Why Internet Safety Matters

When you're online, it can feel like you're in your own space, chatting with friends or followers. But not everyone is who they say they are. Online predators are skilled at pretending to be someone else to earn your trust. They might say the right things, offer compliments, or even send gifts—just to get close to you. Their goal is often to manipulate, exploit, or harm young people.

Caroline County, MD – Foster children in Caroline County will now have additional support and resources thanks to the expansion of The Blue Ribbon Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting foster youth and survivors of child abuse. The organization is bringing its widely recognized Backpacks of Love program to the county, ensuring that children entering foster care have essential items to help ease their transition.