How Many Children Are in Foster Care in 2025? U.S. and Global Numbers Explained

How Many Children Are in Foster Care

Children in foster care systems reflect some of the most vulnerable experiences in any society. Government agencies, nonprofit groups, and international organizations collect and publish data to track these realities, identify gaps, and improve policies. Foster care trends carry wide public impact across child welfare, adoption, mental health, and family reunification efforts. In 2025, new … Read more