United Way connects people to the resources they need to become economically stable, provide for their families, and save for the future.
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LA LA LAND KIND CAFE
lalalandkindcafe.com
La La Land Kind Café in Santa Monica is taking applicants for their 8-week paid internship program.
Services:
The internship is meant to teach valuable professional skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, self-management, and many more!
- Support with coordinating resources for transportation, housing, food, school, healthcare (Mental/Physical)
- Upon completion, you will receive a referral letter and support with building your resume
- Possibility for employment after
- Can get a loan up front to cover necessities like housing and food, but it cannot exceed $300
- Constant support with professional endeavors
Eligibility:
- Foster or at-risk youth
- Must be able to work 3 days a week, 5 hour shifts each day
How to Enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org for referral
CALIFORNIA COLLEGE PATHWAYS
For everything you need to know about applying for college, financial aid, living on campus and supportive services on campus.
Eligibility:
- Anyone
How to enroll?
- No enrollment needed!
- Go to www.cacollegepathways.org/
COUNSELING WEST
www.counselingwest.com
Affordable virtual counseling sessions available with Counseling West! They can provide options for problem-solving and recovery. Your communication is private and confidential.
$10/Session for ASOH Recipients
Eligibility:
- Anyone
How do I enroll?
- Former ASOH recipients email youth@asenseofhome.org for code
- Then go to www.counselingwest.com
- Head to “Contact”
- Fill out Therapy Request
ONE SIMPLE WISH!
www.onesimplewish.com
One Simple Wish is an online platform that collects wishes from young people involved in the child welfare system and has people from around the world grant them! A Sense of Home alumni can submit a wish for the item of their choice. Most wishes range from $10-$100 though we do, at times, accept “Big Wishes” for items and experiences up to $425.
Examples of wishes include:
- Clothing & Shoes
- Assistance with textbooks or other items needed for school
- Laptops & tablets
- Home furnishings
- Bedding
- Gift cards for gas, groceries and more
Things OSW does not fund:
- Rent
- Utilities
- Ongoing needs
- Reimbursements
- Credit card bills
- Fines & penalties
- VISA, AMEX, or other pre-paid cards
How do I enroll?
- If you are a former ASOH recipient, email youth@asenseofhome.org to obtain a wish!
- Once you contact youth@asenseofhome.org, fill out the form sent to you in as much detail as possible.
- Ensure that you provide a link to the item you want.
- One wish per recipient
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN-LA
213-378-0704 | www.friendsofla.org
Friends of LA provides youth 4-6 with a long term mentor from kindergarten through graduation. Each child gets a dedicated, one-on-one Friend who spends a minimum of 16 intentional hours per month with them. They develop a road map for each child and design activities to build life skills. They create meaningful experiences to explore each child’s unique talents and interests.
Eligibility:
- Former Foster Youth with a child between ages 4-6
- Live within SPA 4, 6, and 8 (limited)
How do I enroll?
- ASOH will refer you, email youth@asenseofhome.org.
NFYI – NATIONAL FOSTER YOUTH INSTITUTE
LA-Based | 213-221-1176 | www.nfyi.org
Monthly Meetings to discuss empower foster youth in social change! Meetings include: Food, Self Love Poetry Bar, Paint to Release, etc.!
Eligibility:
- Current and former foster youth, relative caregivers, TAY ages 17-29
How do I enroll?
- Email Kenneth Chancey, West Coast Policy and Organizing Manager at Kenneth.chancey@nyfi.org for the next meeting!
iFOSTER
www.ifoster.org
Online Access Center for Current and Former Foster Youth.
Eligibility:
- 16-24
- Current/former foster youth
Services:
- Digital Locker (Cloud-based for your documents!)
- Free Cell Phone (ages 13-26)
- Discounted Products
- Office Depot Discount (15%-80%)
- Laptop Computer with Microsoft Windows (6-24)
- Online Computer Programming Lessons via Code Academy
How to Enroll?
- Go to website www.ifoster.org and sign up for a membership: https://portal.ifoster.org/Registration.aspx
- Approval takes 1-2 business days
- Then access ALL resources listed above!
EXTENDED FOSTER CARE – CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER
CLC provides consistent, zealous, and effective legal representation for children ages 0-21 in the foster care systems in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Placer counties in California in all aspects of their dependency court case.
Eligibility for extended foster care:
- Age 18-21
- In foster care at 18, not adopted or did not have legal guardianship
- Legal guardian is no longer supporting you or passed away
How do I enroll?
- Call Children’s Law Center at 323-859-4000
- Or email extendedcare@clcl.org
OUR CHILDREN LA WIN (WHAT I NEED) APP
www.ourchildrenla.org/win-app/
WIN is a free web and mobile app designed to connect youth ages 12-25, families and adults to essential services – all accessible without a referral.
WIN App offers over 1800 area service providers and programs in 11 search categories:
- Shelter
- Crisis
- Food
- Drop-In Centers
- Health
- Legal
- Hotlines
- Education
- Jobs
- Transportation
- Benefits
- And more – download the app now to find resources near you!
Eligibility:
- No eligibility requirement
How do I enroll?
INSPIRED PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE – CHANGING LIVES TOGETHER
www.inspiredperformanceinstitute.com
TIPP is gifting its program to every foster youth who receives a home creation form ASOH. The TIPP program helps you “reset” your mind by resolving past trauma and eliminating the baggage that trauma creates. Our partnership builds fresh emotional foundation, on top of a new physical structure for a new start on life.
Eligibility:
- For all applicants who receive a Full Home Creation from ASOH
How to Enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org for a free coupon code!
PROJECT DESTINED
projectdestined.org/
Project Destined trains scholars using a blended (live courses + e-learning) education model that is grounded in ownership, investing, and financial health. They deliver programming through the model: TRAIN, COMPETE, GROW.
Services
They provide access through partnership with leading corporations and entrepreneurs to provide scholars with access to best-of-class networks & mentors. They also provide scholars with opportunities, for instance:
- Purchasing a Home
- Entrepreneurship
- Real world project-based experiences that translate into internships
- Employment and/or certifications.
- $500 Stipend for Program Participation
Eligibility:
- ASOH Recipients
- Must be a high school student or enrolled in college courses
- Must have access to a computer and high-speed internet
- 4 hour per week virtual instruction; 2 hours per week independent learning, mandatory ZOOM participating
How to Enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org for referral
COVID-19 Resources
Have you been tested?
COVID-19 TESTING CENTERS – LA COUNTY
www.covid19.lacounty.gov/testing
Los Angeles County has options available for COVID-19 testing! Even though all LA County residents who want a test should first call their Primary Care Provider or Healthcare Center to get a test, if you don’t have this care available or can’t access your provider there are testing options available!
Eligibility:
- Varies depending on location
How to find a center near you:
- Visit http://www.covid19.lacounty.gov/testing/
- Enter your location
- Check boxes to narrow/widen your search
- Select whether you want to include or exclude places that: are walk-up only, test minors, currently unavailable, etc.
- Select your preferred location and register for an appointment!
EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE
www.Housing.LACounty.gov
Cities in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties have launched emergency rental assistance programs. Since 2007, this community resource has helped people list and locate housing in the County of Los Angeles, including affordable housing, special needs, emergency housing, and more listings and searches are free.
Emergency Rental Assistance Services:
- COVID-19 Pandemic Resources
- Locations with affordable housing
- Find Rentals
Eligibility:
- Live in LA County/Ventura County
- Eligibility varies depending on location
How do I enroll?
- Visit www.Housing.LACounty.gov
- Input the city, county or ZIP code that you are interested in finding housing
- Find the best option for you and contact the location
- For more help, you can call 1-877-428-8844 (toll free), Monday-Friday, 6 am – 5 pm
Foster Youth Resources
LA LA LAND KIND CAFE
lalalandkindcafe.com
La La Land Kind Café in Santa Monica is taking applicants for their 8-week paid internship program.
Services:
The internship is meant to teach valuable professional skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, self-management, and many more!
- Support with coordinating resources for transportation, housing, food, school, healthcare (Mental/Physical)
- Upon completion, you will receive a referral letter and support with building your resume
- Possibility for employment after
- Can get a loan up front to cover necessities like housing and food, but it cannot exceed $300
- Constant support with professional endeavors
Eligibility:
- Foster or at-risk youth
- Must be able to work 3 days a week, 5 hour shifts each day
How to Enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org for referral
ONE SIMPLE WISH!
www.onesimplewish.com
One Simple Wish is an online platform that collects wishes from young people involved in the child welfare system and has people from around the world grant them! A Sense of Home alumni can submit a wish for the item of their choice. Most wishes range from $10-$100 though we do, at times, accept “Big Wishes” for items and experiences up to $425.
Examples of wishes include:
- Clothing & Shoes
- Assistance with textbooks or other items needed for school
- Laptops & tablets
- Home furnishings
- Bedding
- Gift cards for gas, groceries and more
Things OSW does not fund:
- Rent
- Utilities
- Ongoing needs
- Reimbursements
- Credit card bills
- Fines & penalties
- VISA, AMEX, or other pre-paid cards
How do I enroll?
- If you are a former ASOH recipient, email youth@asenseofhome.org to obtain a wish!
- Once you contact youth@asenseofhome.org, fill out the form sent to you in as much detail as possible.
- Ensure that you provide a link to the item you want.
- One wish per recipient
NFYI – NATIONAL FOSTER YOUTH INSTITUTE
LA-Based | 213-221-1176 | www.nfyi.org
Monthly Meetings to discuss empower foster youth in social change! Meetings include: Food, Self Love Poetry Bar, Paint to Release, etc.!
Eligibility:
- Current and former foster youth, relative caregivers, TAY ages 17-29
How do I enroll?
- Email Kenneth Chancey, West Coast Policy and Organizing Manager at Kenneth.chancey@nyfi.org for the next meeting!
iFOSTER
www.ifoster.org
Online Access Center for Current and Former Foster Youth.
Eligibility:
- 16-24
- Current/former foster youth
Services:
- Digital Locker (Cloud-based for your documents!)
- Free Cell Phone (ages 13-26)
- Discounted Products
- Office Depot Discount (15%-80%)
- Laptop Computer with Microsoft Windows (6-24)
- Online Computer Programming Lessons via Code Academy
How to Enroll?
