Who We Are

Founder Ashley Rhodes-Courter, LCSW, spent nearly a decade in an abusive foster care system as a child.  Ashley transformed her lived experience into purpose and empowerment. She is the New York Times and International Bestselling Author of the books, "Three Little Words" and "Three More Words." A Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree in social work, Ashley is deeply committed to helping to reduce barriers to care, help provide families with basic needs, and ensure children have the mental health tools needed for them to be resilient despite their circumstances.  More About Ashley, Here.

Our organization helps create greater access to direct services, educational opportunities, and aids to meet the basic needs of our communities most vulnerable children. Through a holistic, trauma-informed and family-centered approach, we are addressing both immediate and long-term stability.  Areas of support include mental and emotional health, access to food and clothing, education and life-skills development, school supplies, education, parenting, and sustainable practices. 

We are a small, grassroots organization that is entirely volunteer-driven. Board members and staff generously contribute their time, skills, and leadership without financial compensation. This structure ensures that all fiscal and in-kind donations are utilized for programs and direct support that meaningfully impact the children we serve. Through a robust referral network of trusted community partners, we focus on collaboration rather than duplication.  We consistently work to maximize effectiveness, reduce inefficiencies, and ensure families receive coordinated, comprehensive care.