Every Child Deserves a Home: National Foster Care Month with Cousin T's Founder

During National Foster Care Month, Terrence Williams, founder of the food brand Cousin T's, shares his transformative journey through the foster care system and advocates for the importance of giving every child a loving home.

In the United States, the month of May is designated as National Foster Care Month, a period dedicated to recognizing the vital role of the foster care system in providing a safe haven for children in need. Terrence Williams, the founder of the budding food brand Cousin T's, is a testament to the life-changing impact that foster care can have.

Growing up in the foster care system, Williams faced challenges that left an imprint on his life. He bounced from home to home until he was finally adopted at the age of 15. This experience instilled in him an unwavering belief that every child deserves to be loved and cared for.

"I thank God that I live in a country that has a foster care system. That's the great thing about America, because if I was born in another country, and I was in foster care, or if I didn't have a mother and a father, and I was born in some third-world country, I would probably be on the streets right now," Williams told Fox News Digital.

Thanks to the foster care system, Williams' life took a dramatic turn. In 2021, he founded Cousin T's, a company that started with pancake mix and syrup and has since expanded into a full-fledged food brand offering everything from coffee and biscuits to fried chicken mix and hot sauce.

Williams' passion for food stems from his childhood memories of gathering around the breakfast table with his family. After Aunt Jemima fell victim to cancel culture in 2020, Williams saw an opportunity to fill the void left behind.

"Now, the pancake idea came after Aunt Jemima was canceled. She was one of my favorite food brands, and when they canceled Aunt Jemima, I was really upset because I loved Aunt Jemima. I was introduced to Aunt Jemima in one of my foster homes… that's when I first had her pancake mix," Williams said.

Williams acknowledges that cancel culture has had a corrosive effect on society, and he uses his platform to counter its damaging influence. He has authored a book, "From the Foster House to the White House," and has amassed a substantial following on social media.

Many children in the foster care system look to role models who have successfully navigated the system, and Williams is proud to be that beacon of hope. The success of Cousin T's has empowered him to reach out to foster kids and inspire them to strive for a better future.

"Cousin T’s represents the American dream, because, you know, I am the founder, and I come from the foster care system," Williams said.

"I do use the company to motivate and inspire foster kids all over America and to show them that if I can do it, you can do it," he said. "That’s one of the greatest things about my company: Food is great, but inspiring and motivating children is even greater."

Williams' story serves as a powerful reminder that every child deserves a loving home. The foster care system plays a crucial role in providing these children with the support and guidance they need to reach their full potential. As National Foster Care Month draws to a close, it is imperative that we all continue to support this vital system and advocate for the well-being of the children who depend on it.