this is your site, only for foster kids! You can ask me any question or just read and learn something new. I will tell you things that will help you be a better person. So what your in a group home, you still are special and u are the best!
February 8, 2016
January 10, 2016
November 21, 2015
nornor without parents
Hi Blog family!
I know, its been a minute, or two, or three, ok its been months! I am a comedian and sometimes, I have to share a laugh.
The Fundraiser Nov 4th was a success, many thanks to our sponsors, donors, Board members, interns Tatiana and Quiana and our volunteers; Esteban and Nicole and over 81 of you who came out to support our auction and comedy night fundraiser! Success!
I am happy to report, I have been working hard with my board members to get donors so that we can provide gift boxes in December and scholarships in May!
Let me say when I first came to my little town after living in Brooklyn..in my home then group home/orphanage (they did not call them group homes in the 60's...)
I went from people that looked like me, to people that looked more like my grandpa! Lucky for me I didn't know what racism was, nor would I have cared, as I treated you, how you treated me, no color asked..(lol) to make a LONG story short, I LOVE my town! When each of us reach out for help, we silently go by an honor code.
When I asked former school mates to help me with items for gift boxes, they gave, when I asked them for donations, they gave, and without question! Why? Character.
This is a trait we build early on. Even as a kid I never lied, stole or hurt people (sadly, a few people tried it when I was a early teen..and they had to find out Brooklyn still was stored within)...of course this was before the Quaker days!!
But seriously, when you are honest with people it adds up when you really need help. I thank God for my foster mother, and my mother, although I think I was an odd child, in that I never got in trouble, in fact, I ran from trouble or I would talk trouble out of a bad plan.
But I want you to always tell the truth, even if it hurts, as one day, you may need something from your community; for yourself, OR to help others in need and when they look back on your track record of integrity, honor and kindness, they will help because they know you will do what you said you would do. Your word is your Bond, (don't act like you never heard that before) lol
Remember what you do today, may help you tomorrow!
Be Kind, be loving, be strong in this chaotic world. Just because everyone is going crazy, don't mean you have to join them!! Happy Turkey and Holidays to you and your family and if your like me and don't have one, happy holidays to YOU, honor and celebrate your life, as it is special and with great meaning and purpose- to help others! xoxo
Tanya
FosterKidsUnite, Inc.
FosterKidsUniteInc@gmail.com
Twitter/FB/LinkedIn FosterKidsUnite, Inc.
I know, its been a minute, or two, or three, ok its been months! I am a comedian and sometimes, I have to share a laugh.
The Fundraiser Nov 4th was a success, many thanks to our sponsors, donors, Board members, interns Tatiana and Quiana and our volunteers; Esteban and Nicole and over 81 of you who came out to support our auction and comedy night fundraiser! Success!
I am happy to report, I have been working hard with my board members to get donors so that we can provide gift boxes in December and scholarships in May!
Let me say when I first came to my little town after living in Brooklyn..in my home then group home/orphanage (they did not call them group homes in the 60's...)
I went from people that looked like me, to people that looked more like my grandpa! Lucky for me I didn't know what racism was, nor would I have cared, as I treated you, how you treated me, no color asked..(lol) to make a LONG story short, I LOVE my town! When each of us reach out for help, we silently go by an honor code.
When I asked former school mates to help me with items for gift boxes, they gave, when I asked them for donations, they gave, and without question! Why? Character.
This is a trait we build early on. Even as a kid I never lied, stole or hurt people (sadly, a few people tried it when I was a early teen..and they had to find out Brooklyn still was stored within)...of course this was before the Quaker days!!
But seriously, when you are honest with people it adds up when you really need help. I thank God for my foster mother, and my mother, although I think I was an odd child, in that I never got in trouble, in fact, I ran from trouble or I would talk trouble out of a bad plan.
But I want you to always tell the truth, even if it hurts, as one day, you may need something from your community; for yourself, OR to help others in need and when they look back on your track record of integrity, honor and kindness, they will help because they know you will do what you said you would do. Your word is your Bond, (don't act like you never heard that before) lol
Remember what you do today, may help you tomorrow!
Be Kind, be loving, be strong in this chaotic world. Just because everyone is going crazy, don't mean you have to join them!! Happy Turkey and Holidays to you and your family and if your like me and don't have one, happy holidays to YOU, honor and celebrate your life, as it is special and with great meaning and purpose- to help others! xoxo
Tanya
FosterKidsUnite, Inc.
FosterKidsUniteInc@gmail.com
Twitter/FB/LinkedIn FosterKidsUnite, Inc.
October 12, 2015
October 4, 2015
September 3, 2015
FosterKidsUnite, Inc.: Learning to say thank you for a little or alot
FosterKidsUnite, Inc.: Learning to say thank you for a little or alot: Hi blog family! Life is racing! Summer is over but it has been relaxing and at least I am completing goals! This week I witnessed a young...
July 3, 2015
May 13, 2015
exam time
Hi blog family!
