Listening First: Bridging Policy, Community, and Youth in Foster Care Support with Kym Renner

As we wrap up Season 7 of *Fostering Change*, we’re joined by Kym Renner, President and CEO of the RennerVation Foundation and a longtime leader in child welfare and public service.

With more than 25 years of experience in Los Angeles County’s child welfare system, Kym brings a powerful perspective at the intersection of public policy, foster care, and community-based support. Alongside her brother, Jeremy Renner, she co-founded the RennerVation Foundation to create opportunities and meaningful support for foster and at-risk youth throughout Nevada.

This conversation is especially meaningful for Comfort Cases. Earlier this year, we partnered with the RennerVation Foundation for a Packing Party and community event in Lake Tahoe. Later this summer, Rob will spend time at Camp RennerVation meeting directly with campers and hearing about their experiences in foster care.

Together, these moments reinforce a simple truth: the best solutions begin by listening to young people themselves.

Conversation Highlights:

Why foster youth must have a voice in shaping the programs designed to support them

How public systems and community organizations can work together to create better outcomes

The impact of Camp RennerVation and the Foundation’s Pave Your Way program

Building meaningful support that feels accessible, welcoming, and relevant to young people

Why collaboration between nonprofits can create lasting change for youth in foster care

A Special Season Finale Message:

This episode marks the conclusion of Season 7 of *Fostering Change*.