Hope After Hardship: How Promises2Kids Transforms Lives

In this episode, host John Valencia sits down with Tonya Torosian, Chief Executive Officer at Promises2Kids, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting foster youth in San Diego County. Promises2Kids provides critical services like emergency shelter, college scholarships, and mentorship programs to help children heal from trauma and build a brighter future. John discusses the organization's flagship initiatives: The Polinsky Children's Center, offering emergency shelter and protection. Guardian Scholars, providing scholarships and mentoring for foster youth pursuing higher education. Camp Connect, reuniting brothers and sisters separated in foster care through special events and overnight camping trips. Foster Funds, supplying basic needs and enrichment opportunities for foster youth. The conversation explores the deep emotional needs of foster children, the importance of community support, and how Promises2Kids empowers youth to break the cycle of abuse and neglect. John also shares how listeners can get involved through volunteering, donations, and spreading awareness. The Good For Others Show is where bold ideas turn into real impact. Hosted by John Valencia, each episode features leaders building stronger communities through workforce development, nonprofit innovation, and systems change. 👉 Learn more about Good For Others Foundation: https://goodforothers.org 📱 Explore our nonprofit hub (jobs, events, and more): https://app.goodforothers.org 🤝 Get involved, partner, or support the work: https://goodforothers.org/contact Follow, share, and join us in doing good, better.