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 […]
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
The San Francisco and Solano County Independent Living Skills Programs each hold graduation ceremonies in the spring to recognize the […]
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.
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.
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.
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
First Place participant Noel Anaya recently put “aging out” in the national spotlight when he was featured on NPR’s flagship […]
Ending homelessness requires understanding of homelessness. Each January, volunteers in communities across the U.S. conduct a “homeless census” called a […]
As a Game Changer grant recipient, First Place earned a mention in SF Business Times’ coverage of Super Bowl 50’s philanthropic efforts.
As recipients of a Super Bowl Host Committee “Game Changer” grant, First Place for Youth and the #WhenIWas18 campaign were […]