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At Upbring, we’ve never been satisfied with the status quo. Where others see challenges, we look for new, bold solutions—anything to advance child

For nearly 150 years, Upbring has done one thing relentlessly: stand by kids who’ve been through unimaginable challenges. When children need safety,

Two-and-a-half-year-old Alize Smith is living a life many children can only dream of, especially those in foster care. This Fort Worth girl has walked the

Think you know Upbring?  For more than a century, we have been working to break the cycle of child abuse in Texas by empowering children, families and

In this blog series, we profile people who have found fulfilling careers with Upbring (be sure to check out Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3!).

On July 8, Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Texas, severely affecting a large portion of the Gulf Coast. The Category 1 storm left over 2 million Texans

Each summer, the spirit of St. Nicholas, popularly known as Santa Claus, brings Christmas cheer to our girls at Upbring New Life Children’s Center (New

May is National Foster Care Month, a time to celebrate the power of foster care to transform children’s lives. We’re honored to share edited excerpts from

When the summer heat hits — and boy does it, here in Texas — nothing feels better than a cool dip in the water. Swimming is fun for people of all ages and

In foster care, the goal is to reunite a child with their birth parent or another relative whenever possible, which happens in about three-fourths of cases in

Fostering is a deeply rewarding experience, but like all parenting, it can be challenging. Given all the time, energy and love you put into being a foster

November is National Adoption Month. In celebration, Upbring is sharing the story of the Carlin family, one of our most recent adoptions. Cameron and

November is National Adoption Month. In celebration, Upbring is sharing the story of the Vasquez family, one of our most recent adoptions. In Daniel and

November is National Adoption Month. In celebration, Upbring is sharing the story of the Vasquez family, one of our most recent adoptions. Growing up,

While the holiday season is known as “the most wonderful time of the year,” it also can be a tough time for people with a history of trauma, like the kids

In this blog series, we profile people who have found fulfilling careers with Upbring (be sure to check out Part 1 and Part 2!). Their stories illustrate the

With the arrival of a new school year, families may find themselves facing changes in their routines, classrooms, or even schools. During this time, children

Kids consider birthdays a big deal — a time to celebrate another year added to their age and enjoy being showered with attention. But for children who have

Fourteen-year-old Georgia* loves all things art and anime. She hopes to become a fashion designer one day. But focusing on herself and her passions has

Margie’s retirement plans included buying an RV and traveling the country. But now she fears that won’t happen. “I’m 49 years old and I can’t work

Summer calls for adventure with lots of time spent in the great outdoors. But this season is also prime for accidents and other mishaps, many of which are

This graduation season, we celebrate every child who has reached an important milestone in their education. From finishing high school or college to

On May 21, Lillian strode proudly across the stage at Texas A&M University-San Antonio to accept her diploma — and with it, her bachelor’s degree in

Recently, we profiled three people who have found fulfilling careers with Upbring. Their stories illustrate the many ways people can contribute to our

So, you’re about to become a foster parent! Thank you for opening your heart and your home to a child who needs it. By now your house or apartment has