In California, a data-driven 'life boat' for those transitioning out of foster care

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In California, a data-driven ‘life boat’ for those transitioning out of foster care

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First Place For Youth

Mar 16, 2018

Success is not measured in hugs.

This a core tenet of First Place for Youth, a nonprofit organization that runs a housing, education and job development program in California from its home office in downtown Oakland.

(Arizona Daily Star/Tucson.com)

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