While the holidays are typically thought of as a warm and bright time of the year, especially for children, there are some cases where this is a more difficult period for foster children. As a foster parent, however, there are several approaches you can take to make this a fun, inviting season rather than something that brings up bad thoughts or memories.

After the COVID pandemic, schools are still grappling with the profound impact the last few years have had on the education system. Children in foster care have been especially impacted by these educational challenges. Here’s how to help those kids succeed.

A child’s well-being and success is often linked to family stability. That’s why the new Bloom Family Resource Center will focus on assisting families in crisis by improving parenting and building positive family relationships.

With a record-breaking attendance of nearly 600 people, this year’s Bloom Ball was the most successful event yet, raising substantial funds for Bloom’s programming and the children we serve. Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed stunning views of ocean life as part of the Georgia Aquariums’ Oceans Voyager and Beluga Whale exhibits. They were also entertained…

Most high school boys are busy playing sports or too involved in school to have the time or capacity to raise funds for foster children in need. But McIntosh High School student and Bloom volunteer Krish Sarin made it a priority to find the time to make a difference in his community.

People become foster parents for a variety of different reasons. All of these motivations allow many children who otherwise wouldn’t receive a loving, supporting environment to get the care they need.