He’s Fighting for Forgotten Youth Aging Out of the System - Tulsa Talks - Frank Thompson

Today on Tulsa Talks, we welcome Frank Thompson—a man on a mission to create a safe, structured bridge between broken systems and real life. His nonprofit dream, Pushing for Purpose, is designed to catch young men before they fall—especially those aging out of foster care and state facilities. Frank speaks from experience—his own road through addiction, incarceration, and redemption fuels his drive to give these young men the tools he wishes he had: a roof, accountability, financial literacy, emotional safety, and most importantly—a path forward. He shares how his model is built on what truly works: Humility: Admitting emotions and pride can't lead. Surrendering to something greater. Redemption: Building a life after prison by honoring second chances. Power: Creating structure, stability, and systems that instill responsibility. Being: Teaching identity beyond trauma, roles, and labels. Mercy: Loving youth who’ve been overlooked—and believing they’re still worth fighting for. Abundance: Equipping them with skills that surpass survival—into thriving. Witness: Living transparently and calling others into the work. Sovereignty: Trusting God’s timing, even when grants fall through. Reconciliation: Standing in the gap between what was broken and what can be restored. Completion: Preparing them to leave with confidence, purpose, and peace. This is more than transitional housing—it’s transformational living. If you’ve ever wondered what happens to the youth we say we care about “after the system,” listen to Frank. 🎙️ Tulsa Talks – Real stories. Real transformation. Real community. 👉 Subscribe to discover your purpose and live passionately. #tulsatalks #fostercarereform #frankthompson #youthempowerment #pushingforward #10stagesoflife #completepeacemovement #fromsurvivaltosuccess #faithinaction #breakthecycleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tulsa-talks--6590488/support.