How Your Donation Changes Lives in Foster Care
When you make a donation to the Good Shepherd – Mark & Jacob Iskander Foundation, you are doing far more than giving money. You are giving a child dignity, hope, and a brighter future. You are strengthening foster parents who open their homes and hearts, often with little preparation or resources. And you are ensuring that children in foster care receive the essentials, opportunities, and encouragement they need to thrive.
Foster care can be a difficult journey, but with the right support, it can also be a journey of healing. That support begins with people like you.
Why Foster Families Need Your Help
Foster parents answer a call that many cannot — the call to welcome children in need, often at a moment’s notice. But while their willingness is boundless, their resources are not. Many families face:
Immediate costs when children arrive with only the clothes they are wearing.
Emotional challenges requiring counseling, mentoring, and trauma-informed care.
Financial strain as the cost of extracurricular activities, school trips, and medical bills pile up.
By making a donation, you step in to bridge these gaps and remind families that they are not alone.
What Your Donation Provides
Every gift you give creates a ripple effect of hope. Here’s how your generosity makes an immediate and lasting difference:
Immediate essentials – Backpacks, shoes, clothing, and hygiene kits help children feel safe and cared for on day one.
Training resources – Your support funds workshops that prepare foster parents for the unique challenges of trauma-informed care.
Academic support – Tutoring, scholarships, and school supplies ensure children don’t fall behind in class.
Community connection – Outreach events help foster families build supportive networks, reducing feelings of isolation.
Each dollar stretches beyond material items. It provides reassurance, stability, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
Stories of Impact
One foster parent shared:
"When our foster child arrived, we had no idea where to begin. Within days, the Foundation delivered a Welcome Package filled with essentials. But more than that, they made us feel like we had a community behind us."
A child recently told us:
"I started my first day at a new school with a backpack full of supplies from the Foundation. It made me feel like I belonged — like I wasn’t different from the other kids."
These stories are proof that donations don’t just meet physical needs. They restore dignity and create moments of joy for children who desperately need them.
Why Monthly Giving Matters
One-time gifts are powerful, but monthly donations make an even greater impact. They give us the stability to plan long-term programs and respond quickly when urgent needs arise. With consistent support, we can:
Guarantee every new placement receives a Welcome Package.
Provide ongoing mentorship for foster parents throughout the year.
Expand our Programs to reach more families across the community.
By becoming a monthly partner, you create lasting change — the kind of change that builds strong families and thriving children.
Transparency and Trust
We understand that when you give, you want to know your contribution is being used wisely. The Good Shepherd – Mark & Jacob Iskander Foundation is a registered nonprofit organization [insert EIN here]. Every dollar goes directly toward supporting foster families through training, resources, and community outreach.
We are committed to transparency, accountability, and measurable results. That means you can give with confidence, knowing your generosity is making a real impact.
How You Can Give Today
There are several ways you can help:
Make a one-time donation to meet immediate needs.
Join our monthly giving program to sustain long-term change.
Sponsor a child or program, such as school scholarships or foster parent workshops.
Support practical needs through our Foster Family Wish List.
No matter how you choose to give, you are making an investment in the future of children and families who need it most.
Conclusion
A donation is more than a transaction — it’s a declaration of hope. It tells a child, “You matter.” It tells a foster parent, “You are not alone.” And it tells the community, “Together, we can make a difference.”
At the Good Shepherd – Mark & Jacob Iskander Foundation, we see the impact of every donation daily. From the smile of a child receiving their first backpack to the relief of a parent finding mentorship and support, your generosity changes lives in profound ways.
Now is the time to act. Visit our Donate page today to make your contribution. Whether it’s a one-time gift, a monthly pledge, or a sponsorship, your generosity ensures that children in foster care experience love, dignity, and hope.
