# Raising the Voice of Youth Aging Out of Foster Care!

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Podcast: [Fostering Change](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fostering-change-249935)
Published: 2026-03-31T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://youtu.be/zd33_vRP7_s
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## Resource

On this episode of Fostering Change, Rob Scheer is joined by leaders and advocates working directly with young people transitioning out of foster care: Sarah Baumgartner of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Brian Robinson of Kids’ Voice of Indiana, and Princess Martinez Casanova, a foster youth leader and member of the Youth Impact Board at Kids’ Voice. For Comfort Cases, partnerships have always been central to the mission. The organization’s first corporate Packing Parties began in Indiana with Elevance Health and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in 2008. Since then, Anthem has remained a longstanding partner, demonstrating an ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and to supporting children and youth experiencing foster care. Today, that commitment continues through collaboration with Kids’ Voice of Indiana, working together to raise the voice of youth transitioning out of foster care by creating resources, providing transition support, and expanding opportunities for education and career advancement. As Foster Care Awareness Month approaches in May, this conversation highlights the importance of recognizing the needs of young people preparing to age out of the system — and the role partnerships play in helping them build strong, independent futures. Episode Highlights The importance of supporting youth as they transition out of foster care How corporate partnerships can expand resources and opportunities for young people The role of Kids’ Voice of Indiana in advocating for older youth and preparing them for independence The impact of mentorship, advocacy, and youth voice in shaping better outcomes Real-life success stories, including pathways to higher education and career development About the Guests Sarah Baumgartner is the Older Youth Case Manager on t…

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