They said their "Make a Difference - Foster a Child" campaign attracted 75% more inquiries than usual in one month.

BBC: Campaign boost for foster caring

According to the state of Washington, more than 75% of families who have attended a training class through Wing-Kovarik's group have gone on to be placed with a foster child.

CNN: Breaking down barriers so foster kids can find a family

In addition, he sits on the U.S. Supreme Court Judicial Conference Committee on Federal-State Jurisdiction and the Arkansas Supreme Court Committees on Technology, Child Support, and Foster Care.

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

State benefits for foster carers have been increased - in St Petersburg they are equivalent to about half the average salary for the first fostered child.

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