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Yogi Ferrell’s commitment to foster care

Jonathan’s Place is a foster care and adoption program that provides a safe place, a loving home, and specialized services to children who have been abandoned, neglected or abused. Given that Ferrell’s mother was neglected and grew up in foster care, quiet naturally, her son would connect with such a dynamic organization.

“Growing up was rough for her and she came out on top and has been a great parent, especially giving support for me and my entire basketball career,” Ferrell said of his mother. “I’ve seen how she’s become such a strong woman, and now she’s giving back in being a foster parent.