- Go to website www.ifoster.org and sign up for a membership: https://portal.ifoster.org/Registration.aspx
- Approval takes 1-2 business days
- Then access ALL resources listed above!
EXTENDED FOSTER CARE – CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER
CLC provides consistent, zealous, and effective legal representation for children ages 0-21 in the foster care systems in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and Placer counties in California in all aspects of their dependency court case.
Eligibility for extended foster care:
- Age 18-21
- In foster care at 18, not adopted or did not have legal guardianship
- Legal guardian is no longer supporting you or passed away
How do I enroll?
- Call Children’s Law Center at 323-859-4000
- Or email extendedcare@clcl.org
YOUTH MOVING ON – TRANSITIONAL SUPPORT / TRANSITIONAL HOUSING
626-765-6010 | youthmovingon.org/
Located in Pasadena, Youth Moving On provides youth who were formerly in foster care and probation affordable quality housing and numerous support services to help them transition successfully to adulthood. Youth learn skills for lasting independence and a lifetime of personal fulfillment through housing services and workforce development and linkages to other resources.
Services
- Substance Abuse Support – send someone to help them anywhere in the community. Kind of like a mentor.
- Mental health
- Case Management
- Help with housing applications
- support groups (on hold)
- Housing services – SPA 3
- Next step
- Free food, clothing hygiene, shower
- Computer center
- Community events
Eligibility:
- Must be ages 18-25
How do I enroll?
- Anyone can call and go to the center as long as they are eligible.
- Call: 626-765-6010
- Available over the phone, 9am – 5:30pm M-F
- Go to their Youth Moving On Peer Resource Center, located at:
- 456 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Suite 140, Pasadena, CA 91104
- It is recommended to make an appointment before going
- 456 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Suite 140, Pasadena, CA 91104
- Office Open – 11am-3pm M-F
- If you have any questions, email ymoinfo@hillsides.org or prc@hillsides.org
- Call: 626-765-6010
- Fill out Welcome Form upon arrival at center
IMAGINE LA
323-944-0210 | www.imaginela.org
Imagine LA is a nonprofit organization working to end the cycle of family poverty and homelessness by preventing first-time and repeat homelessness and equipping families to maintain housing stability and thrive long-term. Together with families they transform lives through their unique Family Partnership Model, which combines of clinical case management, economic mobility pathways, and whole-family mentorship. They walk alongside families as they regain stability through physical and emotional wellness and financial independence. This transformation leads to confidence, wellbeing, and lasting potential.
Services
- Imagine C.A.R.E. Compassion. Advocacy. Resilience. Equity.
- A dedicated professional social worker partners with the entire family to understand their unique needs and help them identify and achieve their goals. Caring, clinical case management identifies and clears barriers to parenting success, educational and career achievement, children’s development, health and wellness, and more.
- Economic Mobility Pathways
- Families work to break the cycle of poverty through access to: Living-wage career pathways, Safe and affordable childcare solutions, Comprehensive practical Financial Fitness knowledge and practices, and Tools and skills to navigate the complex social safety net
- Mentorship
- Transformative relationships are nurtured through Mentorship.
- Mentorship is available to each family member ages 5 and up
- Mentorship begins when a family member feels read to welcome new relationships into their lives.
- Volunteer Mentors are trained, matched to a family member and guided by family’s case manager.
- Mentor serves as a one-on-one friend and ally to a parent, teen, or youth.
- Imagine Tomorrow
- Graduates of Imagine LA programs can be part of our family forever. The connection stays strong through continued participation in economic mobility programming, family fun event attendance, and lasting relationships with staff and mentors.
Eligibility:
- Families who have experienced homelessness within the last 2 years
- Have at least one child 17 years or younger living in the home OR a pregnant mother in her 3rd trimester OR reunifying with a child within 6 months
- Open to welcoming mentors for each family member
- Lives in Los Angeles County
- Not working with another ICMS (Intensive Case Management Services)
How do I enroll?
- Visit www.imaginela.org/refer-a-family
Accessible Food Resources
FOSTER NATION
Foster Nation has partnered with A Sense of Home to help provide foster youth with meals for up to 30 days.
Eligibility:
- Must have a former foster youth
- Must be an ASOH alumni
How to Enroll?
- Contact ASOH via email at youth@asenseofhome.org and request an application
LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK
323-234-3030 | www.lafoodbank.org
LA Food Bank distributes food and other essentials to children, seniors, families and other
individuals in need.
Eligibility:
- Some Food Banks ask for ID requesting geographical location
- Eligibility varies depending on location
- Some locations do not need documentation, some require applications
How do I enroll?
- Go to www.lafoodbank.org
- Click on “Find Food” at the top right.
- Type in your zip code for pantry agencies, locations, and times near you!
- You can also call the Los Angeles Regional Food bank here: 323-234-3030
- 1734 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058
- Their database can be outdated, so please call and check each location!
FEEDING AMERICA
323-234-3030 | www.feedingamerica.org
Feeding America distributes food and other essentials to children, seniors, families, and other individuals in need.
Eligibility:
- Some Food Banks ask for ID requesting geographical location
- Eligibility varies depending on location
- Some locations do not need documentation, some require applications
How do I enroll?
- Go to www.feedingamerica.org
- Click on “Find a Food Bank” at the top right.
- You will be shown the Feeding America Chapter for your location, click on “Find Food” below it.
- Their database can be outdated, so please call and check each location!
CALFRESH
310-258-7400 | www.getcalfresh.org/en/apply
CalFresh is for people with low-income who meet federal income eligibility rules and want to add to their budget to put healthy and nutritious food on the table.
Eligibility:
- Limited income
- Limited property
- Households can be as small as one person – you do not need a home to receive CalFresh.
- Social Security number
How do I enroll?
- Visit www.getcalfresh.org/en/apply and fill out an application (this will take about 10 minutes and you will be guided step by step)
- Submit proof of your situation (ID, paystubs, rent receipts, etc.) – can be completed during the application process, or any time within the next 30 days
- Complete an interview with a county worker (30–60-minute phone interview)
- If approved, you will receive an EBT card with money for groceries within 30 days
- If you have questions, call: 310-258-7400
Financial Assistance Resources
UNITED WAY LA- ECONOMIC MOBILITY
Services:
- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
- Energy Assistance Program
- Home Gas Assistance Program
- Emergency Food and Shelter Program
Eligibility:
- Anyone!
How to enroll?
- Go to www.unitedwayla.org
- On the top menu, hover over “Our Work”
- In the drop down menu, click on “Economic Mobility”
- On the next page, select the resource you are interested in. You will now be sent to the appropriate program page!
GET AHEAD LA- FINANCIAL RESOURCES
The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs can connect you to free financial resources that can help you get ahead.
Services:
- Manage Debt and Build Wealth resources
- Housing Stability resources
- Health Care Services
- Income Boost resources
- Safe Financial Products resources
Eligibility:
- Anyone!
How to enroll?
- Go to getaheadla.org
- On the top menu, click on “Financial Resources”
- Select/click the resource you are looking for.
- On the next page, you will be presented with a list of programs relating to the resource you are looking for.
SANCTUARY OF HOPE – IMMEDIATE NEEDS TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
SOH Immediate Needs Transportation Program is meant to provide bus tokens or taxi vouchers for low-income youth for transportation to basic medical, housing, or job search needs.
Eligibility:
- Low-income youth
How to enroll?
- Call 323-786-2413 or email info@thesoh.org for request
Baby & Child Supportive Services
PATHWAYS LA – CHILD CARE
Pathways is helping parents within Los Angeles County with free or reduced-cost child care.
Eligibility:
- Working or looking for work
- Participating in an educational or training program
- Seeking permanent housing
How do I enroll?
- Go to pathwaysla.org
- Scroll over “For Parents” at the top of page
- In drop down menu, click on “Get Help Paying for Child Care”
- Click on “Apply Here”
- Fill out an application.
CHILDREN’S BUREAU – HOME VISITATION PROGRAM
Children’s Bureau implements the Healthy Families of America model to Home Visitation and provides one-on-one counseling to mothers/caregivers who are either pregnant or recently gave birth.
Services:
- Infant developmental education
- Trained and certified counselors in infant massage and lactation specialization
- Referrals and linkages to resources
- Support and referrals for Pre/Postpartum Mental Health concerns (depression, anxiety, psychosis, etc)
- And much more!
Eligibility:
- Live in Metro LA (Spa 4)
- Must be CalWorks Eligible
- Must be pregnant or have an infant of age 3 months or less
How do I enroll?
- Go to all4kids.org
- At the top, scroll over “What We Do”
- Click on “Prevention Services”
- Scroll down and click on “Metro Los Angeles”
- Scroll down to “Healthy Families of America” and click on “Inquiry Form”
- Fill out Inquiry Form
Once filled, a Family Support Counselor will reach out.
FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN-LA
213-378-0704 | www.friendsofla.org
Friends of LA provides youth 4-6 with a long term mentor from kindergarten through graduation. Each child gets a dedicated, one-on-one Friend who spends a minimum of 16 intentional hours per month with them. They develop a road map for each child and design activities to build life skills. They create meaningful experiences to explore each child’s unique talents and interests.
Eligibility:
- Former Foster Youth with a child between ages 4-6
- Live within SPA 4, 6, and 8 (limited)
How do I enroll?
- ASOH will refer you, email youth@asenseofhome.org.
IMAGINE LA
323-944-0210 | www.imaginela.org
Imagine LA’s innovative Family Empowerment & Mentorship model combines intensive case management, individualized mentorship, and links to public and private resources.
Imagine LA offers:
- Their staff social workers help families to set goals and access resources.
- 1:1 mentoring for each member of the family over the age of 5.
- Head of household is paired with a financial wellness mentor.
- Mentors average between 4-5 hours with their mentees per month.
Eligibility:
- Families who have experienced homelessness within the last 2 years
- Have at least one child 17 years or younger living in the home OR a pregnant mother in her 34th trimester OR reunifying with a child within 6 months
- Open to welcoming mentors for each family member
- Lives in San Fernando Valley, Central LA, West LA or South LA
- Not working with another ICMS (Intensive Case Management Services)
How do I enroll?
