The Annual Reality

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Youth aged out of the foster care system in 2024 without a permanent family.

Portrait of a resilient teenager looking forward with hope

National Impact

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Youth aged out of foster care in FY 2024, facing adulthood without a permanent family or safety net.

The Challenge

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Of aged-out youth experience homelessness by age 26 — compared to 4% in the general population.

System Scale

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Children in U.S. foster care as of September 2024 — the sixth consecutive annual decline.

Our Resources

Data that drives change.

Reports

Annual deep-dives into policy impact and regional success stories.

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Data Stories

Visual narratives that humanize the numbers behind the foster care system.

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Shareable

Quick insights and social graphics to help advocate for foster youth.

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State Insights

Interactive maps detailing foster care performance across 50 states.

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“When we talk about foster care data, we're not talking about numbers. We're talking about children — children who deserve to be seen, counted, and fought for.”

The FosterData MissionTurning data into dignity since 2024

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Real data from AFCARS, DFPS, and state agencies — updated as reports are released.