that modernizes the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood.

CSSP and the CARES Initiative applaud Bipartisan Congressional leadership, and thank , , and for their partnership – and join them all in celebrating today’s passage.

As Alexandra Citrin, our Director of Family Autonomy and Child Welfare Policy, said:

“When policymakers listen to young people, advocates, and organizations devoted to implementing research-backed solutions, then common sense policy can reach and transform the lives of young people across the country.”

This is the first step. CSSP reiterates our commitment to advancing solutions that reimagine how policy supports young people in their communities.

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05/13/2026

💛 Monthly Giving Week is here! 💛

This week is all about building lasting impact through monthly giving. When you start a new recurring gift of $5 or more, you help unlock bonus funds (Givebutter gives TAFYS $10 more) that directly support young people impacted by foster care.

Every monthly donor matters—and every gift adds up to real change.

📱 Text TAFYS to 53-555 to get started today.

🗓️ May 10–15, 2026

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05/09/2026

05/07/2026

Today we celebrate the incredible youth workers who dedicate their time, compassion, and energy to supporting young people every day.

Thank you for advocating, mentoring, encouraging, and creating safe spaces where youth can grow and thrive. Your impact reaches far beyond what words can express. 💙

04/21/2026

A sibling is more than a family member. They are a witness to your life. 👫

For youth in foster care, a brother or sister can be the one person who remembers your childhood, who shares your story, who understands the loss.
When the system separates siblings, it doesn't just separate bodies—it separates hearts.

This April, we are standing with the National Network for Fostering Sibling Connections for the first-ever National Sibling Connections Awareness Month. Join us in fighting for policies and practices that prioritize connection.

04/17/2026

If you’ve ever thought about fostering or adopting, this is a great chance to learn more and see how you can make a difference close to home. 👧👶

💙HIDALGO COUNTY FOSTER & ADOPTION RECRUITMENT EVENT
❤ When: Saturday, May 2, 2026
💜Time: 1-4 p.m.
💚Where: UTRGV Community Engagement and Student Success Building: 1407 E. Freddy Gonzalez Dr. Edinburg, Texas 78539

04/15/2026

Did you know? 🤔

Up to 75% of siblings in foster care are separated from each other.

That means thousands of brothers and sisters grow up apart—often losing their only consistent source of love and support.

This April, we are proud to recognize National Sibling Connections Awareness Month. Follow the National Network for Fostering Sibling Connections to learn how you can help change these numbers.

03/09/2026

Through our national wish-granting partnership with OSW, Stephanie received her requested Meta Glasses. Programs like WishSpark help make meaningful wishes possible for young people in foster care.

TAFYS is grateful to be part of making moments like this happen. 💙