- Contact ASOH at youth@asenseofhome.org to request a referral.
SOUTH LA HEALTH PROJECTS
310-661-3080 | info@slahp.org | www.slahp.org
For more than 35 years, South LA Health Projects has been fighting health disparities by educating and encouraging people to make healthy choices – such as eating nutritious foods, breastfeeding their babies, taking proper care of themselves before and during pregnancies, and vaccinating themselves and their children.
South LA Health Projects offers:
- WIC – 10 different locations in LA County (WIC provides groceries, health screenings)
- Breastfeeding counseling and education
- Immunization screening and referral
- Substance abuse referral, and more!
Eligibility:
- Pregnant Women
- Mom’s with children under the age of 4
- All foster youth from 0-5
- Low-income home
How do I enroll?
- Call 310-661-3080. Press #1
- Create a file
- Set up an appointment over the phone
SHIELDS FOR FAMILIES
www.shieldsforfamilies.org/community-family-services
SHIELDS’ Welcome Baby Program offers pregnant women and new moms with information, support, and trusted partners to help participants through the journey of pregnancy and early parenthood. Services include: hospital visits, parent coaching, information and support with pre- and post-natal health care, and linkage and referrals to a wide range of supportive services.
Shield’s MAT (Multidisciplinary Assessment Team) offers:
For families and children ages 0-21 who are under the jurisdiction of the DCFS
- Hospital Visits
- Parent Coaching
- Free services for those delivering at St. Francis Medical Center, Centinela Hospital, and Martin Luther King Hospital
Eligibility:
- Pregnant and parenting women and their children ages 0-5
How do I enroll?
- Call the Assessment Center at 323-242-5000 to complete intake over the phone
- Or email info@shieldsforfamilies.org for more information
NATIONAL PARENT HELPLINE
855-427-2736 | www.nationalparenthelpline.org
Being a parent is a critically important job, 24 hours a day. It’s not always easy. Call the National Parent Helpline® to get emotional support from a trained advocate and become an empowered and stronger parent.
Eligibility:
- Anyone
How do I enroll?
- Call 855-427-2736 Monday-Friday from 10AM-7PM
CHILDREN’S INSTITUTE LA
213.260.7600 | www.childrensinstitute.org
Children’s Institute provides early education, behavioral health and family strengthening services to 30,000 children and families each year. They also train professionals and caregivers in trauma-informed care, evidence-based clinical treatment, parenting, and fatherhood.
Children’s Institute LA offers:
1) Early Childhood Program (for children 0-5)
- Home-based and center-based early childhood programs for children birth to five years old in Koreatown, Watts, South Los Angeles, Compton and Wilmington – which are free for qualifying families.
Program Eligibility:
- Any parent that has a child from 0-5.
Services:
- Early Head Start (Center and Home-Based)
- Head Start (Center-Based)
- Family Childcare Homes
- Home Visitation
How do I enroll?
- Applicant must email Mireya Alvizo at malvizo@childrensinstitute.org or call her at 323-491-4154 to determine eligibility.
2) Foster Youth: Individualized Transition Skills Program
- The Individualized Transition Skills Program supports transition-aged foster youth in preparing for adult life! The program provides mentorship and encourages college readiness. They also offer life skill classes including personal finance and job training.
- School Counseling at more than 30 LAUSD schools.
- Adoption Support Services supports children and families through the adoption process and beyond
Services Provided:
- Individualized Transition Skills Program – Supports transition-aged foster youth in preparing for adult life! Provides mentorship and encourages college readiness. Life Skill classes including personal finance and job training
- School Counseling at over 30 schools in LAUSD
- Adoption Support Services – Supports children and families through the adoption process and beyond
Eligibility:
- Must be connected to DCFS
How do I enroll?
- Must be referred by DCFS.
- Must still be in Foster Care
3) Fathers: Project Fatherhood
- Individual and family counseling
- Group support
- Significant others group
- Therapeutic activities for children
- Helping fathers to make healthier decisions in relationships
Services Provided:
- Individual and family counseling
- Group support
- Significant others group
- Therapeutic activities for children
- Helping fathers to make healthier decisions in relationships
Eligibility:
- Open to any father
How do I enroll?
- Email kparker@childrensinstitute.org to determine eligibility, CC recipient, send name, children’s name/ages, phone number of recipient
Clothing
THE EMPORIUM
323-746-5800 | www.emporiumla.org
The Emporium is a storefront that offers transition-age foster youth and young adults basic essentials, career & casual clothing, accessories, toiletries, undergarments, school supplies, and books for free! Can go once every 4 months.
Eligibility:
- Transitional aged youth between 18-24
How do I enroll?
- ASOH will provide a referral
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org
Mentoring
STEPPING FORWARD LA
www.steppingforwardla.org
Empowering former foster youth aging out of the system. Stepping Forward meets every first Saturday of the month for lunch, networking, games, mentor matching, and resource referrals.
Stepping Forward LA offers:
- Co-Mentoring
- Transition Program: 8-week program including goal planning, peer mentorship, and panel discussions
- Education – assistance and guidance
- Peer Advocacy Program
- First Saturday Meetings (ages 15-23)
Eligibility:
- Former Foster Youth Ages 14-25
How do I enroll?
- Fill out the contact form at https://www.steppingforwardla.org/contact
College Support
FOSTER YOUTH PROGRAMS – FIND SUPPORT ON YOUR CAMPUS
Foster youth support programs go by various names including Next Up, Guardian Scholars, Renaissance Scholars, or others.
Services:
Each school has different variations of their services but generally, the following are provided:
- Academic Advising
- EOP Grant Award (if available)
- Priority Registration
- Counseling and Support
- Tutoring Services
- On-Campus Housing Assistance
- Financial Advising & Support
Eligibility:
Each school has different variations of their eligibility but generally, the following is required:
- Must be current or former foster youth
- Must be currently enrolled in College/University
- Completed FAFSA or DREAM ACT by required filling date
How do I enroll?
- Each school has different enrollment processes
- Go to www.cacollegepathways.org/
- Scroll over “Campus Support Programs” on the top bar
- Click on “Search for Foster Youth Programs”
- Click on the orange search tab to find supportive programs on your campus
- Address, phone, and website of program at your specific campus should appear.
- Contact program and request enrollment deadlines/process. Remember it is different for each school.
ECHOES OF HOPE
310-414-1600 | www.echoesofhope.org/
Echoes of Hope supports current former foster students. Resources include: textbook support, housing, meal assistance, transportation, graduation expenses and more!
Eligibility:
- Ages 0-30
- Currently enrolled in school
- Former Foster Youth
How do I enroll?
- Ask for an application from ASOH staff
- Fill out application
- ASOH will refer applicants to Echoes of Hope
COALITION FOR COLLEGE
www.coalitionforcollegeaccess.org
The Coalition for Access, Affordability and Success is a group of more than 140 distinguished colleges and universities across the U.S. that joined together to increase students’ access to higher education. Their diverse member schools are unified in their mission to support lower-income, under-resourced, and/or first-generation students; to provide responsible financial aid, and then bolster students’ success in college–and beyond.
Services
- “Locker”
- Private digital space where you can collect and organize important materials to make college submissions easier
- You can also request documents from teachers and counselors here
- “Collaboration Space”
- A virtual area where students can connect with counselors, teachers, and family members and ask for their input in your college prep, like college lists, essays, and applications
- “Coalition Application”
- Start your college application as early as ninth grade to get a head start. Then apply to any of the 150+ Coalition member schools, easily and efficiently. Remember, Coalition schools are committed to making college affordable and helping you find success
- “My Coalition Counselor”
- Coalition for College works with college admissions officers to bring you the best advice – for free – with articles that help you with every part of the college application process
- You can create an account as a parent/guardian to monitor your child’s progress
Eligibility
- Anyone can apply for this resource
Enrollment
- Go to coalitionforcollegeaccess.org
- Scroll down and select “Create a MyCoalition account”
- Select the “Create An Account” tab next to the “Log In” tab
- Input your email, name, birth date, and a new password
- Check the box saying you agree to the terms
- Log into your email and verify your account
- Log into your new account
- Select “I am a Student” or “I am a Student Supporter”
- Once that is done, it will ask for more specific information from you
- If you are a student, select the information that applies to you and fill out any blank spaces
- If you are a parent, select parent or guardian
- After this, you will have access to your portal and all of the services mentioned above!
- Parents, to find your student, select “Invite Students” on your dashboard
- Click the “Invite Students” button to get your child started!
STARBUCKS COLLEGE ACHIEVEMENT PLAN
https://www.starbucks.com/careers/working-at-starbucks/education/
Starbucks has made a commitment to the success of their employees so they have partnered up with Arizona State University to offer full tuition for a first-time bachelors degree.
Services
- 100% tuition coverage for a first time bachelors degree
- fully online courses
- 6 start dates yearly to offer flexibility
Eligibility
- You must be a Starbucks employee working at least 20 hours per week
- After you’ve received a minimum of 240 hours over three consecutive full months, you will be eligible on the first day of the second month after this completion (roughly 5 months from your initial hire date)
Enrollment
- Become a Starbucks partner/employee
- Find positions here: https://www.careerarc.com/job-map/starbucks/campaign/17764
- Reach out to an ASU enrollment coach
- Apply to Arizona State University
- Apply here: https://webapp4.asu.edu/uga_admissionsapp/
- Apply for FAFSA
- Apply here: https://studentaid.gov/
Education
Enrolling in college?
https://www.ifoster.org/a-deep-dive-into-ifosters-portal-of-resources/
SANCTUARY OF HOPE – COLLEGE I CAN PROGRAM
Thesoh.org
College I Can prepares youth and young adults for college and scholarship opportunities.
Services:
- College Advisors
- Weekly College-Focused Workshops
- Learn about financial aid
- 12-week digital literacy program
Eligibility:
- Must have the following:
- Valid Identification
- Social Security Card
- Proof of School Enrollment
How do I enroll?
- Go to thesoh.org
- Click on “Programs”
- In drop down menu, select “Youth Development”
- Select “College I Can”
- Scroll down to page and fill out the Interest Registration Form
CALIFORNIA COLLEGE PATHWAYS
Learn how to apply to college.
