We Care Foster Care

Behind the Scenes Support 💙

When we talk about foster care, we often focus on foster families — but it truly takes a community to support children and youth in care.

Behind the scenes, there are so many individuals showing up every single day: caseworkers, mentors, volunteers, teachers, advocates, and partners — all working together to create stability, build connections, and open doors to opportunity. Each role matters. Each connection counts.

During Foster Care Awareness Month, we recognize that supporting young people in care isn’t one person’s responsibility — it’s a shared commitment. From education and advocacy to mentorship and everyday encouragement, these collective efforts help youth move from surviving to thriving.

We are grateful for every individual who helps create stronger, more supportive communities for the children we serve.

💬 Who is someone in your life that has made a difference by simply showing up consistently?

Big change is built through consistent care — and that’s exactly what our Monthly Heroes provide.

When you give monthly, you’re doing more than making a donation. You’re helping sustain the educational programs, life skills support, and advocacy that youth in foster care rely on every day. You’re helping create stability, opportunity, and a path forward — not just during Foster Care Awareness Month, but all year long.

At We Care Foster Care, we believe every young person deserves the resources and opportunities they need to thrive. Monthly Heroes make that possible by showing up with steady, reliable support that grows over time.

Interested in becoming a Monthly Hero? Learn more at:
https://www.wecarefostercare.org/monthly-heroes

What does foster care really feel like for a child?

REMOVED is a powerful 3-part film series that gives us a glimpse into that reality—highlighting the emotional impact of being removed from home, adjusting to foster families, and holding on to hope.

These films remind us that behind every case file is a child who needs compassion, patience, and belonging. Watch for free on YouTube.

👉 Take time to watch all three parts
👉 Share to spread awareness
👉 Consider how you can support foster youth in your community

Together, we can create a future where every child feels safe and seen.

Every child has a story—and in foster care, those stories often include loss, confusion, and resilience.

The short film series Removed (Parts 1, 2 & 3) follows the emotional journeys of two young children navigating the foster care system after being taken from their homes. Through their eyes, we see what so many children experience—fear, separation, hope, and the deep need for stability and love.

At We Care Foster Care, we believe understanding these stories is the first step toward changing them. Watch for free on YouTube.

💙 Watch.
💙 Learn.
💙 Be part of the difference.

This month is a reminder: kids in foster care deserve more than survival — they deserve opportunity, stability, and a future filled with possibility.

That’s why we offer educational programs, community-connected resources, and unique opportunities that help young people thrive.

This month, let’s be the community that shows up — consistently, compassionately, and with purpose. Join us in May — share, volunteer, donate, or partner.

Orthodontics Dental Specialists

We are incredibly grateful to DR. FEE and the PLYMOUTH ORTHODONTICS team, and DR. DAVID LIPTON at MICHIGAN DENTAL SPECIALISTS, as well as many other supporting dental professionals, for their generosity and compassion in donating orthodontic services to one of the teens we serve.

Because of their kindness, this young person now has the opportunity to smile with confidence—something every child deserves.

Thank you for investing not just in a smile, but in a brighter future. ✨

Build Your Future in Skilled Trades – Two Opportunities to Get Started

🏗️ 🧱 🪜The City of Detroit Skilled Trades Task Force, chaired by Council Member At-Large Mary Waters, Council Member Denzel McCampbell, and Council Member Renata Miller.
https://detroitmi.gov/events/skilled-trades-tasks-force-meeting-0

"Join us for a Skilled Trades Task Force Meeting on Wednesday, May 20 from 4–6 PM at Farwell Recreation Center (2711 Outer Drive E) or virtually via Zoom.

This session will provide valuable information on tuition-free apprenticeship programs, union opportunities, and how to begin a career helping rebuild Detroit."

🐯 ⚾Then, take the next step at the “Making the Cut” Hiring Event on Saturday, May 23 at Comerica Park (Go Tigers!), hosted by the Northern Midwest Regional Council of Carpenters. This hands-on hiring event offers participants the chance to showcase their skills, connect with contractors, and potentially secure employment on the spot—no prior experience required. https://www.mlb.com/tigers/fans/making-the-cut

We Care believes in the skilled trades, and we're preparing our youth to be the workforce of Detroit's Future!

When we talk about foster care, we’re really talking about needs.

From basic necessities like food and safety, to deeper needs like belonging, confidence, and opportunity — every young person deserves a foundation to grow from.

At We Care Foster Care, our work is about helping youth move forward — step by step — from stability to thriving.

💙 Inspire Change. Ignite Hope. Transform Lives.

💬 Which of these needs do you think communities can help support the most?

In Michigan, nearly 10,000 children are in foster care — each one with potential, resilience, and a future worth investing in.

At We Care Foster Care, we believe every child deserves more than stability — they deserve opportunity, connection, and the chance to thrive. Through education, life skills, and advocacy, we’re working to ensure that every young person has the support they need to build a brighter future.

💙 Inspire Change. Ignite Hope. Transform Lives.

💬 What’s one way you’ve seen community support make a difference in a young person’s life?

MANY THANKS TO LEON & LULU for your continued support. Your generosity and belief in our mission mean more than we can express, and we’re honored to have you as a partner.

Thank you also to everyone who shopped last Saturday to help support ‘our’ kids in foster care. 10% of all sales was donated by Leon & Lulu and will help fund enrichment classes and summer programs for many deserving youths!

Missed our shopping event but would like to make a donation? Please visit wecarefostercare.org. Do you have a business that could host a fundraising event? Contact us at [email protected]