First Lady Melania Trump has expressed her support for President Donald J. Trump's Proclamation designating May 2025 as National Foster Care Month. This announcement coincides with the anniversary of the First Lady's Be Best initiative, launched in 2018.
In her statement, Mrs. Trump said, "I am proud of the work I have done to support the foster care community during the past several years, and I am pleased to join my husband in honoring the families, caregivers, and advocates who provide shelter, stability, and inspiration to our children. I acknowledge the tireless dedication of our American foster families who play a critical role in helping children realize their full potential."
The Be Best initiative by First Lady Melania Trump aims to support children's well-being, including those within the foster care system through her Fostering the Future platform. The complete text of the Presidential Proclamation on National Foster Care Month can be found on WhiteHouse.gov.