Services:
Provides insight into different types of higher education systems:
- California Community Colleges
- California State University (CSU) System
- University of California (UC) System
- Private Non-Profit Colleges and Universities
- Private For-Profit Colleges
Eligibility
- Anyone can access this resource
How to enroll?
- No enrollment necessary to access resource
- Go to www.cacollegepathways.org/
- Scroll over “College Planning” on the top bar
- Click on College 101
READY TO SUCCEED
424-581-6296 | www.readytosucceedla.org
Ready to Succeed empowers youth impacted by foster care to graduate college, launch successful careers, and reach their full potential.
Ready to Succeed offers:
1) READY TO SUCCEED SCHOLARS PROGRAM:
- New scholars are paired with career and personal development coaches.
- Scholars attend quarterly workshops, receive 1:1 communication coaching and are introduced to major players in their industry of choice.
- RTS Coaches help Scholars create an Individual Career Plan and navigate the application and interview process
- Once placed at a job or internship, scholars receive ongoing career and personal support.
Program Eligibility:
- Enrolled at a 4-year college
- Former foster youth
- No age limit
How do I enroll?
- Go to www.readytosucceedla.org
- Select “Approach” found on the top menu
- Scroll to the bottom and find “Become a Scholar”
- Click “I’m Ready” and start your application
2) THE SHE READY INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:
- Connects transition-age foster youth with transformative experiences in the media, arts and entertainment industries.
Program Eligibility:
- A current or former foster youth
- Between ages 18 and 25 years old
- Currently attending a community or 4-year college in California
- Legally authorized to work in the US
How do I enroll?
She Ready Internship Program *Application Opens in January*
- Go to http://www.readytosucceedla.org/
- Scroll over “Programs” at the top and click on “She Ready Internship”
- Scroll and find “Application Process”
- Click “Online Application” and start your application
LAW SCHOOL ADMISSION COUNCIL (LSAC)
215-968-1001 | www.lsac.org/
The Law School Admission Council is a non-profit organization committed to promoting quality, access, and equity in law and education worldwide by supporting individuals’ enrollment journeys and providing preeminent assessment, data, and technology services. They have several resources to help anyone get into law school!
Law School Admission Council (LSAC) Offers:
1) CREDENTIAL ASSEMBLY SERVICE
- Streamlines law school admission process. LSAC summarizes and combines that information with LSAT scores and writing samples into a report that is sent upon request to the law schools to which the applicant applies.
2) KHAN ACADEMY LSAT PREP AND OTHER OFFICIAL LSAT PREP
- Free Official LSAT Prep. Users create a personalized practice plan and build their skills with interactive lessons and official practice questions from real LSATs.
- Official LSAT PrepTest books for inexpensive practice on real LSAT questions.
3) Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
- Find upcoming dates for the test and register to take it. You can also find a breakdown of the LSAT fees (and waivers), disability accommodations, and your LSAT scores.
4) Law School Forums
- Meet with representatives of LSAC-member law schools at one- or two-day forums held annually in cities throughout the United States. Attendees may spend anywhere from a few hours to an entire day at a forum. That is a place where law school representatives and law school candidates can meet face to face or participate in workshops on essential admission topics.
5) Diversity Initiatives
- LSAC makes resources available to advocate for and promote broad-based diversity in legal education and the legal profession. Through these efforts, LSAC seeks to ensure that the justice system reflects all who interact with it.
6) Candidate Referral Service (CRS)
- CRS makes it possible for law school candidates to provide information about themselves that will make it easy for law schools to recruit them. Law schools may seek out potential applicants on the basis of specific characteristics such as undergraduate major, ethnicity, law school preferences, etc. Candidates who establish an LSAC.org account may authorize release of their CRS information to participating law schools, agencies, etc. Many potential applicants are recruited by law schools they might not otherwise have considered.
7) LSAC Ambassadors Program
- LSAC Ambassadors are trained experts in law school admission matters. Through educational presentations and professional consultations, LSAC Ambassadors provide both law school candidates and legal education professionals with encouragement, current information, and instruction on how to utilize the vast array of tools available on LSAC.org.
Eligibility:
- Anyone can log into the website and access resources!
How do I enroll?
- Go to www.lsac.org
- At the top right-hand corner click the “Login As” button
- Click “JD Account” if you are looking to get The Juris Doctor (JD) Degree
- Or click “LLM and Other Law Programs Account” if you are interested in pursuing a master’s degree in law, academic master’s degrees for non-lawyers, research and academic-based doctorate level degrees, or certificate programs offered by ABA-approved law schools.Or click “LLM and Other Law Programs Account” if you are interested in pursuing a master’s degree in law, academic master’s degrees for non-lawyers, research and academic-based doctorate level degrees, or certificate programs offered by ABA-approved law schools.
- Create an account by clicking the “create an account” link found below the “log into your account button”
- Fill out the blank fields with your information
- Click “Create an Account”
- Get access to their research database and other resources (mentioned above) on their website!
BEAUTY CHANGES LIVES
beautychangeslives.org
Beauty Changes Lives is a nonprofit driven to make the beauty profession a first-choice career. They empower next generation beauty professionals through scholarships, mentorship and advanced education.
Beauty Changes Lives offers:
- Scholarships for students interested in pursuing a career in beauty
- Advice and a beauty career handbook for how to begin a career in the beauty industry
- A mentorship program in which licensed professionals are matched with a professional mentor in the same trade
- Best practice videos showing good technique and tips
Eligibility
- Anyone can access this resource!
How to Get Services
- Visit beautychangeslives.org
- Click on the menu (top right-hand corner or webpage) for a list of opportunities
- Click “Scholarships” to see scholarship options
- Click “Get Involved” for mentorship opportunitiesClick “Get Involved” for mentorship opportunities
- Click “For Schools” for advice in pursuing a beauty career
LEARN HOW TO BECOME
www.learnhowtobecome.org
At Learn How to Become, their mission is to help individuals find the best career, from the new graduates trying to land their first job to the seasoned professional climbing the company ladder. They are here to support you every step of the way with content on how to write the perfect resume, nail the interview, and more.
Learn How to Become offers:
- Outlines and information on how to pursue a variety of careers and what they entail
- A “Get Hired Toolkit” that contains a large list of guides including interviews do’s and don’ts, resume tips and advice
- Facts about online education and university rankings
- A database of programs that offer your desired career
Eligibility
- Free for anyone to access
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary!
- Go to https://www.learnhowtobecome.org/
- Click on the drop-down menu that says “Select a Career”
- Select your desired career
- Read up on the information provided!
- Continue scrolling to the bottom of the page to find programs offered in that field
- Or click on the menu found on the top right-hand side for “Careers”, “Online Education”, and “Resource Center”
- “Careers” – find the career you want to research
- “Online Education” – find information about online programs, schools, and the university rankings
- “Resource Center” – find the “Get Hired Toolkit” for general advice to help you get hired.
LOS ANGELES FILM SCHOOL LIBRARY
323-769-2705 | lafslibrary@lafilm.edu | lafilm.libguides.com/startguide
The LAFS Library’s goal is to provide direct support for the educational mission of the school, by selecting and organizing current and relevant books, media, and digital resources; to assist students and faculty in locating and retrieving information effectively, and to assist in the educational and professional development of students.
Los Angeles Film School Library offers:
- Databases containing a wealth of information
- Tutorials
- Subject guides containing other websites, books and resources that could be helpful
- In-person, the library has computers, headphones, chargers. game consoles, and other supplies available for free
- Ability to check out library books (with a library card)
Eligibility
- Anyone can access these online resources
- Some require a library card
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary!
- Go to https://lafilm.libguides.com/startguide
- Under “Collections” find books, magazines, films and screenplays
- Under “Research”, find the A-Z database, library catalog, subject guides, tutorials, and other resources
- To get a library card, email lafslibrary@lafilm.edu or call 323-769-2705
- You should receive an email with the form you have to fill out and email back
VIDEOANDFILMMAKER.COM
videoandfilmmaker.com/wp/
The website contains tutorials in film making, reviews of products commonly used, and a directory of how you might be able to get free items to help your filmmaking career!
VideoandFilmmaker.com offers:
- Provides a list of film events, workshops, and courses that you can attend
- Reviews of accessories, cameras and other software commonly used so you know you can get the best items offered
- Has lengthy tutorials teaching you how to use editing software and effects
- Lists of grants and funding
- A list of free items available that can help get your film career going!
Eligibility
- Anyone can access this resource!
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary!
- Go to http://videoandfilmmaker.com/wp/
- Click any of the options on the menu found on the top of the page!
AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION
800-999-2782 | apta.org
The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Is a non-profit focused on building a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society. Their website encourages membership, but it is NOT necessary. There are free resources you can access WITHOUT having a paid membership.
American Physical Therapy Association offers:
- Free access to their career center to find next steps in your physical therapist career and job opportunities
- Free access to some courses online in their learning center
- Free access to a “Guide to Physical Therapist Practice”
- Free advice on Patient Care
- Free access to information on advocacy efforts in the field of physical therapy
- Free access to volunteering opportunities
Eligibility
- Anyone is free to access this page
How do I enroll?
- Go to apta.org
- To access some of the free resources you need a FREE account (THIS IS NOT A MEMBERSHIP)
- To do this, click on the button on the top left that says “Join/Renew”
- Scroll down and click on the orange button that says “Join or renew online”
- Below the words saying, “Don’t have an APTA account?” find the link to “Create a free account”
- Input your information
- Once that is complete, you have an account! Simply login and have access to all their free resources.
- Don’t fill out any form that asks what membership you have or asks for any credit card information.
- Click on the menu found at the top right of the screen
- Select the option you want to explore
- Select “Your Career” for next steps, tips and job opportunities
- Select “Your Practice ” for more information about the physical therapy practice
- Select “Patient Care” for advice on working with patients
- Select “Advocacy” to learn about different efforts in the physical therapy community
- Select “APTA and You” for more information about the APTA and possible volunteering opportunities
- Or scroll down to the very bottom of the page and under “APTA Related Sites” find the APTA Career Center and the “Guide to Physical Therapist Practice”
MILLION STORIES – LEARNING CENTER
https://millionstories.everfi-next.net/welcome/millionstoriesresources
This online resource center covers a broad range of subjects to ensure you’re comfortable handling anything financial that might come your way. These tips and tools are created by experts and have helped people in every kind of situation make smarter financial decisions which lead to financial confidence.
