Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Trends Care Foundation for No Kid Left Behind

Trends Care Foundation for No Kid Left Behind is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit created to support children and young adults who have lost one or both parents. The organization emerged from a personal tragedy that left five children in the care of their grandparents, and it now seeks to ensure that children in similar situations do not “fall through the cracks.” The foundation mobilizes individual donations and corporate sponsorships to finance structured programs and scholarships designed to build resilience, stability and long‑term success.

The foundation has designed a three‑tier program model that follows young people from early childhood into young adulthood. For ages 5–10, activities emphasize emotional safety, play therapy, mentorship and basic academic support, helping children process grief while maintaining educational progress. For adolescents 11–17, the focus shifts to emotional resilience, educational advancement and life skills through counseling, STEM and arts programs, and group workshops on conflict resolution and emotional intelligence.

For young adults 18–24, the foundation prioritizes career readiness and independence. This includes job‑training activities, financial literacy workshops, mentorship opportunities and access to scholarships. These scholarships and program resources are funded through the organization’s fundraising efforts and are awarded to selected participants based on an application process.

Families and guardians can submit an application by email using a simple template that captures basic information such as the child’s story, school context, grades and activities. Once accepted, participants are expected to share updated grades each semester, reflecting the program’s emphasis on educational progress. A distinctive “three‑strikes‑you’re‑out” accountability system is used across tiers to encourage consistent participation, respectful behavior and goal completion. Rather than permanently excluding youth, strikes can result in temporary loss of privileges combined with additional support to help them re‑engage successfully.

The foundation’s work is financed through individual donations processed online as well as structured sponsorship packages. Sponsorship levels (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) offer varying degrees of visibility, from logo placement and acknowledgements in event programs to opportunities to speak at events and host promotional booths. These fundraising mechanisms underpin the delivery of programs and scholarships and create avenues for corporate and community partners to invest directly in the futures of bereaved children.

Trends Care Foundation primarily serves children and young adults aged 5–24 who are living with the loss of parents and being raised by caregivers who may have limited financial or emotional resources. By combining therapeutic support, enrichment programs and financial assistance for education and career development, the foundation aims to reduce the long‑term risks associated with parental loss, such as academic underachievement and mental health challenges. Its mission is to cultivate a generation of resilient, empowered individuals who can overcome early adversity and build stable, fulfilling lives.