Thirty Years of Love and Stability | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

For thirty years, Bay Area couple Paul and Betsy Franklin turned their home into a haven for kids in need, welcoming twelve foster children and adopting three—each one given love, structure, and opportunity. They didn’t just provide shelter; they transformed lives, helping every child graduate high school and two earn college degrees. Former residents now thrive as adults, crediting the Franklins with turning anger into compassion and guiding them away from jail or homelessness. Recognized by San Mateo County for their extraordinary impact, their story is a beacon calling others to step up…