iFoster Working with West Virginia Bureau of Medical Services to Provide Resources and Navigation for Foster Youth
In a model we believe has great potential, iFoster is supporting Aetna Better Health of West Virginia to be the managed care organization for foster youth in West Virginia. Along with
Eleven Weeks. 686 Partners. 6,630 Phones and Laptops.
My first indication that COVID-19 was going to dramatically impact foster youth came on March 11 and it came from Los Rios Community College District, the second largest community
TAY AmeriCorps Members Assisting Foster Youth During COVID-19
In 2019, iFoster launched the inaugural year of the TAY (transition age youth) AmeriCorps Program. This groundbreaking program, which was awarded the Best New AmeriCorps Program
Small Investments Make a Big Impact for Foster Youth
May is National Foster Care Month, and it’s important to take the time to recognize the selfless work of those who improve the lives and outcomes for children in foster care. We
iFoster’s Keeping Youth Connected During COVID-19
What iFoster is doing to keep foster youth connected during the crisis. Below is a two-minute update from iFoster’s CEO & Co-Founder, Serita Cox on our cell phone and laptop
Kimberly’s COVID-19 Tips for Staying Healthy & Happy
If you are feeling sick, call your doctor to get directions about the need to get tested and where to seek treatment. This is changing daily and best to call to get most up to date
All About Taxes
WHO SHOULD FILE A TAX RETURN? If you are a U.S. citizen and receive income you may be required to file an individual tax return, Form 1040. WHEN SHOULD YOU FILE YOUR TAX
iFoster is Going on Tour!
In April we announced the CPUC funded Phones For Foster Youth Program, in November we held an event to distribute the first smartphones, and in 2020 we are hitting the road to bring
FAFSA For Foster Youth: Everything You Need To Know
FAFSA season is in full swing! The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (or FAFSA) is the main hub for all college goers to apply for federal and state grants (free money) as well
How Foster Youth Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits
If you are a foster parent caring for a disabled child, he or she may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). There are two disability programs,