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 […]
Parenting is hard work. It can be doubly hard for young parents, especially if they don’t have a strong network […]
At First Place, we know that all of our young people have the potential to achieve long-term success and self-sufficiency. […]
First Place for Youth was among those honored at the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles’ “Your Time to Shine” event in May.
First Place for Youth has partnered with NPAG, a national executive search and consulting firm that is dedicated to serving the mission-driven community, to conduct the search for the next Chief Executive Officer to lead our organization into a new era of impact and geographic expansion. Learn more about the role and review the instructions for providing nominations or submitting an application.
“When you get into First Place, you have all these plans and it’s easy to get overwhelmed,” Dre is the first one to admit that when he moved into his First Place for Youth apartment, he wasn’t prepared for all the intensive support the program provides.
Fourteen years ago, Angelica felt like she had let herself down. See where she is now, and how First Place helped her get there.
Foster youth continue to face poor educational outcomes, particularly when it comes to postsecondary education. This week First Place traveled to Sacramento to show our support for SB 940.
For Leticia, home and comfort have not always been synonymous.
After 12 years with First Place for Youth, CEO Sam Cobbs has announced his departure, effective February 19th.
On August 5, Kurt Warner was inducted into the National Football League Hall of Fame. Last year, as First Place celebrated our 18th birthday, Kurt spoke with us about his own journey navigating the uncertainties of adulthood.
When Krisha visited Washington, D.C. for the first time, she made time to see the sights, but she wasn’t just there as a tourist. She had a story to tell about the importance of jobs programs.
First Place is proud to be a grantee of the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles
It is with mixed emotions that I am writing to let you know our Co-Founder and Vice President of Policy, Deanne Pearn, will be moving on from First Place for Youth at the end of this month
When Jordan decided it was time to take control of his life, he turned to First Place.