Heart Gallery
Every story deserves to be seen.
The Heart Gallery is a space that honors the strength, resilience, and humanity of young people who have experienced foster care.
These are not “before and after” stories.
They are right-now stories, real people, real lives, real possibilities.
Each heart represents a person with their own voice, dreams, and future.
What You'll Find Here
Stories told with dignity.
The Heart Gallery shares personal stories, portraits, and reflections from young people connected to the THRU Project. Some stories are shared in words, some through images, and some through moments that speak for themselves.
What you won’t find here:
• Labels
• Pity
• Assumptions
What you will find:
• Strength
• Honesty
• Hope
• Humanity
Why It Matters
Being seen changes everything.
When stories are told with care and respect, they build understanding, connection, and opportunity.
The Heart Gallery helps:
• Humanize the foster care experience
• Challenge stereotypes
• Create empathy and awareness
• Open doors to support and connection
Every story shared here is a reminder that young people are more than their circumstances.
Sharing with Consent
Choice always comes first.
Every story in the Heart Gallery is shared voluntarily and with care. Young people decide how much of their story they want to share, and when.
Their voice.
Their story.
Their choice.
Get Involved
Be part of the story.
There are many ways to support the Heart Gallery:
• Share stories and portraits
• Support through donations
• Attend gallery events
• Help spread awareness
Connection starts with seeing one another.
For Youth
Your story matters.
If you’re a young adult connected to THRU Project and want to share your story, this space is for you.
You don’t need to have everything figured out.
You just need to be you.
For Supporters
See the impact.
The Heart Gallery offers a powerful look into the lives, voices, and potential of young people in our community.
When you support THRU Project, you’re supporting the people behind these stories.