Join The Movement to Support Transition Age Youth
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Transition Age Youth, typically between the ages of 18 and 24, face unique challenges when it comes to finding and maintaining suitable housing. When youth age out of foster care, they often lose the support and stability provided by the system. Without a permanent family or guardianship, they are left to navigate the housing market and other challenges on their own.
Many transition age youth face financial barriers that prevent them from affording housing on their own. They may have minimal savings, limited employment opportunities, and no access to affordable housing subsidies or rental assistance. Young adults leaving the foster care system may not have completed high school or obtained the necessary skills to secure stable employment. This makes it even more challenging for them to find housing and maintain financial stability.
Stable housing plays a crucial role in the well-being and success of transition age youth from foster care. Foster Love is on a mission to support Transition Age Youth by partnerships with banks and individuals willing to donate their homes.
Hard Facts/Statistics
A study by the University of California, Berkeley found that nearly 40% of homeless youth in the United States have a history of foster care involvement.
The National Alliance to End Homelessness states that around 23,000 young individuals age out of foster care each year, and within two years, 20% of them will become homeless.
According to a report by the Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative, nearly 50% of youth who transition out of foster care will experience homelessness by the age of 26.
Contact Us
We invite you to join us in addressing the housing crisis head-on by donating homes to support transitional housing for homeless youth. Foster Love is a reputable 501(c)3 organization and will work with your legal team throughout the entire process. Contact us today to start the process of donating home.
IMPROVED STABILITY AND SAFETY:
Having a stable place to call home provides a sense of security and reduces the risk of housing instability or homelessness. It allows them to have a safe and consistent environment to live in, which fosters emotional well-being and overall stability.
ENHANCED EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:
Stable housing creates a conducive environment for education. Transition age youth with stable housing are more likely to attend school regularly, complete their education, and pursue higher education or vocational training. With a stable home base, they can focus on their studies and academic goals.
INCREASED EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Having stable housing enables these young adults to establish a stable address, which is often required for job applications and interviews. It also provides them with a base from which to search for and secure employment. Stable housing can improve their chances of finding stable and sustainable employment, leading to greater financial independence.
IMPROVED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH:
Stable housing has positive effects on both physical and mental health outcomes. With a stable home, transition age youth have better access to healthcare, improved nutrition, and the ability to establish routines that promote wellness. They are likely to experience reduced stress levels and have an increased sense of overall well-being.
GREATER COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL INTEGRATION:
Stable housing is a critical component of achieving long-term self-sufficiency. It provides a foundation for these young adults to develop essential life skills, acquire financial literacy, and learn how to maintain a household. By having a stable housing situation, they can work towards independence, establish goals, and plan for their future.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The foster care system touches every part of our society. When you look at any social issue, whether it is fighting poverty, homelessness, sex trafficking, the school-to-prison pipeline, educational inequality, children who’ve experienced foster care are represented in those groups in outstanding numbers.
Foster Love is a leader in foster care innovation. Together with the community, we advocate for children in care lifting their voices and coming up with solutions for the problems they face. When you get involved with Foster Love, you are part of the solution, bringing value resources to children who need it most.
Donations and funds raised are used to support essential programs which are distributed to children in foster care through our foster agency partners.
100% of all donations go directly towards the sponsored program. Foster Love is committed to ensuring that your support is directly reaching children in foster care nationwide. For more insight on our financials, please review our financial documents.
There are plenty of ways you can help children in foster care. Donating towards a Foster Love service project or program is a direct way you can bring hope and solve an immediate need.
Feel free to ask any questions you may have regarding Foster Love and any of our programs. Our team is available to address your submissions within 1-2 business days. If you need immediate assistance, please call us directly at 714-784-6760.