Million Stories offers:
- Short, interesting lessons on everything from managing a budget, to saving, to buying a car, or even a home
- Provide a personalized learning plan for you!
Eligibility
- Anyone can access this resource!
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary!
- Go to https://millionstories.everfi-next.net/welcome/millionstoriesresources
- Scroll down to just below “Welcome” and click the button that says “Click To Create Your Personalized Learning Plan”
- Select the options that you are interested in
- Receive your own personalized plan!
- Or scroll down to find and select the lesson plan of your choice!
SOCIAL WORK GUIDE
https://www.socialworkguide.org
Social Work Guide is a free online resource for individuals interested in beginning or advancing careers in social work or counseling. Our site features information on social work degrees and schools.
Services
- State-by-state career and social work licensing guides
- A counseling and social work-related jobs board
- Interviews & advice from industry experts, and
- List of degrees you could attain
- A database of schools you could attend
- Careers you could have in social work
Eligibility
- Anyone can access this resource!
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary!
- Go to https://www.socialworkguide.org/
- Scroll down to find:
- Frequently Asked Questions,
- Steps to becoming a social worker
- How to get licensed as a social worker
- Career options for social workers
- You can also click on the menu found on the top right of the page and click on any of the dropdown options to find a more in-depth look into:
- Licensure
- Degrees
- Schools
- Online Programs
- Careers
- Advice
- Salaries
SANCTUARY OF HOPE – RAPID REHOUSING PROGRAM
They aim to help young adults who are at-risk of experiencing homelessness with finding safe and affordable housing.
Services:
- Coaching for developing a housing plan
- Support with paying application and security deposit for housing
- Linkages to resources for employment, childcare, education, health care, and more!
- Subsidized rent plans
Eligibility:
- Must have the following:
- Valid Identification
- Social Security Card
- Homeless Verification
- Proof of School Enrollment
How do I enroll?
- Contact youth@asenseofhome.org for a referral
Educational Financial Aid
CALIFORNIA COLLEGE PATHWAYS – FINANCIAL AID FOR COLLEGE
Services:
- Financial Aid 101
- Support with applying to Financial Aid
- Support with maintaining Financial Aid
- Linkage to scholarships
Eligibility:
- Anyone can access this resource!
How do I apply?
- Go to www.cacollegepathways.org/
- Scroll over “Financial Aid” on the top bar
COLLEGESCHOLARSHIPS.ORG
collegescholarships.org | info@collegescholarships.org
Serving people who are interested in college funding, listing a broad array of funding opportunities without asking for information from the applicant. There are no long forms to fill out in order to access their resources.
CollegeSchoolarships.org offers:
- They provide a list of all kinds of scholarships available, separated into the following categories for the applicant’s convenience:
- Demographic groups (i.e., women, Latinos, African Americans, etc.)
- Family specific (i.e., foster children, low-income, adult students, etc.)
- Subject (i.e., law, teaching, nursing, cosmetology, etc.)
- Fortune 500 scholarship programs (i.e., Target, Pepsi, Apple, etc.)
- Military scholarships (I.e., veterans, spouses, children & other dependents)
- Athletic scholarships (i, e, football, soccer, tennis, etc.)
- Scholarships for students with medical conditions (i.e., cancer, diabetes, epilepsy, etc.)
- Scholarships by degree level (for undergraduate to doctoral students)
- And more!
- A list of grants available
- A list of loans you can apply for if necessary and how to consolidate them
- Tips from the 529 Investment Programs – state government instituted sponsored savings plan
Eligibility:
- Available free online for everyone
How do I apply?
- Go to www.collegescholarships.org/
- Search for scholarships in any category using their keyword search box
- OR you can click the menu (on the top left) for a drop-down list of financial aid help
- Select college scholarships, college grants, student loans, or financial aid to search for more information on each!
FAFSA
www.studentaid.gov
To receive these foster care college grants, you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. This application takes your income into consideration to determine how much support you will need to pay for college in the form of grants and loans.
Eligibility:
- Have financial need
- U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen
- Enrolled in eligible degree or certificate program at college or career school
- More eligibility requirements
How do I apply?
- Start by applying to FAFSA – visit the website and complete the FAFSA form
CHAFEE GRANT – CALIFORNIA STUDENT AID COMMISSION
chafee.csac.ca.gov
If you are or were in foster care for at least one day, between the ages of 16 and 18 as a dependent or ward of the court and have financial need, you may qualify for up to $5,000 a year for career and technical training or college. You don’t have to pay this money back. You may also be able to use your grant to help pay for childcare, transportation and rent while you’re in school. You can use your Chafee Grant at any eligible California college, university, career or technical school, as well as schools in other states.
Eligibility:
- Be a current of former foster youth who was a ward of the court, living in foster care, for at least one day between the ages of 16 and 18.
- If you are/were in Kin-GAP, a non-related legal guardianship, or were adopted, you are eligible only if you were a dependent or ward of the court, living in foster care, for at least one day between the ages of 16 and 18.
- Have not reached your 26th birthday as of July 1 of the award year.
- Have not participated in the program for more than 5 years (whether or not consecutive).
- Must be attending a school that is either a qualifying institution that is eligible for participation in the Cal Grant Program, or an institution that is not located in CA with a 3 year cohort default rate that is less than 15.5% and a graduation rate greater than 30%.
How do I apply?
- Apply online at chafee.csac.ca.gov.
- FAFSA must be completed first.
FEDERAL PELL GRANT
www2.ed.gov/programs/fpg/index.html
This grant is a form of federal financial aid available to all students that are U.S. citizens (or eligible non-citizens) and meet certain income and education requirements. You can receive up to $6,095 per academic year plus $3,048 if enrolled during the summer. This grant can be used at public or private, two-or four-year universities or colleges in California or out of state.
Eligibility:
- Undergraduate and vocational students enrolled or accepted for enrollment in participating schools
- Awarded usually only to students who have not earned a bachelor’s or a professional degree
- Must meet the general federal student aid eligibility requirements
- Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
How do I apply?
- FAFSA must be completed first
- Grant will be applied if eligible
CAL GRANT
www.csac.ca.gov | studentsupport@scac.ca.gov
The Cal Grant is a form of state aid for California residents who attend college in California. Students attending four-year colleges and universities will often receive this grant.
Eligibility:
- Submit the FAFSA or CADAA application and your verified Cal Grant GPA by the deadline.
- Be a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen or meet AB540 eligibility criteria.
- Must be a California resident for 1 year.
- Attend a qualifying California college.
- Do not have a bachelor’s or professional degree.
- Have financial need at the college of your choice.
- Have family income and assets below the minimum levels.
- Be enrolled or plan to enroll in a program leading to an undergraduate degree or certificate.
- Be enrolled or plan to enroll at least half-time.
- Have registered with the U.S. Selective Service, if required to do so.
- Do not owe a refund on any state or federal grant or be in default on a student loan.
- Are currently not incarcerated.
- Maintain the Satisfactory Academic Progress standards as established by the school. Recipients who do not meet the standards are ineligible for Cal Grant payment and will not use eligibility during the terms they are ineligible for payment.
How do I apply?
- FAFSA must be completed first
CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROMISE GRANT
home.cccapply.org/money/california-college-promise-grant
California Community College Promise Grant permits enrollment fees to be waived. Assistance for the purchase of books and supplies must be applied for separately.
Eligibility:
- For eligible California residents
- Select Community Colleges
How do I apply?
- Start by applying for FAFSA
- Go to https://home.cccapply.org/en/money/california-college-promise-grant
- Scroll down to ”Apply Online for California College Promise Grant”
- Select a college link to begin your application
- If the college you are looking for is not linked, contact your financial aid office
Job Training
PROJECT DESTINED
projectdestined.org/
Project Destined trains scholars using a blended (live courses + e-learning) education model that is grounded in ownership, investing, and financial health. They deliver programming through the model: TRAIN, COMPETE, GROW.
Services
They provide access through partnership with leading corporations and entrepreneurs to provide scholars with access to best-of-class networks & mentors. They also provide scholars with opportunities, for instance:
- Purchasing a Home
- Entrepreneurship
- Real world project-based experiences that translate into internships
- Employment and/or certifications.
- $500 Stipend for Program Participation
Eligibility:
- ASOH Recipients
- Must be a high school student or enrolled in college courses
- Must have access to a computer and high-speed internet
- 4 hour per week virtual instruction; 2 hours per week independent learning, mandatory ZOOM participating
How to Enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org for referral
JVS SOCAL – JOBS. VISION. SUCCESS
323-761-8888 | www.jvs-socal.org
Free Job Training for: Banking, Apartment Maintenance Technicians, Certified Nurse Assistants, and non-clinical positions in healthcare. JVS job training requires no more than 8 weeks of intensive training, connects graduates with employer-partners for rapid placement and provides career guidance and ongoing job retention support.
Eligibility:
- Must be 18 or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Fluent in English
- Valid California ID
- Acceptance conditioned upon passing criminal background check
- Additional eligibility requirements will apply
How do I apply?
- Call 323-761-8888, press 1 to talk to Intake Coordinator.
YEAR UP
855-YEARUP1 | yearup.org/apply
Unpaid job training program – Year Up is a one-year intensive training and internship program that prepares young adults for successful careers in information technology and business.
Eligibility:
- 18-24 years old
- High School Graduate or have GED
- Low-Moderate Income
- A US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or have Employment Authorization Card
- Available 5 days per week for the full year of the program
- Highly motivated to learn new technical and professional skills
- Have not obtained a bachelor’s degree
How do I apply?
- Apply here: yearup.org/apply
- Classes begin in January and August – applications are considered on a rolling basis until class is filled.
CODE TALK
stjosephctr.org/codetalk | Codetalk@StJosephCTR.org
Learning to program computers and build websites – 16-week program. Unpaid.
Eligibility:
- Female
- Low Income
How do I apply?
