The Impact of Returning the Favor

Rhonda Polson shares how her journey into the foster care system drastically changed after her appearance on a show that aired just before the COVID-19 lockdown. Her story resonated with millions, leading to an overwhelming response where people from 41 states and four countries expressed interest in replicating her initiative, Isaiah 117 House. This surge in interest resulted in a significant increase in the number of children being pulled out of the foster care system, with over 6,000 kids benefiting from the program. Rhonda acknowledges the unintended consequences of this exposure, emphasizing the power of storytelling and its potential to mobilize communities.