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Kids enter foster care
through no fault of their own.
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We invest in the
support young
people deserve,no matter their circumstances.
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We pursue equity
for youth in foster care.
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We give kids
the opportunityto succeed in school and life.
making an impact
Due to a number of challenges, less than half of foster youth graduate high school on time, and fewer than 2% will earn a four-year degree. Treehouse has a plan to ensure that foster youth graduate high school at the same rate as their peers with a plan for their future by 2017.
the stories that inspire us
Setting up Marcus for Success
Marcus was in his seventh foster care placement by the time he celebrated his 18th birthday.
Helping Jeff Get On the Right Track
Jeff was in 4th grade when he disclosed to his school counselor that he was being abused at home.
Helping Diana Make Her College Dreams a Reality
Diana understands the emotional scars that can be created by a life in the foster care system.
Helping Sarah Earn her Cap & Gown
At the age of fifteen, Sarah began to question whether she wanted to live.
Helping Charles Find Motivation to Succeed
When Charles started coming to the Treehouse Learning Center for after-school tutoring, he had already started to disengage at school…
Coaching Jenna from Trauma to Transformation
When Jenna was sixteen, her mother dropped her off in Seattle and drove away – forever.
Changing Aisha’s Life for Good
Aisha doesn’t remember when she was taken from her home and placed in foster care.
foster care facts
What is foster care? Foster care is a temporary living arrangement for abused, neglected, and dependent children who need a safe place to live when their parents or another relative cannot take care of them.
What are some of the biggest challenges kids in foster care face? Life in foster care can be extraordinarily challenging and disruptive for kids and teens, emotionally and developmentally. Separated from their family, foster youth face tremendous obstacles in school and in life.
