Success Story: Malik
“I never stopped praying this day would come.” You know what it’s like – to wait, in times of uncertainty.
Malik entered foster care in 2013, moving from home to home without stability since he was six years old. When Brenda met Malik as a CASA volunteer, she made a promise to be the constant presence in Malik’s life that he deserved. She’s been by his side for half a decade.
“One day Malik was changing foster homes, and I went to visit. I saw this little boy with a trash bag with his clothes in it, and I said, I’m not ever going to leave this little boy. I’m going to be with him for the rest of his life. He didn’t need another foster home. He needed me.” —Brenda, CASA volunteer
“Whenever I’m having trouble or having bad days, I always have someone I can talk to. She’s my GG now.” —Malik, age 15
Like Brenda, you care about kids like Malik. You are committed to ensuring all kids have access to a loving, permanent home. Brenda’s commitment to Malik meant that she continued to advocate for him even when she had to relocate out of state during the pandemic. She never gave up hope that Malik would find a place to call home.
Brenda couldn’t have made a long-term commitment to be part of Malik’s life without your help. Your compassion is helping Malik rewrite his future. Because you care, you offer Malik and many other kids in foster care hope.
You are a part of their journey to find a new normal. A safe space to land and to grow.
Because of your generosity, Malik met Roderick, a school bus driver and single dad who adopted Malik last month.
And because of your support, Malik celebrated the big day with his new “GG” Brenda who flew in to be with Malik in person for the adoption hearing.
You have already made a lasting impact on Malik’s future, and there are more children in care who need you.
We want to say thank you—for every kid’s life you have already impacted with your advocacy, and every child’s life you continue to transform thanks to your compassionate care.
You choose to champion kids like Malik. We can’t do it without you. Because of you, Malik has a CASA volunteer and a new adoptive family.
Without you, where would Malik be? We are so glad you are here.You are building a brighter future for children who are at risk.
You give with your heart. And you inspire us to continue to fight for the future of all children who find themselves in the foster care system, whether it’s for a few months or several years. Your kindness is needed today, urgently. Right now, another at-risk child is being removed from their home, and they need you to help them find a safer future where they can fulfill their potential in a loving, stable environment.
I am grateful to see how much Malik blossomed in his forever home, and I am inspired by your commitment to see more children have the same opportunity Malik did. I am thankful to see your generosity living in the smiles of every child we serve. THANK YOU for allowing us to partner with you in creating this legacy for the future of our children.