Exam time is here! I hope you prepared, you are in the final stretch!
For those of you aged out and in college, this could bring up many feelings, as you may or may not have a place to go for the summer break.
I know some of you are resourceful, taking summer overnight jobs at camps, others will be sleeping on friends couches, I know this is reality when you aged out, not many options.
Some have better luck than others because perhaps they had an adult who was able to help them, that is fine, be happy for those that left and are doing good or better, at least someone knew how to go get it, their blessing. (Mary Mary :) )
Choose your friends wisely and make sure they are all about studying and not partying, as that last one can be a downfall of ANY college kid, but as a former foster, you must always be on point about YOUR business!!
Don't hold your past hostage for what is going on in your life now. If you have to get two jobs, (like most American's these days), and walk two miles to have food on your table and finish your schooling, go for it.
*Nothing good in this life is free or easy!
You may think your rich friend is better off than you but remember, we ALL go through life challenges, the rich or people with parents may hide it well but trust, they have 99 problems, just $ is not one of them!
Focus on you and how YOU can achieve YOUR greatness! After all the schooling and life lessons go back and help other fosters in YOUR own way!
I pray you will all have a great summer and remember just because your friends want to act a fool, does not mean that you have to follow, DO YOU! If your true to yourself, you can't go wrong!
Peace and love
Tanya
FosterKidsUniteInc@gmail.com
Exam time is here! I hope you prepared, you are in the final stretch!
For those of you aged out and in college, this could bring up many feelings, as you may or may not have a place to go for the summer break.
I know some of you are resourceful, taking summer overnight jobs at camps, others will be sleeping on friends couches, I know this is reality when you aged out, not many options.
Some have better luck than others because perhaps they had an adult who was able to help them, that is fine, be happy for those that left and are doing good or better, at least someone knew how to go get it, their blessing. (Mary Mary :) )
Choose your friends wisely and make sure they are all about studying and not partying, as that last one can be a downfall of ANY college kid, but as a former foster, you must always be on point about YOUR business!!
Don't hold your past hostage for what is going on in your life now. If you have to get two jobs, (like most American's these days), and walk two miles to have food on your table and finish your schooling, go for it.
*Nothing good in this life is free or easy!
You may think your rich friend is better off than you but remember, we ALL go through life challenges, the rich or people with parents may hide it well but trust, they have 99 problems, just $ is not one of them!
Focus on you and how YOU can achieve YOUR greatness! After all the schooling and life lessons go back and help other fosters in YOUR own way!
I pray you will all have a great summer and remember just because your friends want to act a fool, does not mean that you have to follow, DO YOU! If your true to yourself, you can't go wrong!
Peace and love
Tanya
FosterKidsUniteInc@gmail.com
March 31, 2015
Sam Smith - Lay Me Down (Red Nose Day 2015) ft. John Legend
hi blog family:
I love this remix with a love our youth concept video! remember God loves you and you are special! Remember it is NEVER to late to start over IF you wake up! write down your dreams and watch them come true! xo
check our new web page!! www.fosterkidsunite.org
February 4, 2015
Jobs | Supportive Housing Network of New York
looking for work? Hey blog family! check out this website for housing and jobs in NY- a lot of resources IF you LOOK for them online!! No excuse to be mediocre when greatness is your destiny! :)
As I gear up for the 50th bday, I thank God for bringing me, the child of an addict and alcoholic, this far! I thank him for bringing me through abandonment, neglect, abuse and my self pity, I thank him for all of you who are fosters, were fosters or work with fosters, we are all connected and I am grateful!
Hope you are writing down all your goals and making friends and contacts who can help you take your game to the next level!
If your in NY and want to apply for The Robert Cooper Memorial Scholarship email us: FosterKidsUniteInc@gmail.com
T
Jobs | Supportive Housing Network of New York
As I gear up for the 50th bday, I thank God for bringing me, the child of an addict and alcoholic, this far! I thank him for bringing me through abandonment, neglect, abuse and my self pity, I thank him for all of you who are fosters, were fosters or work with fosters, we are all connected and I am grateful!
Hope you are writing down all your goals and making friends and contacts who can help you take your game to the next level!
If your in NY and want to apply for The Robert Cooper Memorial Scholarship email us: FosterKidsUniteInc@gmail.com
T
Jobs | Supportive Housing Network of New York
January 27, 2015
FosterKidsUnite, Inc.: Getting to the real you
FosterKidsUnite, Inc.: Getting to the real you: Hi blog family! hope your well and living your best life! As I set out to complete my goals for 2015, I often wonder how many foster an...
September 3, 2014
Just Believe!- Your Faith Is Stronger Than You Think... (Law Of Attraction)
look listen and reach for any news on postive thinking- we are always a work in progress! xo
Tanya
August 26, 2014
Tanya Cooper
be warned I am speaking over many people- cant stop the kids from enjoying themselves :)
August 2, 2014
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