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Giving Tuesday Isn’t a Trend — It’s a Lifeline
Giving Tuesday comes once a year, but for the children and families we serve, the needs show up every single day. This day isn’t...
When the Holidays Hurt: Standing in the Gap for Children in Foster Care Across the Southeast
As CEO of Thompson, I’m often reminded that titles like Senator, CEO, and General come with weight and responsibility. But during the holiday season,...
When Benefits Stop, the Ripple Doesn’t: How Thompson Stands in the Gap
When government shutdowns interrupt essential supports like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), the conversation often stops at food insecurity: empty grocery carts, missed meals,...
How Medicaid Cuts Could Impact Families in the Southeast
The potential cuts to Medicaid represent more than just budgetary adjustments; they pose a significant threat to the health and well-being of millions of...
Why Power Struggles Happen within Foster Homes and How to Address Them – An Interview with Jenn Stout
Many new foster parents note that as they transition youth into their homes, a power struggle dynamic begins to occur. Why does this happen?...
Avoiding Projection as a First-Time Foster Parent – An Interview with Jenn Stout
What does it mean to “project” as a parent? Learn from Foster Care Program Director Jenn Stout, who explains why first-time foster parents should...