The Superhero Connection

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Superhero mythology often features characters with extraordinary abilities who were foster children, mirroring the real-life experiences of some individuals. Removed […]

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First Place is There Every Step of the Way

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Teens and young adults aging out of foster care face immense challenges as they make the transition to independence and […]

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First Place is Empowering Foster Youth for a Brighter Future!

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For many older foster youth, transitioning out of foster care can be a challenging time, especially for those without a […]

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First Place Secures 5 New Apartments For SF Youth

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Recently, First Place moved several young adults into sparkling San Francisco apartments with great city views.

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Mississippi Youth Voice Leaders Champion a Historic Win!

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It’s official!   On April 27th, Mississippi became the 36th state to pass a tuition waiver for foster youth pursuing postsecondary […]

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Close the Gap: Supporting the THP-NMD Housing Supplement

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Teens and young adults aging out of foster care face immense challenges as they make the transition to independence and […]

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New California Laws Part 1: Child Welfare, Juvenile Justice, and Homeless Youth

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A busy 2019 legislative session in California saw the passage of several laws for reform and improvement in the state’s […]

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California Budget Adds $8 Million to Combat Youth Homelessness

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The investment will be distributed to county child welfare agencies enabling them to expand the successful THP-Plus program, which provides housing and supportive services for former foster youth age 18 to 24.

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Chronicle of Social Change: Housing Shortage Driving Foster Youth Across City Lines

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Having a safe and stable place to live is something everyone wants, and something that many young people in foster […]

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Moving In: Charisma

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Charisma had a special visitor stop by to welcome her to her new apartment.

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ABC 7 Reports on New Affordable Housing in SF

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First Place is proud to partner with Mercy housing to provide on-site services at their new apartment complex at 1100 […]

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First Place for Youth Featured in Apartment Age

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Providing apartments to our participants is a cornerstone of the My First Place program model. In the competitive housing markets […]

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