For Austin Community College District (ACC) student Shilda Fresch, life wasn’t easy. Shilda grew up in the foster system. Now, a mother herself, she wants to provide a better life for her family. It’s what … Continue reading
Support Foster Youth in Central Texas Through Annual Luggage Drive This May
When foster youth age out of the system, it can be startling and lonely. Oftentimes, they get a large plastic bag to pack up their belongings as they move out and into their next chapter … Continue reading
Support foster youth in Central Texas: Donate now to ACC’s 11th annual luggage drive
Donations are now being accepted for Austin Community College District’s (ACC) annual luggage drive. The program supports youth who are preparing to transition out of foster care. “Each year thousands of youth age out of … Continue reading
Hundreds of foster youth benefit from 2019 ACC Luggage Drive
Hundreds of students transitioning from foster care will benefit from donations received during this year’s Austin Community College (ACC) Luggage Drive. The 10th annual Luggage Drive raised $1,250 and 44 pieces of luggage. Items were … Continue reading
“The world has so much to offer”; Former foster care student sets out to serve others
After ten years in foster care and more than 30 placements, Corey Benbow found himself on his own at 18 years old. “When I aged out of the foster care system, I felt alone. I … Continue reading
Donate to luggage drive for foster care alumni by May 9
Donations are now being accepted for Austin Community College’s annual luggage drive benefiting students transition from foster care. “Being a foster kid has many challenges that other kids often don’t experience. When you are shuffled … Continue reading
Donate to luggage drive for foster care alumni by May 9
Donate to Austin Community College’s annual luggage drive benefiting students transitioning from foster care. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to donate pieces of luggage for teens who are graduating from high school and leaving … Continue reading
Luggage drive for foster care alumni underway; donate by May 5
Here’s a relatively simple way to show a little love for new and future Riverbats: Donate to Austin Community College’s annual luggage drive benefiting students transitioning from foster care. Faculty, staff, and students are invited … Continue reading
Donate to luggage drive for foster care alumni by May 6
It’s time for Austin Community College’s annual luggage drive benefiting students transitioning from foster care. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to donate luggage for teens who are graduating from high school and leaving foster … Continue reading