My Special Place in Space


Fostering Futures for Central Florida’s Foster Youth

Young adults exploring NASA's Kennedy Space Center
Young explorers embrace the wonders of space at NASA's Kennedy Space Center, igniting dreams and expanding horizons.

“My Special Place in Space” is a groundbreaking initiative created in partnership with Galactic Medallion and Fostering Kindness. Designed especially for 18-year-olds aging out of foster care, the program offers a transformative day-trip to NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. It provides an unforgettable educational adventure that sparks curiosity, builds confidence, and opens doors to endless possibilities in STEAM fields.

At its heart, this initiative combines emotional support with practical aid. Fostering Kindness, a dedicated nonprofit, has already reached over 2,000 foster youth across Central Florida—delivering comfort bags filled with essentials, organizing personalized birthday celebrations, and creating memorable experiences that remind every teen they are seen, valued, and capable of a brilliant future.

While many foster youth face the unfortunate truth of limited support when aging out of the system, positive possibilities emerge. In Florida, these young people have access to an incredible opportunity: the state provides full tuition through a doctorate degree for children who have been in foster care. This transformative benefit opens the door to higher education and a future rich with potential.

Program Initiatives

Fostering Kindness

Dedicated to supporting underserved foster youth, Fostering Kindness provides comfort bags and heartfelt care that remind each teen they are valued and never alone.

Comfort & Care Packages

To ease the trauma of entering foster care, carefully assembled duffel bags include soft bedding, toiletries, a nightlight, and a comforting stuffed animal—each item a symbol of care.

Personalized Birthday Gifts

Every foster teen is celebrated with gifts tailored to their passions—from art supplies to sports gear—transforming ordinary birthdays into extraordinary memories.

Joyful Celebrations

Group birthday parties and community events create lasting joy, fostering a sense of belonging and marking every milestone with care.

Holiday Cheer

Festive Santa Sacks and seasonal gifts spread warmth and joy, ensuring foster youth feel celebrated during the holidays.

Inspiring Space Adventures

Galactic Medallion offers foster youth transformative visits to Kennedy Space Center and other space-related destinations, revealing the vast potential of the growing space economy and inspiring them to dream big.

Empower & Engage

Your support fuels this mission. Donate, volunteer, or partner with us to empower foster youth and transform lives through hope and education.

Educational Opportunities

In a groundbreaking move, the state of Florida provides full tuition through a doctorate degree for children who have been in foster care. This transformative support turns the unfortunate reality of aging out into a pathway toward higher education and lasting success.

Join us in transforming lives and igniting dreams for foster youth. Your support helps create a future where every teen dares to reach for the stars.

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