October 2023 Updates
As we approach October 10th, a date marked as World Homelessness Day, we wanted to share with you the sobering realities faced by our fellow Rhode Islanders and the tireless efforts of Foster Forward to make a difference.
September 2023 Updates
As the biggest and busiest retail season of the year kicks in, I’m excited to tell you about one of Rhode Island’s most special shopping experiences – the Foster Forward Community Storefront. Here are seven reasons why it’s a wonder for foster families and the youth in their care…
ONE|NB and Taunton Avenue Collaborative Close on Purchase of Vacant Taunton Avenue Property, Plans Underway for Transformative Housing Initiative in East Providence
ONE Neighborhood Builders (ONE|NB) recently purchased three contiguous vacant and blighted properties - for a total acquisition of 2.95 acres of land - on Taunton Avenue in East Providence and will transform the site into a mixed-income residential community, featuring 160 new apartments and plentiful amenities.
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Did you know that Hispanic, Black and LGBTQ+ youth are overrepresented AND underserved in foster care?
It's true. These youth and young people remain in foster care longer, are adopted less frequently, and must overcome discrimination, trauma, and other foster care hurdles to find success.