Thousands Disconnected
Nearly 25,000 young people age out of the American foster care system each year.
This issue of Casey Connects focuses on the quest to ensure that each and every young person exits foster care with a lifelong, caring connection. It’s a movement that is gaining momentum across America with Casey's support. Two smaller stories celebrate individuals and organizations that are making a positive difference in the lives of children, families and communities.
Representatives from more than 40 states came together to attend the Casey Foundation’s meeting on permanence. The end result? A strong national consensus that no young person should exit foster care without a lifelong connection to a caring adult.