Recent budget cuts announced by Governor Brian Kemp are expected to reduce state spending by $300 million as Georgia works to address a growing budget deficit. Among the reductions was a previously appropriated $300,000 line item designated to support The Bloom Closet, which provides free clothing, hygiene items, school supplies, and other essentials to children…
Every 90 minutes, a child enters foster care in Georgia. For many people, the idea of becoming a foster parent has crossed their mind at some point, often sparked by a news story, a conversation with a friend, or simply the desire to make a difference in a child’s life. But for most families, that…
Bloom is excited to announce a new partnership with 9 Metro Atlanta JCPenney stores to help support children in foster care across Georgia. Participating locations include Fayetteville, Newnan, Mall of Georgia-Buford, Alpharetta, Lithonia, Hiram, Kennesaw, McDonough, and Douglasville. Through this partnership, shoppers can donate to Bloom while shopping at participating JCPenney stores, and as a…
While summer has just begun for most students, Bloom is already preparing to help foster children across Georgia start the new school year with confidence. On Wednesday, June 10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Bloom will host a School Supply Drive-A-Thon — a convenient, drive-thru donation event supporting children and families involved in foster…
Bloom Beyond continues to make a powerful impact by supporting young adults and young parents as they build stable, independent futures. Through mentorship, resources, and community support, the program helps participants stay focused on education, parenting, and long-term goals, turning challenges into stepping stones for success. One of those stories is Sydney, an 18-year-old mother…
Every day, our team witnesses powerful, often life-changing moments. The smiles, joy, and confidence we see in the children we serve leave a lasting impact and inspire many of us to give back, including our Administrative Assistant, Debbie Roth. Debbie has felt inspired by Bloom from the very beginning. “I have always been impressed by…
Each May, we recognize Foster Care Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the thousands of children in foster care and the families who open their homes to care for them. In Georgia alone, more than 11,500 children rely on safe, supportive environments as they navigate incredibly difficult transitions. Organizations like Bloom walk…
Bloom is proud to help lead the launch of Resilient West Central Georgia, a new regional coalition of Resilient Georgia, expanding trauma-informed care and resilience-building initiatives across Butts, Henry, Fayette, Lamar, Pike, Rockdale, Spalding, and Upson counties. Through the leadership of Dr. Katie New, director of Bloom University, Bloom is advancing collaboration among schools, healthcare…
Each year, we recognize foster parents who go above and beyond to provide extraordinary care and support for the children placed in their homes. For 2025, we are proud to honor the Jeter family as our Foster Parents of the Year. The Jeters exemplify what it truly means to be exceptional foster parents. Their unwavering…
When people think about foster care, they often picture young children waiting for homes. While they certainly need support, two groups consistently face the greatest challenges in finding placements: sibling groups and teenagers. Sibling Groups Brothers and sisters entering foster care have often already experienced significant loss and trauma. Being separated from one another can…
