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From Passion to Purpose: Tatiana Harris’ Journey to Founding Beyond Foster

Tatiana Harris’ commitment to supporting foster youth isn’t just a passion—it’s the culmination of years of experience, education, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those aging out of the foster care system. With a background in nonprofit leadership, strategic planning, and business management, Tatiana has spent her career dedicated to creating real change for vulnerable populations.

A Strong Foundation in Business and Leadership

Tatiana holds a Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt and MBA in Corporate Finance and Business, equipping her with the financial acumen and strategic insight needed to manage and grow a successful nonprofit organization. Her education provided her with a strong foundation in program development, financial planning, and operational efficiency—essential components in launching and sustaining Beyond Foster.

Her diverse career spans multiple industries, each contributing to her expertise in leadership, business development, and community outreach. Tatiana has held leadership positions in manufacturing, worked as a strategic planning consultant, and navigated the fast-paced world of luxury real estate in New York City. Additionally, she was the owner of Starz Ultra Lounge, a bar and restaurant, where she honed her skills in business operations and customer relations.

Beyond the corporate world, Tatiana has always been deeply involved in nonprofit work. In her earlier career, she served as the Secretary of the Board for the Equus Equestrian Sport Foundation, where she played a key role in organizational governance and fundraising. This experience, combined with her corporate and entrepreneurial background, gave her the expertise needed to build a nonprofit that is both impactful and financially sustainable.

The Inspiration Behind Beyond Foster

While Tatiana’s work experience provided her with the tools to build a nonprofit, her personal experiences shaped the heart of Beyond Foster. Growing up, she witnessed the struggles of foster youth firsthand, particularly those who aged out of the system without the support and guidance many of their peers had. This early exposure to the hardships of foster care ignited a lifelong commitment to making a difference.

As she progressed in her career, Tatiana saw the gaps in resources available to aged-out foster youth. Government programs provided some assistance, but many young adults were still left struggling with financial instability, housing insecurity, and a lack of mentorship. She knew that more needed to be done.

Bridging the Gap with Beyond Foster

With a wealth of experience and a heart for service, Tatiana founded Beyond Foster to provide essential support that extends beyond traditional foster care programs. Through direct resource distribution, mentorship, and community engagement, Beyond Foster is dedicated to ensuring that aged-out foster youth have the tools and support necessary to build stable, fulfilling lives.

Tatiana’s leadership is driven by a vision of empowerment—one where foster youth don’t just survive but thrive. Her extensive background in nonprofit work, strategic business planning, and financial management ensures that Beyond Foster is built on a foundation of knowledge, experience, and, most importantly, compassion.

Join the Mission

Tatiana invites individuals, businesses, and community leaders to join her in making a difference. Whether through donations, volunteer work, or advocacy, there are countless ways to support Beyond Foster’s mission. Together, we can ensure that no young adult faces the challenges of aging out of foster care alone.

Be part of the change. Be part of Beyond Foster. 💙