Most of us grow gradually into a world of independence, prepared and supported by a reliable, loving support system called a family. Through our parents we develop a set of values, tools for building social networks and a unique, personal identity that stays with us for our entire lives.
These teens aren't that lucky.
When you wear an ON THEIR OWN bracelet, you are acknowledging your commitment to lend them a hand.
OTO Mission Statement
To provide meaningful, marketable job and life-skills training
for orphaned and foster care teens in the U.S., Africa, Asia,
Eastern Europe and Latin America in preparation for life
ON THEIR OWN as self-sufficient, safe young adults.
28,000 children placed with forever families since 1887
ON THEIR OWN is a humanitarian aid initiative of the Gladney Center for Adoption, funded through the efforts of volunteers of the Fort Worth, TX, Gladney Family Association (GFA), with special assistance from 15 other GFAs around the country.
