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When it comes to helping foster families ‘everyone can do something’

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The James Project is a non-profit organization helping foster families in Sangamon County.

Olivia Hayse is the executive director of The James Project which provides support to foster families in Sangamon County. She spoke to Community Voices about the great need for foster families in Springfield and how anyone, whether they are called to foster or not, can do something to help.

For more information visit: https://thejamesproject127.com/

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.
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