- Apply online here
TENDER GREENS CULINARY PAID INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
tendergreens.com
Sustainable Life Project – Culinary internship program for young adults who’ve grown out of foster care and into new lives on their own. Six-month paid Internship for those interested in the culinary arts.
Eligibility:
- Former foster youth
How do I apply?
- Application is available online at tendergreens.com – go to bottom of page and click Sustainable Life Project.
CREATIVE FUTURES FELLOWSHIP
creativefuturescollective.com/for-fellows
Creative Futures Collective is offering a fellowship that will help prepare participants for careers in the creative industries, including: Storytelling, Conflict Resolution, Mindfulness, Goal Setting, Financial Literacy, Brand Building, Networking, and more!
- Easier access: All workshops and internships are online only
- More opportunities: They are scaling from 10 Fellows to 100 Fellows in this next cohort
- New markets: On top of LA they’re opening up New York, Atlanta, Chicago and Australia
Creative Futures Fellowship offers:
- 12 course workshops lead by industry experts
- Access to a 100+ mentor network with executives from companies such as Apple, Netflix, Google and CAA
- A guaranteed paid internship with an innovative company in the creative industries (paid at $20 per hour) with partners such as Spotify, LA Lakers, World Surf League and Omaze to name a few
- A success toolkit including laptop computer
- Lifetime access to the Creative Futures Collective community and they work with all graduates on full time employment opportunities once graduated. Currently 70% of their graduated Fellows are employed full-time
- There are a few differences in the upcoming cohort due to the craziness that 2020 has presented
Eligibility:
- Must be over 18
- Must have a valid form of ID
- Must come from one of their non-profit partners (i.e. A Sense of Home)
How do I enroll?
- Go to https://creativefuturescollective.com/for-fellows
- Read through to answer any other questions you have
- Scroll down to the bottom of the page
- Click on “Apply Now” under “Become a part of our growing creative community and make a meaningful change.”
- Once the next page opens, select “Apply Now” and complete the application!
Employment
THE RIGHTWAY FOUNDATION
www.therightwayfoundation.org | 323-903-5021
The RightWay Foundation partners with former foster youth to build healthy, stable lives. Programs address past trauma, support successful employment, and promote healing and self-sufficiency in adulthood.
Eligibility:
- 18-24 Current or former foster youth (Once they sign up, they are in for life)
- No location restrictions
How do I apply?
- Call 323-903-5021
- First step is intake, then 32-hour readiness training TU-FRI 9:30-5PM. Trainings are set per month
CHILDREN’S LAW CENTER – PEER ADVOCATE POSITION
(PAID – FULL & PART TIME)
clccal.org
The Peer Advocate will work closely with CLC’s transition age youth (TAY) clients, particularly those youth who are young adults in foster care (known as Non-Minor Dependents “NMD”) and their attorneys, helping to ensure youth have access to the necessary resources and services to prepare for life after foster care. In addition, the Peer Advocate will work directly with our teenage clients outside of the courtroom and in the community, collaborating with a cross sector of child welfare, workforce, educational, and other community and county agencies working with transitioning age youth.
The Peer Advocate will focus on “hard to reach youth” – those who face the most barriers and are at the greatest risk of teen pregnancy and early parenthood, involvement with the criminal justice system, have experienced challenges in reaching educational goals and who lack family support.
Eligibility:
- Former Foster Youth
- 18+
- Clearance of background check
- High School Diploma or GED
- Willingness and ability to travel
- Have a valid CA Driver’s License, reliable automobile, and car insurance
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Interest in law, policy, social work
How do I apply?
- Visit the website clccal.org and and click Careers
FIRST STEP STAFFING
626-337-6701 | firststepstaffing.com/
First Step Staffing is a non-profit staffing agency that wants to provide a job solution to America’s homeless population. They aim to find employment for anyone in need of employment, focusing on those who have recently experienced homelessness, military veterans, and individuals who have been previously incarcerated.
Services
- Extensive job and life coaching
- Connect with temporary job opportunities
- They will continue working with you until you are hired full time
- Transportation to and from job placements
Eligibility:
- Anyone can apply to get services from this organization, but preference is given to those who:
- Experienced homelessness
- Military veterans
- Individuals who have been previously incarcerated.
How to Enroll?
- You have to apply in person in one of their offices below:
- Paramount
- 8527 Alondra Blvd. #130, Paramount, CA 90723
- 562-232-0240
- Downtown LA
- 500 South Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013
- 626-337-6701
- Fontana
- 8546 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
- 909-690-4922
- Paramount
- Once there you will be asked to provide two forms of I.D. You can choose from two of the following
- Social Security Number
- Passport
- California ID
- If you are undocumented ask about your options. They have been able to provide jobs for undocumented individuals, but it depends on the job site you will be placed.
- After providing your documents:
- You will be given an interview
- You will have to provide an on-site drug screening test
- You will be given a background check
- Once that is complete, you are ready to be assigned to a job site!
- For more information, about how to sign up, contact:
- Tirone Wisely
Hobbies and Pastime Activities
AMERICAN HIKING SOCIETY
americanhiking.org
At the American Hiking Society (AHS), they envision a world where everyone feels a sense of belonging in the hiking community and has lasting access to meaningful hiking experiences, be that in urban, front country, or backcountry settings. They have a lot of great information on their site!
Services
- Find great hiking trails around you!
- Tips about how to hike safely (i.e. what you need to take, how to pack, even planning your hike!)
- A database of hiking organizations in your area!
Eligibility:
- Anyone can access their website!
How to Enroll?
- There is no enrollment necessary!
- Go to AmericanHiking.org
- Scroll down to find all the resources on their website
- Select “Hikes Near You” for trails in your area
- Select “Hiking 101” for tips on how to hike
- Select “American Hiking Society Blog” for the latest hiking news
- Select “Alliance of Hiking Organizations” to find other hiking organizations near you!
INSTITUTE OF CULINARY ARTS – FREE ONLINE COOKING CLASSES
www.ice.edu/newyork/free-online-cooking-classes
The Institute of Culinary Education’s recreational division (New York campus) is known for more than 800 cooking, baking, beverage, and professional development classes a season for 26,000 people a year. Now, they’ve added free online cooking classes to the menu for home cooks of all levels via Zoom Webinar. Classes that may have cost money in the past are now free and accessible to more! Their professional chefs will guide you through crafting plant-based comfort foods, baking the ultimate cookies, perfecting one-pot paella, hosting the ultimate Taco Tuesday, and tackling sous vide techniques.
Eligibility
- Anyone is free to access this page
How to Enroll?
- Go to https://www.ice.edu/newyork/free-online-cooking-classes
- Scroll down to below “Virtual Cooking Classes”
- Review the classes available for sign-up
- Click “Register”, found under the description of each class
- Register on Zoom for the class desired. Sign up for as many as you like!
- Upon registration, you will receive a confirmation email that includes the link to the Zoom webinar
- A few days before the class, you will receive a reminder email with the recipes and ingredient list so that you can follow along at home
- Only the chef will be visible on video, and you will have the opportunity to type questions during a Q&A
- Click the Zoom link at the time of class and enjoy!
Wellness & Mental Health
COUNSELING WEST
www.counselingwest.com
Affordable virtual counseling sessions available with Counseling West! They can provide options for problem-solving and recovery. Your communication is private and confidential.
$10/Session for ASOH Recipients
Eligibility:
- Anyone
How do I enroll?
- Former ASOH recipients email youth@asenseofhome.org for code
- Then go to www.counselingwest.com
- Head to “Contact”
- Fill out Therapy Request
MIRACLE MESSAGES
Through private investigators and volunteer digital detectives, we help those experiencing homelessness reconnect with families and loved ones.
Services:
- Reconnect a person experiencing homelessness to a family member or loved one with whom they have lost contact.
- Reconnect a family member or loved one with a person with whom they have lost contact
Eligibility:
- Anyone experiencing homelessness or in transitional housing.
- A family member or friend looking to reunite with someone who has experienced homelessness.
How do I enroll?
- Call 1800-MISS-YOU
- Go to 1800missyou.org
MIRACLE FRIENDS
Miracle Friends matches individuals experiencing homelessness with volunteers from around the world for weekly phone calls and texts to check-in and say hello.
Services:
- You will be matched with a volunteer who will reach out to you 1:1 through calls and texts to check in and help you build a positive support network.
Eligibility:
- Anyone experiencing homelessness or in transitional housing.
How do I enroll?
- Talk to your case manager and go to 100missyou.org and fill out the referral form with your name, phone number, hobbies and interests.
- Wait for a call!
A HOME WITHIN
www.ahomewithin.org/
A Home Within provides open-ended, individual psychotherapy, free of charge, to current and former foster youth.
Eligibility:
- Open to anyone
How do I enroll?
- Go to https://www.ahomewithin.org/
- Click “Request Therapy”
- Fill out Referral Survey on the right side of page.
- You will be contacted by an A Home Within worker for further steps.
SHARE! – SELF-HELP SUPPORT GROUPS
Share! Culver City and Downtown LA is offering free in person, hybrid, and virtual meetings for a large variety of topics.
Eligibility:
- Anxiety, depression, anger, etc.
- Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon Friends, Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families
- Narcotics Anonymous, Nar-Anon Friends and Family
- Toast Masters, bible study, and more!
Eligibility:
- Open to anyone
How do I enroll?
- If joining an in-person meeting, call 310-305-8878 and ask when the desired meeting will take place.
- If joining online meeting,
- Go to https://shareselfhelp.org/
- Click on “Self-Help Support Groups”
- Select and click on the day that you are available for a meeting
- Find the meeting you need
- On the scheduled time of the meeting, click on the zoom link and join
CALHOPE @ USC TELEHEALTH
MSW students from USC are offering 6 free sessions of peer support. These sessions are fully confidential and after the 6 sessions they will provide resources and linkages. They are funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and run by the California Department of Health Care Services.
Eligibility:
- Live in California
- Age 12 and older (parental consent is not required)
How do I enroll?
- Call 213-821-5977
- Ask to be enrolled into the “CalHOPE Telehealth program”
- Tell them you were referred by A Sense of Home
- They will ask for your contact information and will contact you to schedule the 6 sessions (one at a time)
INSPIRED PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE – CHANGING LIVES TOGETHER
inspiredperformanceinstitute.com/
TIPP is gifting its program to every foster youth who receives a home creation form ASOH. The TIPP program helps you “reset” your mind by resolving past trauma and eliminating the baggage that trauma creates. Our partnership builds fresh emotional foundation, on top of a new physical structure for a new start on life.
