For more than 20 years, First Place for Youth has taken pride in providing young people in foster care with […]
Spurred on by the efforts of Supervisor Dave Cortese, this week the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved […]
As California began responding to the COVID-19 crisis, it was clear that the young people who rely on ILSP would need us even more. But how do you keep a “drop-in” service running when dropping in isn’t an option?
At First Place for Youth, the well-being of our young people is paramount. We place their health and safety at the center of all our work as we prepare them to live independent lives as adults, and we always want them to be able to trust that we are giving them the best possible advice and have their interests at heart. We are applying this same approach as we address the COVID-19 pandemic.
Part 1 of our overview of new California laws for 2020 focused on changes within foster care, juvenile justice, and […]
A busy 2019 legislative session in California saw the passage of several laws for reform and improvement in the state’s […]
Published last week in print and on the LADYGUNN website, Life After Foster Care shares portraits and stories of former foster youth in their […]
When we talk about the work of First Place, it’s often in terms of helping foster youth beat the odds […]
Ranisha is one of five First Place participants and alumni who successfully completed their User Experience Design certification this year. Learn about the partnership that made this possible and about Ranisha’s journey.
The investment will be distributed to county child welfare agencies enabling them to expand the successful THP-Plus program, which provides housing and supportive services for former foster youth age 18 to 24.
We are pleased to announce that Suzanne Brown has joined the organization as Executive Director for Southern California. Suzanne brings to First […]
As LGBTQ+ Pride Month draws to a close, First Place staff and youth gather to celebrate with a “Loud and Proud” lunch
On April 17, First Place joined the United team for an inside look at the jobs that keep the airline running, and the skills for succeeding with the company.
On March 21, First Place hosted a career day for program participants at our Wilshire Boulevard office. The event was the latest in an ongoing series of employment-focused activities planned in partnership with United Airlines
California was ahead of the curve in extending foster care to youth ages 18-21, and thousands of young people have […]
“I want to travel and make movies that tell stories about different people and places,” says First Place participant Breyon about her hopes for her future
Last month, Jerah and five other First Place participants toured Adobe’s headquarters in San Francisco with the knowledge that in a few short months they might be working there
We are thrilled to announce that Erika Van Buren, our Vice President of Evaluation and Learning, has been named to […]
“If I hadn’t found First Place, I’m not sure where I would be today,” says Leslio, a First Place participant in Santa Clara County. “But I’m sure I wouldn’t be living the life I want,”
I have a voice and want it to be heard My ancestors fought for my right to vote I want […]
The First Place for Youth Board of Directors is delighted to announce the selection of Heidi McIntosh as CEO following […]
United Airlines and First Place for Youth came together in July to celebrate the airlines $1M investment in our Los Angeles programs
On May 17, First Place for Youth hosted long-time supporters and their guests, current and former participants, and our staff at an evening celebrating the organization’s 20th anniversary. The event offered and opportunity to acknowledge and honor the work of those who have made First Place what it is today.
The San Francisco and Solano County Independent Living Skills Programs each hold graduation ceremonies in the spring to recognize the […]