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First Place for Youth supports foster kids as they learn to support themselves.

When a child’s family can’t be there for them, it leaves a big gap. It can be hard for foster kids to find their way as adults. Without a family to lean on, many struggle in school and have trouble finding a job. Some even end up homeless.

At First Place for Youth, we know that more is possible for these young people. With the community’s support, we help them reach their full potential in school, work, and life.

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We Ask 18-Year-Olds to Do What Most Adults Can’t 

By Thomas G. Lee  On their 18th birthday, thousands of young people in foster care receive a message they never […]

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Foster Youth Are Your Solution to America’s Skills Gap 

By Erica Waterford, Vice President of Education & Employment, First Place for Youth  American businesses are facing a critical labor […]

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Advancing Youth Apprenticeship Pathways 

By Erica Waterford, VP of Education and Employment, First Place for Youth  Over the past year, First Place for Youth has […]

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