Empowering Futures: Bathsheba Nichole Adams’ Vision for Foster Youth through Eyes Like Mine Foundation

By Tammy Reese | Monday, July 1, 2025 | 1:25 PM ET

In a world where the voices of foster and adopted children often go unheard, Bathsheba Nichole Adams emerges as a beacon of hope and resilience. As a mother, nonprofit founder, breast cancer survivor, and actress, she embodies the essence of purpose-driven living. Through her organization, Eyes Like Mine Non Profit Foundation, established in 2016, Bathsheba is dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable youth by providing them with essential resources and unwavering support. Her mission transcends mere advocacy; it is a heartfelt commitment to ensuring that every child feels seen, valued, and empowered to thrive. With a fierce dedication to justice and a personal narrative of overcoming adversity, Bathsheba not only fights for the rights of women in the workplace but also champions the cause of those who have faced the trials of foster care. Join us as we explore her inspiring journey and the transformative work of Eyes Like Mine, which seeks to build a brighter future for all children, regardless of their circumstances.

Tell us about your nonprofit — what inspired its creation and what is its core mission?

Eyes Like Mine Inc. was born from my own journey through foster care. I saw how easy it is for a child’s voice to be lost in the shuffle — and how desperately we need safe spaces for healing, mentorship, and real connection. Our mission is simple but transformative: to empower foster and adopted youth by pairing them with mentors, providing trauma-informed workshops, and creating community events where they can see themselves as leaders, not just survivors.

Why is supporting foster and adopted youth so personal and important to you?

I was one of those kids. I know what it feels like to wait for someone to say, “I see you.” I’ve been that child who doubted her worth — and I refuse to let today’s youth carry that burden alone. Every time a foster teen tells me they finally believe in themselves, I remember exactly why this fight matters.

You’re balancing personal trauma and a professional battle while still showing up for your community. How do you find the strength to keep serving others?

My fuel is the same thing that keeps me breathing on my darkest days: purpose. Serving my community reminds me that my pain has power — that every scar can become a beacon. When I feel like I can’t take another step, I lean on the very people I serve: their resilience uplifts my soul and gives me strength to keep going.

What have your youth or community members taught you about resilience, healing, or purpose?

Children open my eyes daily to a truth I sometimes forget: healing is messy and non-linear, but it’s unstoppable when you have someone who believes in you. A foster teen once said, “You make me feel like my story matters,” and that simple line taught me that empathy is the spark that lights every path to purpose.

What are some of the programs or events your nonprofit offers to support foster and adopted youth?

• Skill-Building Workshops: From resume clinics to confidence-boosting improv classes, we teach practical tools for success.

• Community Celebrations: Holiday dinners and “family” days so no child ever feels alone in a season meant for togetherness.

Can you share a moment or success story from your nonprofit work that keeps you going, even on your hardest days?

At our last Gala, a girl who arrived silent and withdrawn climbed on stage to recite her own poem about hope. When she finished, the entire room rose in tears and applause. She told me later, “For the first time, I felt brave enough to own my voice.” That single moment reminds me why every ounce of effort is worth it.

How has your fight for justice shifted your perspective as a leader and advocate?

Facing a billion-dollar company in federal court taught me leadership isn’t just about strategy — it’s about vulnerability. Admitting fear and trauma makes you more relatable, not weaker. I’ve learned to lead with authenticity: owning my story, scars and all, to inspire others to step into their own power.

In what ways has your lived experience influenced the resources or emotional support you provide through your organization?

I’ve designed our programs around the gaps I felt in foster care: a place to grieve, a place to learn life skills, and a place to celebrate wins, no matter how small. Every workshop, mentor match, and event is filtered through my own playbook of what mattered most when I was a frightened child needing a champion.

What advice would you give to other women — especially survivors — who want to lead with purpose while facing adversity?

Your scars are your superpower — wear them like armor, not shame. Build your tribe, document your wins (even the tiny ones), and remember that saying “I need help” is the bravest thing you can do. Leadership isn’t born in boardrooms; it’s forged in the trenches of real life.

How can others support your mission and the youth you serve right now?

• Mentor or Volunteer a few hours a month — your presence changes lives.

• Donate to fund retreats, school supplies, and counseling services.

• Share our stories on social media with #EyesLikeMineInc so we can reach every corner of the country.

• Partner your business or organization with us for job-training workshops, donate in kind services or resources as well as assist us in gaining transitional housing.

Every share, dollar, and minute matters. Together, we’ll ensure no foster child ever feels invisible again.

Learn more about Eyes Like Mine Non Profit Foundation here: https://www.eyeslikemineinc.org/

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Owner of Visionary Minds Public Relations and Media, Tammy Reese is an award-winning writer and journalist best known for landing major interviews with Angela Bassett, Sharon Stone, Sigourney Weaver, Laurence Fishburne, Geena Davis, Billy Porter, Morris Chestnut, Nelly, Mona Scott Young, Giancarlo Esposito, Luke Evans, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jennifer Connelly, Joseph Sikora, Meagan Good, Leon, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Phylicia Rashad, Omar Epps, Courtney Kemp, Vivica A Fox, Ryan Coogler, and so many more.

She is a proud member of ForbesBLK as well as New York Women in Film and Television.

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