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Our Story
Fostering Matters, Inc. was started on August 26, 2021, with a purpose and a passion for foster parents. The organization has set out to be a place of support and encouragement to all foster parents. The founder of the organization, Tisha Nicholson, is a former foster child. After having some conversations with foster parents and lots of research, she saw the need being unmet in that of being there for foster parents and hearing their voices and concerns. After much time researching, thinking, and counsel from friends, other human services professionals, and her business coach, Fostering Matters, Inc. was born.
Tisha Nicholson
President/Founder/
CEO/Fostering Advocate Specialist
Tisha Nicholson's journey is deeply personal, rooted in her own experiences as a former foster child who aged out of the system. After graduating from High Point University with a degree in English and Secondary Education, she became a high school English teacher, driven by her passion for education and her desire to support others.
Recognizing the need for effective nonprofit leadership, Tisha returned to High Point University to pursue a master's degree in Non-profit Management and Leadership. Currently working towards her doctoral degree in the same field, she remains dedicated to expanding her knowledge and expertise.
As a Fostering Advocate Specialist, Tisha serves as a vital liaison between foster parents and social and human services organizations. Tisha's role goes beyond simply providing resources, she advocates for foster parents by keeping them informed of their rights and responsibilities, offering support when they are unable to connect with their caseworkers, and fostering a sense of community by connecting them with other foster families and human service organizations. Tisha and her team are dedicated to helping foster parents navigate the complexities of the foster care system with greater perspective, compassion, and understanding toward the work of social services agencies.
Our Services
Welcome to our Foster Resource Parent Support Group! We are dedicated to providing essential support and training for foster parents, equipping them with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of fostering. Our trauma training programs are designed to help caregivers understand and address the unique needs of children who have experienced trauma. Together, we strive to create a nurturing environment for both foster parents and the children in their care.
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Manifesto
In order for an organization to be great, it needs to driven by PURPOSE and not just profits.
Fostering Matters, Inc believes that:
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Relationships should be made and grown.
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We are all capable of so much more than we think.
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We want to show up, to learn, and to inspire
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AND MOST OF ALL: We want to encourage others to show up, let yourself be seen, and dare to be great!
Our Partners
