A Spotlight on Youth Transitions Partnership

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At First Place for Youth, we know that the journey to adulthood can feel overwhelming for young people leaving foster […]

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Keeping Up the Momentum: Continued Support and Focus is Essential in Reducing Unsheltered Homelessness 

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By Thomas Lee, First Place for Youth CEO  Progress Worth Celebrating—With Important Caveats  For the second year in a row, […]

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Cutting Foster Care Support Is a False Economy 

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Imagine turning 18 and, overnight, being expected to secure housing, earn a living, and pursue your education—entirely on your own. […]

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San Jose Spotlight – Trump wants to slash HUD — with an exception

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California increased its number of housing vouchers through the Family Unification Program by 54% between 2021 and 2023, according to a […]

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Building Brighter Futures: Our Partnership with The Relatives

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At First Place for Youth, we are proud to partner with The Relatives in Mecklenburg County, NC, an organization that […]

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Press Release: Foster Youth Move into New Affordable Housing in San Jose through First Place for Youth

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 24, 2025 MEDIA CONTACT:First Place for YouthJulie Richter | julie@julierichter.co480.818.8022 Foster Youth Move into New Affordable Housing […]

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2024 Local Heroes Celebrates $2.5 Million in Pasadena Community Foundation Grant Awards

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The greater Pasadena community joined Pasadena Community Foundation (PCF) for an uplifting celebration on Thursday, November 14 — the 25th […]

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