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Rutledge Youth Foundation Learn more about our organization, services, & becoming a foster parent on our website!

We are a non-profit child welfare agency with a mission to provide all families with safe, supportive, and stable homes through appropriate resources and support.

10/16/2026

Happy Friday! We are back with another Forever Home Friday video. Today we are celebrating a youth that achieved guardianship with their grandparents.

Help us give children in foster care a bag of their own! 🧳💙 When a child enters foster care, so much can change in an in...
10/15/2026

Help us give children in foster care a bag of their own! 🧳💙

When a child enters foster care, so much can change in an instant. Having a suitcase to carry their belongings can help provide a little comfort and sense of dignity during an uncertain time.

We are collecting suitcases and duffel bags to help make transition a little easier for the children we serve.

Here is how you can help:

•Drop off New or Gently Used Suitcases or Duffel Bags to Our Office During Business Hours (8:30am-4:30pm)
OR
•Shop Online & Ship Suitcases or Duffel Bags to Our Office
OR
•Make a Dedicated Donation via Venmo. Our Venmo is Rutledge_Youth_Foundation.

We would love your help!

A big thank you to Brave Hazel Boutique for allowing us to attend their BRAVE DAYS - Merchants, Music & Makers FestivalW...
10/12/2026

A big thank you to Brave Hazel Boutique for allowing us to attend their BRAVE DAYS - Merchants, Music & Makers Festival

We loved meeting with the community, sharing information about our agency, and spreading the word about the need for foster parents.

Mental Health matters. Especially for children and families who have experienced trauma. Mental Health support can be a ...
10/10/2026

Mental Health matters. Especially for children and families who have experienced trauma. Mental Health support can be a bridge to stronger families and brighter futures. Here at Rutledge Youth Foundation, caring for families means caring for their Mental Health.

This World Mental Health Day, let’s create spaces where everyone feels safe to ask for help.

This Saturday, October 10th, our agency with be attending Brave Hazel Boutique’s- BRAVE DAYS - Merchants, Music & Makers...
10/09/2026

This Saturday, October 10th, our agency with be attending Brave Hazel Boutique’s- BRAVE DAYS - Merchants, Music & Makers Festival in Carlinville Plaza. Stop on by if you would like to get more information about our agency and how to become a foster parent. We will be giving out coloring sheets, Rutledge swag, and brochures!

We are honored to have Rutledge Youth Foundation guided by a Board of Directors who are committed to our mission and hav...
10/07/2026

We are honored to have Rutledge Youth Foundation guided by a Board of Directors who are committed to our mission and have long service history in human service organizations/administrations, finance, nonprofit organizations, and social work practices.

Our Board of Directors is made up of 7 to 9 Members. In the upcoming months, we will be spotlighting our Board Members to recognize their dedication to our mission.

Cheryl Swenny has been a Board Member for the past two years. Cheryl has 42 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Profession Counselor and Nationally Certified School Psychologist. Cheryl has been passionate about helping in child welfare for the past 35 years.

One of Cheryl’s favorite things about Rutledge Youth Foundation is hearing the success stories. She loves seeing our Forever Home Friday videos and how dedicated our staff is to Rutledge Youth Foundation’s mission.

When it comes to fundraising, Cheryl’s top pick is our Annual Angel Tree Fundraiser. Our Angel Tree helps provide Christmas gifts for youth in care by having community members “adopt” a youth for Christmas and providing the gifts to the youth.

10/02/2026

It’s Forever Home Friday! Today, we are celebrating a child who was returned home to their mother.

Reunification is always the goal. Today, we celebrate it!

Rutledge Youth Foundation is seeking a nurturing and structured foster home for a sweet and loving five‑year‑old boy. He...
09/30/2026

Rutledge Youth Foundation is seeking a nurturing and structured foster home for a sweet and loving five‑year‑old boy. He thrives with consistent routines and meaningful one‑on‑one attention from his caregivers. This child is kindhearted and enjoys being helpful around the house. He loves cars, music, and staying active. He enjoys running, playing, and exploring are some of his favorite things.
He would benefit from a home with a yard, or one located near a playground where he can safely play and burn energy.

He is deeply bonded with his siblings and especially enjoys spending time with his older siblings. Because of this, he may do well in a foster home with one or two older children. He is also enjoys attending church and participating in faith‑based activities. Being part of a family who can support and encourage his spiritual interests would be a wonderful fit for him.

This young boy has so much love to give and would flourish in a supportive, stable foster family who can provide comfort, patience, structure, and a nurturing environment.

If you are interested, please contact Pete Norell at (217)525-7757 EXT 1227

Address

151 N Bruns Lane
Springfield, IL
62702

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12175257757

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