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Foster care and adoption are two things that are always heavy on my heart. I know several friends and family members who have done one or both of these things and it is not only a blessing to the kids but to the entire family and those around them. My Bag, My Story is an amazing organization that I am excited to share with you.

Did you Know These Facts about Foster Care?

There are over 400,000 children in the U.S. foster care system right now. (US Department of Education (ED))

Each year, around 20,000 young people age out of the foster care system at age 18 (or 21 in some states) without being reunited with their families or adopted, which can present significant challenges for their transition to independent living. (US Department of Education (ED))

See HERE for other foster care facts/info 

About My Bag, My Story

My Bag, My Story is a non-profit organization working to improve the lives of children in foster care by providing them with high-quality bags. One Bag Purchased = One Bag Donated. 

My Bag My Story is a heartfelt initiative that addresses a painful truth faced by many children in foster care. As they move from one temporary home to another, their possessions are often carried in a trash bag. For every bag purchased, My Bag My Story donates a high-quality, durable bag to a foster child. These bags are more than just practical; they are symbols of support and recognition, affirming the inherent value and worth of every child in the foster care system. Through this gesture, it not only provides something functional, but it also helps foster children feel seen and valued.

From the Founder of My Bag, My Story

“I started My Bag My Story after becoming a foster parent and watching children al-ways having their belongings in a trash bag or grocery sack or nothing. Everyone kept saying this was normal. I said it doesn’t have to be normal, so I set out to have bags made for kids,” said Cara Finger, Founder of My Bag My Story. “Having a bag to call your own instead of a trash bag gives a child dignity and makes them feel val-ued. A bag seems so small but makes a huge difference in their foster care experi-ence. Making a child feel like they are worth more than trash is so important to me.” 

Key Elements of My Bag, My Story

Key elements of the My Bag My Story’s support for foster youth include:

• Donations: Through its donation program, every dollar donated goes towards giv-ing a child in foster care a bag they can call their own.
• Dignity Program: My Bag My Story has partnered with over 30 Tennessee-based organizations who work directly with children in the foster care system in order to get them high-quality duffel bags and backpacks.
• Supporters: As a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, My Bag My Story depends on the support of local and national corporations, including Dell, The Predators Foundation, St. George’s Episcopal Church and Target. 

How Can You Support?

Order a bag today and one will be given to a child navigating the foster care system!

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