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Foster Can, Inc. was founded in 2020 by Carrie Relf, a former youth in foster care that has dedicated her career to helping youth a families achieve positive outcomes despite their current circumstances for the past 15 years. Carrie knows first hand the challenges that come with transitioning our of care with minimal support and wants to assure that this generation is better positioned for life after foster care.
Foster Can Inc. is an organization committed to helping youth and young adults in foster care, foster care alumni, and disadvantaged communities overcome barriers to social, educational, and vocational success. At Foster Can, Inc. We believe that "can" beats "can't" every time. We aim to reduce stigma associated with the foster care experience and support individuals in their transition. With the right support, there is nothing out of reach.
The communities we serve include the 8 counties of the Capital Region: Albany, Columbia, Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Warren and Washington. We hope to expand to additional counties throughout New York State.
Our Mission: Our mission is to bridge current youth in foster care and alumni in transition to resources to help them overcome social, academic, vocational, and housing barriers through coaching, mentorship, and charity.
Our Vision: We envision a time where the academic, career, and housing statistics of current youth in care and alumni tell a story of success and resilience.
Our Diversity Statement:
"THE BEST PART OF US IS YOU!"
HONORING DIVERSITY, FOSTERING EQUITY, PROMOTING INCLUSION, ENCOURAGING JUSTICE, AND INSPIRING BELONGING!
We believe that a diverse and inclusive work and service environment is just the beginning. It is our goal to foster a community of team members and individuals we serve who feel they belong. Along with diversity, equity, and inclusion; justice and belonging are cornerstones to our mission. We are committed to doing the hard work to ensure that Foster Can, Inc is a safe place for all despite experience, race, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or religion. We embrace collaboration with other organizations doing the same!