Fostering the Future Initiative Overview

Good afternoon.

I heard you missed me.

Here I am.

Welcome to the White House. A warm welcome to our

distinguished guests today, Mr. President,

my father, Mr. Knauss, cabinet members,

Mr. Penske, Mr. Bowes, Mr. Shanks,

the talented drivers, our universities,

and the remarkable individuals who stand in support of

my Fostering the Future initiative.

The greatest achievement investment America can make

is not in technology, infrastructure, or capital

markets, it's our children.

We are at the beginning of an era defined by artificial

intelligence, robotics,

and industries that have yet to be imagined.

But America's greatest competitive advantage remains

in its own people.

Tomorrow's leaders are sitting in classrooms today,

including those growing up in foster care.

Their capability is no less remarkable.

Fostering the Future elevates America's youth based on

merit and talent, lifting them beyond

economic circumstance and every other

condition that may limit opportunity.

Our mission is simple, yet transformational:

provide every young person from the foster care community

the chance to earn a college education,

launch a meaningful career, and achieve lasting

financial independence.

Today,

Indiana University and Purdue University

join Fostering the Future's growing coast to coast

alliance of leading academic institutions.

Congratulations and thank you.

Together, they expand a national network of

26 universities that prepare our foster youth

to shape America's growth