Fishing for Joy: Transforming Lives of Foster Kids in Florida

Misty's initiative, 'A Real Future', started ten years ago in Clearwater, Florida, has a profound mission: to take foster children fishing, offering them respite from their daily struggles. While not every trip is transformative, each outing grants these children a day of escape and the chance to form positive memories. Witnessing the children’s initial sadness melt away with each catch, and seeing them assist each other, encapsulates the power of Misty's program to bring joy and build confidence among vulnerable youth. These experiences do more than just teach fishing; they imbue foster children with joy and a sense of normalcy, empowering them to share their stories with peers, boosting their self-confidence.