First Place for Youth is a non-profit organization based in Oakland, CA, dedicated to helping foster youth successfully transition to self-sufficiency and responsible adulthood. Through their nationally recognized My First Place program, they provide housing, case management, and support services to transition-age foster youth aged 18 to 25, helping them secure stable housing, access post-secondary education, and gain employment skills for long-term self-sufficiency.
With a commitment to data-driven research, policy advocacy, and partnerships with other organizations, First Place for Youth strives to drive improvements in the foster care system and achieve more successful outcomes for foster youth. In 2022, they served and supported 1,507 youth, with 91% identifying as Black, Indigenous, and people of color. Their programs and services have demonstrated significant impact, with 96% of My First Place participants in school or working and 88% attaining stable housing upon program completion.
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