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TwigBox - Care Packages for Former Foster Youth

1/23/2020

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Every month, almost 2000 teenagers will "age out" of the foster care system in the United States. The outcomes for this particular population are dismal at best. Far too often, these young adults will end up in prison, homeless, trafficked, or dead within a few years. 
    
After reaching the age of 18, 20% of children who were in foster care will be instantly homeless. Only 50% of former foster youth will be gainfully employed by the age of 24. Less than 3% of young adults who age out of foster care will earn a college degree and 25% won't finish high school or earn their GED. As many as 7 out of 10 young women who have aged out will be pregnant before the age of 21 and approximately half of the young adults who have aged out of foster care will develop a substance dependence. 

We believe that these are our kids and that we must do something to help encourage and inspire them to rise above their circumstances by offering practical help and support. ​
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​Our TwigBox program is designed to do just that. Former foster youth are able to request a free monthly care package through our website. They simply fill out the form once a month with their current address and specific needs. Our team packs a box of hygiene products and personal care items specifically for that individual and includes some special treats, a gift card, and a personal note. That box is then shipped directly to the former foster youth completely free of charge. 
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​Wherever that young adult finds themselves, whether it is in a college dormitory or at boot camp or in a shelter, they know that there are people who believe in them and are cheering them on. Their tangible needs for things like toothpaste, shampoo, and deodorant are met while their heart is encouraged and they are reminded that they are valuable and important. 
Know a former foster youth who would benefit from receiving a TwigBox? Encourage them to register online at www.thetwigcares.com/twigbox. Want to support the TwigBox program and help us meet the growing demand for these boxes? Give online at www.thetwigcares.com and annotate your gift toward TwigBox. 
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  • Who We Are
    • Our Mission/Our Vision
    • Our History
    • Our Board
    • Our Staff
    • Contact Us
  • What We Do
    • What We Do
    • Shopping Days
    • New Placement Appointments
    • The 127 Project
    • TwigBox
  • Branching Out
  • How to Help
    • Volunteer
    • Give
    • Pray
  • Events
    • Our Calendar
    • Drop Off Days
    • The Twig Online Auction
    • Turkey Trot for The Twig 5K and Fun Run
    • Cheers to Our Champions
    • A Taste for The Twig
  • Registration
    • Foster Families
    • TwigBox for Former Foster Youth
  • Wish List
  • Media
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    • Blog