Pathways of Possibility
We believe every young person deserves support, connection, and a safe place to land. We stand beside youth—children, pre-teens, and teens—who have been impacted by foster care throughout Northeast Ohio. Through no fault of their own, these youth often navigate fear, instability, and isolation.
Fostering Hope offers consistent, enriching experiences that foster healing, build resilience, and create moments of joy—reminding them they are not alone and helping them move toward a brighter future.
Our Programs
Fostering Hope provides trauma-informed programs that nurture healing, resilience, and joy for youth in foster care and residential treatment. Through our Youth Wellness initiatives and our Childhood Experiences programming we create consistent, meaningful moments that restore a sense of belonging, stability, and possibility.
Youth wellness programs
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Hope in Balance
Hope in Balance Yoga helps youth in foster and residential care develop emotional regulation and self-awareness through trauma-informed movement, mindfulness, and breathwork
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Hope Grows Here
Hope Grows Here Gardening empowers youth to cultivate emotional resilience, mindfulness, and connection through hands-on, trauma-informed gardening experiences.
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Creative Collaborative
Creative Collaborative engages youth in therapeutic, sensory-based art experiences that promote self-expression, emotional regulation, and healing in a supportive environment.
Childhood Experiences
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Journey Bags
Journey Bags provide children entering foster or residential care with essential items and comforting personal belongings to promote dignity, stability, and a sense of ownership during times of transition.
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Holiday Giving
The Holiday Giving Program delivers joy and connection during the holiday season by matching youth in care with thoughtful, donor-sponsored gifts that foster a sense of belonging and celebration.
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Birthday Wishes
The Birthday Program ensures every child in foster and residential care feels celebrated and valued by providing personalized gifts and festive birthday boxes.
What is Trauma-Informed Care?
While we do not provide counseling or mentorship, all of our programming is trauma-informed to address the sensitive nature of these situations. Trauma-informed programming refers to the design of activities that are sensitive to the effects of trauma on individuals. This approach acknowledges the widespread impact of trauma and seeks to create environments and experiences that promote safety, empowerment, and healing.
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Ensuring that people feel protected and supported in a physical and emotional environment free from harm
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Building and maintaining trust with service recipients, staff, and stakeholders by making operations and decisions transparently.
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Working together and sharing power to break down power dynamics and promote equality
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Restoring control whenever possible by asking fewer questions and listening to more stories.
