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National recognition, university partners and community outreach across Texas.
Justice Debra Lehrmann joins the WHIT board
The WHIT Program welcomes Justice Debra H. Lehrmann to its Board of Directors. Justice Lehrmann is the Senior Justice of the Supreme Court of Texas and the longest-serving woman Justice in the Court’s history, with more than 35 years of judicial experience, including 23 years as a trial judge.
A nationally respected leader in family and child protection law, she has dedicated much of her career to protecting children and strengthening families.
Jennifer Lisson honored with a national Angels in Adoption award
Jennifer Lisson, founder and president of The WHIT Program, has received the 2026 Angels in Adoption award, recognizing her dedication to improving the lives of children in foster care.
Presented through the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute, the recognition followed a nomination by Congressman August Pfluger. Jennifer was also appointed to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Services and Support Subcommittee, where she will contribute her experience to efforts supporting children and families involved in the child welfare system.
What began in 2021 with 28 children and 28 volunteer tutors has grown into a statewide effort helping hundreds of children in foster care overcome educational challenges and build confidence.
National recognition
A special visit to Washington, D.C.
The Angels in Adoption recognition was a chance to highlight the importance of supporting children and families involved in foster care.
Community outreach
Taking the WHIT mission into our communities
WHIT representatives join community gatherings, share information about free tutoring, and encourage people to become volunteer tutors. Every conversation creates another chance to connect a child with someone who can help them succeed in school.
Helping children in foster care close the education gap
The WHIT Program was featured in the January 2026 issue of Neighbors of the Concho Valley, highlighting its mission to help children in foster care succeed academically.
The article explores how volunteer college students provide free, personalized tutoring and how consistent academic support helps children build confidence. It also shares experiences from foster parents, students and tutors who have seen the program’s effects.
Children in foster care start out behind. We catch them up.
WHIT’s mission is rooted in giving children in foster care consistent educational support, encouragement and opportunities to succeed.
Campus Champions
Texas A&M University recognized as a Campus Champion
The WHIT Program recognized Texas A&M University for its participation in the Campus Champions initiative, with certificates and a $2,000 Campus Champion award.
Through Campus Champions, WHIT connects college students with children in foster care who need academic encouragement and tutoring support.
Community partnerships
Thank you, H-E-B Tournament of Champions Charitable Trust
The WHIT Program is grateful to the H-E-B Tournament of Champions Charitable Trust for sponsoring the Campus Champions initiative and supporting efforts to connect more children in foster care with volunteer tutors.
Help a child in foster care catch up
Refer a student, give one hour a week as a tutor, or make free tutoring possible with a gift.