2026 Back to School Drive
Help Kids in Foster Care Start the School Year with Confidence
Each year, hundreds of children and teens in foster care across Central Texas start school without the supplies they need to feel prepared and confident. At Foster Angels of Central Texas, we believe that every student deserves to walk into the classroom feeling ready to succeed. That’s where you come in.
We aim to provide over 800 youth with new backpacks filled with grade-appropriate school supplies. Your donation helps cover items like:
Pencil Box or Pouch
10 Count Markers
24 Count Crayons
12 Count Colored Pencils
5" Blunt Tip Scissors
Glue Sticks
2-Pocket Folders
Wide and College Ruled Notebooks
Accordion Folders
No. 2 Pencils
Blue/Black/Red Ink Pens
We also accept gift cards (Target, Walmart, Amazon) to help older youth purchase a very special first-day-of school outfit that fits their style and needs.
Shining Stars Luncheon 2026
Our flagship event celebrating extraordinary children in foster care
Attracting over 600 attendees, the Shining Stars Luncheon raises funds for Foster Angels each year to directly fulfill the needs of foster children across the Central Texas community.
Featuring Keynote Speaker: Ryan Stream
Join us to hear our special speaker whose powerful story spans foster care, homelessness, addiction, and profound loss — followed by resilience, service, and transformation. Deployed twice to Afghanistan, Ryan brings hard-earned perspective and hope, blending storytelling with music that elicits both laughter and tears. Through his message of perseverance, mental health, and believing in yourself, Ryan doesn’t just inspire, he leaves a lasting impact.
2026 Toys for Teens Holiday Drive
Make the Holidays Bright for Teens in Foster Care
While many holiday toy drives focus on younger children, the truth is that teens in foster care are often overlooked — but they need just as much love, joy, and generosity this time of year.
That’s why every holiday season, Foster Angels of Central Texas runs our Toys for Teens Drive — to ensure that every teen we serve receives a meaningful gift that reminds them they’re seen, valued, and celebrated.
This year, we plan to serve over 200 teens across Central Texas with holiday gifts they’ll actually use and enjoy.
How You Can Help
Sponsor a teen’s wish list
Wishlists become available to sponsor in early November: set a reminder!Host a Drive
Rally your office, school, or group to collect gifts or gift cards. We’ll provide flyers, signage, and support to help you make it a success.Make a Monetary Donation
Your donation of any size helps us fill in the gaps, making sure no teen is left out.Volunteer
Let us know you are interested in wrapping or organizing gifts in early December and our team will be in touch with you!
2025 Toys for Teens Holiday Drive
This year, we plan to serve over 150 teens across Central Texas with holiday gifts they’ll actually use and enjoy.
2025 Back To School Drive
We aim to provide over 800 youth with new backpacks filled with grade-appropriate school supplies.