How Radical Life Began

Chad & Lindsay Smith, foster parents for over 9 years, founded Radical Life to address the challenges faced by children in foster care. Their journey, fueled by a desire to prevent unnecessary placement, revealed poverty as a primary factor. Radical Life aims to keep children out of state systems by fostering community support and employing evidence-based strategies. Through two and a half years of research and collaboration, Radical Life was launched in 2021, driven by a mission to empower families and tackle poverty head-on. Committed to proactive solutions, Radical Life strives to create a supportive environment where all family members can thrive.