Welcome!

My name is Ke’Ayna Taylor, and I am a former foster youth who had the privilege of being supported by

Richard Robinson.

When I first met Richard, I was a troubled teenager who lacked direction, guidance, and someone I felt I

could trust. From the moment he was assigned to my case, Richard treated me with compassion, patience,

and respect. He made me feel that my circumstances did not define who I was or who I could become.

Richard believed in me when I struggled to believe in myself. He encouraged me to stay focused on my

education, make better decisions, care for myself, and never give up on my future. His support had an

impact on me that has lasted well beyond my time in foster care.

-Ke'Anya Taylor

I have known Richard since I was 8 years old. Richard became my social worker me and my brothers. As we grew up, he ensured that he would be around to look out for us and try to keep us together. Additionally, Richard always made sure to check on me, and ensuring that I was in a good mental space.  As I grew into the man, I am today, Richard helped me navigate several dark times, from me losing my mother and grandmother. As a teenager, and moving to different homes and families, he tried his best to ensure that I remained connected to both sides of my biological families. When I left college, Richard decided to fly out to see me, and bring important documents that I needed, which helped me to transition into adulthood after emancipating from the foster care system. Lastly, Richard has served as a mentor, father figure and uncle in my life. 

Richard, thank you for helping me become more than just a systemic statistic of the foster care system.

-Torian M.-