Our Programs
The Blue Ribbon Project offers a range of programs designed to support children and youth in foster care, programs to help prevent child abuse and to raise awareness, and strengthen the skills of older youth in care who are at risk of aging out of the system without a safety net. Each program reflects our commitment to compassion, community, and lasting change.
Backpacks of Love
The Backpacks of Love program provides emergency backpacks to children entering foster care, filled with essential items like clothing, toiletries, and comfort items to help ease their transition during a difficult time.
Mirah's Closet
Mirah’s Closet is The Blue Ribbon Project’s foster closet, offering children and youth in foster care a free, boutique-style shopping experience for brand-new clothing, shoes, and personal care items so they can choose what fits their needs and style with dignity and comfort in mind.
Aging Up...Not Out
Supporting youth who are aging out of foster care with life skills, resources, and guidance for a successful transition to independence.
Foster Friends
Connecting foster youth with caring mentors who provide friendship, stability, and encouragement through consistent relationships.
Speak Up...Speak Out Child Abuse Awareness Training Program
The Speak Up...Speak Out Child Abuse Awareness Training Program educates professionals and communities about child abuse prevention and the realities of child maltreatment, empowering individuals to recognize, report, and take action for children in need.
A Hand to Hold
A Hand to Hold offers guidance and support to youth aging out of foster care, helping them gain life skills, stability, and a sense of community as they move toward independence through a dedicated mentor.