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First Place for Youth
Building a foundation for life after foster care
About First Place for Youth
First Place for Youth was founded in 1998 to prevent poverty and homelessness among youth who age out of foster care. The mission of First Place is to help foster youth build the skills they need to make a successful transition to self-sufficiency and responsible adulthood. First Place was the first organization dedicated exclusively to providing housing for transitioning foster youth in Northern California and has grown into the state’s largest provider for this vulnerable population. First Place utilizes a scattered-site housing program model, which puts youth in a realistic, independent setting in their local communities.
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Signals from First Place for Youth
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Presence & Recognition
First Place for Youth held its Santa Clara Back to School Kick-Off event with strong attendance from participants preparing for the fall semester.
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Presence & Recognition
First Place for Youth hosted a Back to School event in South Bay, LA, bringing together youth for preparation and inspiration ahead of the new school year.
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Presence & Recognition
First Place for Youth announced that Debbie Allen will be honored with the inaugural First Place Community Impact Award at In the Key of Possibility taking place Thursday, October 22nd at Somerville in Los Angeles.
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Research & Knowledge
First Place for Youth published a 16-page Pathway to Independence policy recommendation and testimonial report.
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Products & Services
First Place for Youth established a state-funded full cost of attendance scholarship and created specialized case management for foster youth.
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Partnerships
First Place for Youth collaborated with the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services, Mississippi Youth Voice, and the Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services to implement a supervised independent living option within the continuum of care.
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