Eligibility:
- For all applicants who receive a Full Home Creation from ASOH
How to Enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org for free coupon code!
COVERED TIL 26
www.coveredtil26.org
Former Foster Youth – FREE Health Care until 26 in CA
Eligibility:
- Were in foster care in ANY state on your 18th birthday or later
- Live in California now
- Younger than 26
How do I enroll?
- Call Dorian Madrid at 626-313-5503 or Duy Johnson, DPSS, 626-313-5505
- You can enroll anytime
ST. ANNE’S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
213-381-2931
Individual therapy for children and adults – there is sometimes a waiting list.
Eligibility:
- Anyone. Children and Adults (all genders), all ages
- Have to have MediCal
- Be in their service area (SPA 4)
- Call St. Anne’s and talk to Mental Health Department
How do I enroll?
- Call Phone: 213-381-2931 and select #3
- Ask about enrolling
ST. JOHN’S WELL CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES
323-541-1411 | wellchild.org
Los Angeles Preventative health, mental health, and dental services.
Eligibility:
- All ages welcome
How do I enroll?
- Walk into a St. John’s location
- List of locations is here: www.wellchild.org/find-a-clinic
PACIFIC ASIAN COUNSELING SERVICES
310-337-1550 | prod.pacsla.com
Pacific Asian Counseling Services offers mental health counseling. They are culturally sensitive and has a large language capacity.
Pacific Asian Counseling Services offers:
- Case management
- Linkage for housing, shelter, legal services, food, clothing, etc.
- Benefits enrollment
- Peer support
- Referrals
Eligibility:
- MediCal eligible children and adults
How do I enroll?
- Call 310-337-1550 to enroll (Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm)
- Press 1 if you are in a crisis
- Press 3 to begin counseling. You will leave a message with your information and should receive a call back within 24 hours.
CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES ALAFIA MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
323-293-8771 | www.cihssinc.org
The agency provides mental health services for youth up to age 24 in Los Angeles County.
Eligibility:
- 0-24
- Medi-Cal
- Social Security Number
- SPA 6/8
How do I enroll?
- Call Maxine for intake: 323-293-8771
HEADSPACE MENTAL HEALTH APP
www.headspace.com/lacounty
To help you weather this storm, Headspace and the LA County Department of Mental Health have partnered to provide support and resources during this challenging time. This is an amazing mediation app that promotes mindfulness. AND it is currently free for LA residents!
Headspace Mental Health App offers:
- Meditation
- Sleep exercises
- Movement exercises
Eligibility:
- Anyone physically in Los Angeles County can sign up for free!
- If you’re not in the LA Area, you can use the resources available on their website or create a free account and use their Weathering the storm content
- This offer is only available to those who don’t have an existing subscription to Headspace Plus.
- If you already have a Headspace Plus subscription, you’d simply log into your account
How do I enroll?
- Go to https://www.headspace.com/lacounty
- Scroll down to “Here’s how you get some Headspace”
- Click “Get free subscription”
- Please make sure to allow your browser to share your location when prompted. They will temporarily process this broad location information to verify eligibility.
INSIGHT SEMINARS
Insight Seminars are all about learning practical ways to live from your heart—the center of your authentic self. Their seminars will support you in looking at what’s working and not working in your life and how you can make changes that will support you in creating and living a life you love.
Services:
- You will learn:
- The power of intentions and creating more of what you want in your life
- How to love, trust, and commit to yourself more fully
- Learning to live more fully from your heart– your authentic self
Eligibility:
- Must be ASOH Alumni
- Must be able to commit to a full weekend for the seminars
How do I enroll?
- Email youth@asenseofhome.org to be referred
PREGNANCY HELP CENTER
PHC is a non-profit that is committed to providing the community with the support and information to make informed decisions about pregnancy and sexual health. All services are free and confidential.
Services:
- Pregnancy testing
- Prenatal consultation with an OB/GYN physician
- Assistance with Medi-Cal application process
- Prenatal nutrition and breastfeeding education
- Counseling
- 24 hour helpline 310-787-4357
Eligibility:
- Open to anyone
How do I enroll?
- Call 310-320-8976 to make an appointment
- OR go to phctorrance.org
- Click on “Request Appointment” at the top right
- Select a time slot that works for you and continue to sign up
Legal Services
ALLIANCE OF CHILDREN’S RIGHTS
213-368-6010 | kids-alliance.org
The Alliance for Children’s Rights provides a vital bridge for young adults as they strive for self-sufficiency. Young people exiting the foster care or delinquency systems in Los Angeles often face severe challenges in education, employment, and overall well-being. The Alliance works to remove barriers to self-sufficiency, promote self-advocacy, and build a foundation for the future for youth who lack other support systems.
The Alliance ensures that young adults who are or have been in foster care or on probation and are between 14 and 24 know their legal rights and entitlements. We provide free consultation and legal services.
Alliance of Children’s Rights offers:
- Resolving identity theft
- Addressing credit/collections issues
- Reviewing contracts/leases
- Addressing legal problems resulting from false advertising and marketing schemes
- Clearing juvenile tickets
- Sealing juvenile records
- Appealing SSI denials
- Access to resources for stable housing
- Education resources
- Access to job training and job placement services
- Help accessing health care
- Mentoring
- Opportunities for youth to become peer advocates through our Young Leaders group
Eligibility:
- Ages 14-24
How do I enroll?
- Call the Alliance for Children’s Rights at 213-368-6010
Volunteering/Community
PEACE 4 KIDS
www.peace4kids.org
Peace 4 Kids is a non-profit, volunteer supported organization promoting trust, equity, and stability for children in foster care. Former foster youth can volunteer in the program.
Peace 4 Kids volunteer opportunities:
- Engage, mentor and provide leadership for youth in foster care, ages 4-18 years old
- Support our educational team in facilitating creative learning onsite and on field trips
- Create a consistent, nurturing community-based environment
- Have fun making new friends with like-minded folks!
Eligibility
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Agree to participate in at least 2 Saturdays per month (4 hours each)
- Commit to a minimum of one year of service
How do I volunteer?
- Email Miriam Cortez-Cáceres, Program Director, at miriam@peace4kids.org
- Or visit www.peace4kids.org/volunteer_signup (when orientations are available, you can scroll to the bottom of the page and sign up to attend a no-commitment New Volunteer Orientation)
- After completing orientation, you will sign up to attend training & receive your DOJ clearance (offered on-site)
BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY IN LOS ANGELES
424-208-8840 | la.bestfriends.org
In-person volunteering is currently on hold, but you can still foster! Best Friends Animal Society is a leading national animal welfare organization dedicated to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters.
Best Friends Animal Society in LA volunteer opportunities:
- Pet Lifesaving Centers: The Best Friends Lifesaving Center in Mission Hills features over 250 cats and dogs available for adoption from LA Animal Services. The NKLA Pet Adoption Center in West L.A. features over 100 cats and dogs available for adoption from our Best Friends adoption program and our coalition partners. The Jefferson Park Pet Resource Center in South LA works with treating and socializing our ringworm and working cat populations. You can help with a variety of tasks from animal care to cleaning.
- Foster: If you love pets but can’t adopt, you can help by fostering a pet! To read more about our foster program and apply to be a foster visit our website.
- Kitten Care Program: The kittens at the Best Friends Kitten Care Program rely on hundreds of volunteers to provide them with around-the-clock care. There’s bottle-feeding every two hours, food preparation, socialization and more.
- Community Outreach: Outreach Ambassadors are volunteers who attend a variety of events as representatives of Best Friends. Ambassadors are confident, friendly and comfortable talking about the Best Friends mission and current programs/services in place to help the community. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with the community and spread awareness about our various lifesaving initiatives!
- NKLA Super Adoption Weekend: At the NKLA Super Adoption Weekend, dozens of Southern California NKLA Coalition partners, rescue groups and shelters feature about 1,000 of their adoptable pets. That means about 500 volunteers are needed to help make the event a success.
- Strut Your Mutt: Strut Your Mutt is our largest fundraiser for local rescue groups, shelters, spay/neuter clinics and more. Volunteers are needed for a number of different shifts throughout the event, including set-up the day before and tear down after the event ends.
Eligibility
- Anyone
How do I volunteer?
- Visit volunteers.bestfriends.org.
- Select “Start Volunteering” and be sure to check off the path for Los Angeles (if under 18 select “Los Angeles Under 18” pathway).
- Follow the steps to fully activate your volunteer account (filling out a volunteer profile and signing the electronic volunteer agreements).
- You will receive an automated email after profile completion with details about volunteer opportunities along with sign up instructions.
REAL TO REEL – GLOBAL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL
realtoreelglobal.org | info@betteryouth.org
The Real to REEL film festival was created by a former ASOH recipient and volunteer!
How do I volunteer?
- Email info@betteryouth.org
Miracle Volunteers
Miracle Friends matches individuals experiencing homelessness with volunteers from around the world for weekly phone calls and texts to check-in and say hello.
Services:
- Orientation and a mentor to guide you through the process of connecting with your assigned buddy
- A match to an individual experiencing homelessness for you to reach out to
- Continued support through volunteer calls, continued mentorship, and special workshops
Eligibility
- 1 or more hour a week to dedicate to reaching out to your friend
How do I volunteer?
- Go to miraclefriends.org
- Click on “Apply to Be a Volunteer Friend”
- Fill out the form and receive a link to our online orientation
Housing
Are you Homeless now?
CES Access Center: www.lahsa.org/get-help?ref=ces
SANCTUARY OF HOPE – RAPID REHOUSING PROGRAM
They aim to help young adults who are at-risk of experiencing homelessness with finding safe and affordable housing.
Services:
- Coaching for developing a housing plan
- Support with paying application and security deposit for housing
- Linkages to resources for employment, childcare, education, health care, and more!
- Subsidized rent plans
Eligibility:
- Must have the following:
- Valid Identification
- Social Security Card
- Homeless Verification
- Proof of School Enrollment
How do I enroll?
