Eryka, a senior at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), has always dreamed of becoming an artist. But at 15, she was homeless, and soon after, placed in Georgia’s foster care system—separated from her younger brother with special needs. Despite setback after setback, including being kicked out of her first foster home for bringing a watercolor palette, Eryka never gave up on her vision for the future and dreams of being an artist.

While juggling full-time work and full-time school with just cents in her bank account, Eryka was introduced to the Fostering Success Act. Through FSA and her life coach, she finally found stability—access to rent, school supplies, transportation, and the mentorship she needed to thrive. Today, she’s on the Dean’s List and using her art to inspire other youth who’ve experienced foster care.

The Fostering Success Act empowers Georgia taxpayers to redirect their state taxes—at no cost—to help youth like Eryka transition successfully into adulthood. Learn more at fosteringsuccessact.org.