FOSTERING THE FUTURE [Transform a Life]
A college education gives foster youth something no one can take away: a lifetime of knowledge.
That’s why I built the nationwide Fostering the Future University Network- delivering scholarships rooted in technology at elite institutions. We now have the LSU Tigers, Miami Hurricanes, Georgia Bulldogs, Florida Gators, Texas Longhorns, Villanova Wildcats, Ohio State Buckeyes, plus many more.
As National Foster Care Month comes to an end, step up and support America’s young leaders.
[U.S. Senators: Pass the Fostering the Future Act.]
In safeguarding our children’s well-being, we shape the integrity of our nation. But to get there, a strong knowledge base is required.
Education is the cornerstone of a child’s future.
Clearly, education is the foundation that can remain throughout one’s lifetime. Yes, knowledge is permanent.
“I want to give special thanks to our nation’s First Lady Melania Trump who has been an outspoken champion for foster youth through her Fostering the Future initiative. Truly, she is voice for the voiceless.” - @RepJasonSmith
“This evening’s beautiful setting brings families from both sides of the political aisle together to enjoy Americana—the Marine Band’s wonderful music, great food, and some friendly gaming competition.”
First Lady Melania Trump
Congressional Picnic
May 19, 2026
“Today, the House passed the Fostering the Future Act.
Thank you, Chairman Smith, Chairman LaHood, Ranking Member Davis and the House of Representatives for voting unanimously to lift America’s foster children above partisan politics.
Senators, we have momentum. Now it’s your turn to bring the Fostering the Future Act across the finish line.”
First Lady Melania Trump
May 19, 2026
THE FOSTERING THE FUTURE ACT
Today, the House unanimously passed the Fostering the Future Act.
Senators- we have momentum. Let’s protect our foster care community and enact permanent law now.
Today, the House passed H.R. 7432, the Fostering the Future Act, advancing meaningful reforms to better support foster youth. A tremendous amount of hard work, leadership, and dedication went into developing these reforms, and it is amazing to see this bipartisan effort move one step closer to delivering the brighter future America’s foster youth deserve!
Today marks a historic moment for the Ways and Means Committee and the House as we take action to give our nation’s foster youth a stronger path toward independence and success in adulthood.
I’m especially grateful to @FLOTUS for her leadership and unwavering advocacy through the Fostering the Future initiative, and to @RepLaHood for his commitment to elevating the voices of foster youth and advancing meaningful reforms that deliver real opportunity and support for their future.
Foster youth need resources and support to successfully transition into adulthood.
Today, the House is taking up the Fostering the Future Act, bipartisan legislation focused on strengthening and modernizing the foster care system for young people across America. We are extremely grateful to @FLOTUS and our members for their bipartisan leadership and hard work to advance this effort and help create brighter futures for foster youth!
TAKE IT DOWN ACT - 1 YEAR LATER
Last year, @FLOTUS championed the Take It Down Act to protect Americans from nonconsensual intimate images and deepfakes online. Today, the @FTC begins enforcement to hold digital platforms accountable—ensuring a safer digital world.
FOSTERING THE FUTURE ACROSS AMERICA
Over 180 days since the Fostering the Future Executive Order by @POTUS and @FLOTUS, 20 states and jurisdictions have joined @ACFHHS in advancing a coordinated effort to increase the number of homes available to youth in foster care 🧵
.@FLOTUS@MELANIATRUMP marked the 180-day milestone following the signing of the Executive Order on Fostering the Future for American Children and Families, highlighting 10 achievements made to expand opportunities, strengthen public and private supports, and improve outcomes for youth who have experienced foster care.
“This is a time of military conflict for America. And whereby we honor our selfless and valiant Service Members regularly, today is the day we hold their mothers in the highest regard. It is these military mothers who find themselves alone, awake in their thoughts, in the darkest hours of the night. Of course, we must also remember the mothers with a spouse overseas, praying for a safe return so their family can become whole once again.“
First Lady Melania Trump
May 6, 2026