Kimberly Vehon is the proud mom of seven children, four of whom experienced Arizona’s foster care system. She’s also the grateful wife to an amazing husband that supports and encourages her to dream big and change the world.
As a foster parent who was preparing to adopt, Kimberly was haunted by the reality of more than 13,000 children still waiting in foster care. Then one day during her morning commute, an idea struck—she could share their stories through video to raise awareness. This sparked the creation of Foster Arizona.
From those first few videos in 2013, the organization has grown to offer hope through connections and systemic advocacy. Programs include:
- Young Adult Housing – Safe housing and resources for foster youth ages 18–24 transitioning into adulthood.
- Kid Initiatives – Providing fun, connection, and essentials for foster children and families.
- Foster Cooperative – An online community connecting foster parents, caregivers, and organizations to resources, peer support, and training.
- Education Initiatives – Real Stories, Fostering Voices podcast, and videos connecting the public to foster care realities.
- Advocacy – Using Foster Arizona’s platform to support systematic changes for children and families impacted by foster care.
Foster Arizona was born out of a belief that one person can make a difference simply by bringing their talents, heart, and connections to the table and engaging others to do the same.
Click here to learn more about Foster Arizona: https://fosterarizona.org/ and the Foster Arizona Housing Project: https://fosterarizonahousingproject.org/
Original air date: September 18, 2025.
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