- Contact youth@asenseofhome.org for a referral
HOPICS – Eviction Prevention Program for Low-Income Participants
323-948-0444 | www.hopics.org
If you are you having trouble paying rent, the Eviction Prevention Program helps low income participants at imminent risk of becoming homeless to secure and/or retain housing. The program can provide up to 6 months of rental assistance and move-in.
Eligibility:
Households must not exceed the following household size and annual median income (AMI) prior to COVID-19 to be eligible:
- AMI – 50%
- 1 Person – $39,450
- 2 People – $45,050
- 3 People – $50,700
- 4 People – $56,300
Documents needed for signing up:
- Proof of Hardship
- Bring 3, 30, or 60 day Pay, Quit, or Eviction notice
- Bring lease
- Bring proof of income
- Bring identification documents
- ID
- Social Security Number
- Reside in SPA 6: 90016, 90018, 90007, 90062, 90008, 90043, 90044, 90047, 90037, 90011, 90001, 90003, 90002, 90059, 90061, 90248, 90746, 90222, 90220, 90262, 90221, 90723
How do I enroll?
- Email prevention@hopics.org
- Single Adults: Call (323) 432-4399 OR Visit 5849 Crocker Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003. Walk-ins are welcome. Arrive 30 minutes before opening to ensure service. Open Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM
- Families with small children under 18: Call (323) 432-4399 OR Visit 5849 Crocker Street, Los Angeles, CA 90003 – Entrance on San Pedro Street. Walk-ins are welcome. Arrive 30 minutes before opening to ensure service. Open Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM
ST.ANNE’S
213-381-2931 | www.stannes.org/
St. Anne’s works to build safe, nurturing and resilient families – from pregnancy to parenthood and childhood to adulthood – for generations to come. They offer various housing programs for everyone, including people with specific needs and in specific situations.
St. Anne’s THP+FC (Transitional Housing for young moms)
Eligibility:
- 18-21 THP+FC
- Mothers
- Pregnant or parenting
- Max 2 children (if more, please contact)
How do I enroll?
- Call St. Anne’s: 213-381-2931, ext. 400
St. Anne’s Transitional Housing – (Transitional Housing for young moms)
Eligibility:
- 18-24
- Can stay 2 years in program
- Pregnant or parenting
- Max 2 children (if more, still please contact)
How do I enroll?
- Call St. Anne’s: 213-381-2931, ext. 400
- Review if you fit the criteria over the phone.
FIRST PLACE FOR YOUTH
213-835-2700 (Korea Town location) | 213-279-2785 (South LA) | firstplaceforyou.org/
My First Place Program provides transitional housing and support services for former foster youth and homeless. The program services are focused on helping our participants advance in education, employment and build life-skills to achieve a successful transition to self-sufficiency and responsible adulthood.
Eligibility:
- Current and former foster youth, probation youth, and homeless youth
- Ages 18–24
- Looking for help in: Alameda County, Contra Costa County, Los Angeles County, San Francisco County, Santa Clara County, and Solano County
How do I enroll?
- Go to: www.firstplaceforyouth.org/youth-referral/
- Click “I am interested in My First Place” and fill out the application.
- They should contact within a few days.
COVENANT HOUSE
1325 N. Western Avenue Los Angeles CA 90027 | www.covenanthouse.org/
Homeless shelter with career center, employment specialist, school on site (GED/Diploma), clinic, mental health services, substance abuse counselors, etc.
Eligibility:
- 18-24 years old and are homeless and/or have been trafficked
How do I enroll?
- Go to Covenant House (Monday-Friday, 9AM–5PM) located at 1325 N. Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027
- Ask for the Outreach Department – let them know you are there to receive services
- Try and arrive early – as they have a current waitlist.
- You can also go to www.covenanthouse.org, click on “Get Help”, input your city or zip code to find the closest Covenant House location to you
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (LACDA): HOMELESSNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM
wwwb.lacda.org/section-8/homeless-programs/hip
The Los Angeles County Development Authority’s (LACDA) Homeless Incentive Program (HIP) offers monetary incentives to encourage landlords to rent their available units to LACDA’s homeless Section 8 voucher holders.
LACDA Homelessness Incentive Program offers:
- Holding Fee: Receive one month’s free rent to hold available housing units for homeless individuals or families.
- Payment of Rental Application Fees: Provides payment of all applicable application fees, up to $50.00* per adult, per application. This amount is subject to change based on California’s maximum application screening fee.
- Move-in Assistance: Provides move-in assistance such as security deposit, utility assistance, and furniture essentials.
- Vacancy Loss Payments: Provides owners with Vacancy Loss Payments in the amount of one month’s rent, if the family vacates the unit without proper notice or if the family is evicted from the unit for good cause.
- Damage Claims: Provides financial assistance to landlords to mitigate damage caused by tenants during their occupancy.
Eligibility:
- Have county section 8 homeless voucher, be a first-time recipient.
- Live in these areas: Most LA County cities, unincorporated and incorporated.
How do I enroll?
- Go to the website wwwb.lacda.org/section-8/homeless-programs/hip/holding-fee/get-started. Complete the documents that are found at this link. You can also submit documents via email or in person.
- E-mail: HIP@lacda.org.
- Mail: Los Angeles County Development Authority, Attn: Homeless Incentive Program, P.O. Box 1510, Alhambra, CA 91802
- In Person: LACDA Administrative Offices, 700 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801
STAY HOUSED L.A.
stayhousedla.org
Legal service providers have partnered with Los Angeles County and the local community to provide resources to keep people in their homes.
Services:
- Database of your rights as a tenant
- Find a workshop to learn your rights as a tenant and connect with a tenant advocate or attorney.
- Additional housing, Covid-19, and legal resources
- Find legal help around your area
- State Rental Assistance Program
Eligibility:
- Anyone can access database to find your rights
- Anyone can find a workshop to attend
- Anyone can access additional housing, Covid-19, and legal resources
- Legal help depends on location
- Must live in Los Angeles County
- Some services have income limitations
- Service is provided regardless of immigration status
- State Assistance Rental Program is open to
- All individuals regardless of immigration status
- Any LA County tenants not living in the city of Los Angeles, Long Beach, or Santa Clarita
- Household must have income with below 80% of LA County median income, priority given to those with less than 50% LA County median income
- 1 person household,
- 80%- $66,250
- 50%- $41,400
- 2 people household,
- 80%- $47,300
- 50%- $75,700
- 3 people household,
- 80%- $53,200
- 50%- $85,150
- 4 people household,
- 80%- $59,100
- 50%- $94,600
- 5 people household,
- 80%- $63,850
- 50%- $102,200
- 1 person household,
How do I enroll?
- For Tenants Rights Database
- Go to stayhousedla.org
- On the top right, click menu
- Click “know your rights” in the drop-down menu
- To find a workshop
- Go to stayhousela.org
- On the top right, click menu
- Click “find a workshop” on the drop-down menu
- Find the workshop that works best with your schedule
- Select “Register” button
- Input your contact information
- Click “RSVP” button
- For additional housing resources
- Go to stayhousedla.org
- Scroll to the bottom of the page
- Select resources on the bottom right hand of the page
- For Legal Help
- Go to stayhousela.org
- On the top right, click menu
- Click “Get Legal Help” in the drop-down menu
- Input your address
- Click “Check address” button
- Fill out survey depending on your specific circumstances
- Once complete, you should receive an email stating that your case has been assigned to a legal service provider
- Address and website to legal provider should be included in the email
- Option is given to view Workshops
- For State Rental Assistance Program
- Visit housingiskey.com
- Under California Rent Relief banner, select “Covid-19 California Rent Relief”
- Scroll down and select the orange “I am a renter” button
- Scroll down, read eligibility
- If eligible, select the pink “New Application” button
- Once on map, select the area you live in
- If in green or brown, it will take you to the eligibility quiz
- Eligibility will be determined after completion
- If in yellow, it will link you to your local jurisdiction program
- If in green or brown, it will take you to the eligibility quiz
- For assistance completing application 833-430-2122
CHIRP/LA
877-724-4775 | www.chirpla.org
CHIRP/LA (Comprehensive Housing Information and Referrals for People Living with HIV/AIDS) is a program of PAWS/LA (Pets Are Wonderful Support, Los Angeles), with grant funding from HOPWA (Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS) that is administered by HCIDLA (Los Angeles Housing & Community Investment Department).
CHIRP/LA offers:
- Low-Income Fare is Easy (LIFE)
- No Fee & Reduced Fee Identification Card Forms
- Housing Stability Workshops
- Clothing Vouchers
- Email Set-up
- Free Credit Check
- Guides & Listings
- Weekly Newsletters
Eligibility:
- A valid California ID or Driver’s License.
- HIV/AIDS Diagnosis form (within a year of service date)
- Proof of Income (GR or SSI print out, 3 months of pay stubs, bank statements, etc.)
- Proof of address (government document or current utility bill)
How do I enroll?
- Visit www.chirpla.org
- Click “Services” found at the top of the website
- Select the type of service you want and the area you’re in and click “Search”
- Select the resource you want
- For more information: Call: 213-741-1951 at extension: 202 or Email: info@chirpla.org
DOOR OF HOPE – HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION PROGRAM
1 626-304-9130 | www.doorofhope.us
Door of Hope provides transitional housing programs to help families into permanent housing.
Services:
- Employment training, resume building, and interview preparation
- Financial literacy training and budgeting skills
- Weekly individual or marriage counseling
- Housing & follow-up care
Eligibility:
- Reside in LA county
- Be a household with at least one child 18 years or younger
- Have a total annual gross income (before deducting taxes) of 50% or less of the area median income (AMI)
- Have experienced a significant loss of income due to reasons such as COVID-19, loss of employment, illness, personal injuries, etc.
- Household are eligible irrespective of immigration or documentation status
How do I enroll?
- Go to www.doorofhope.us/prevention/
- Click on the hyperlink on “COVID-19 Emergency Assistance Program Screening Application”
- Fill out the google form and a case manager will follow up with you in 7-10 days
THE PEOPLE CONCERN – HOMELESS SERVICES
The People Concern provides shelter and support to adults and children who are victims of domestic violence.
Services:
- Permanent supportive housing
- Interim housing
- Income assistance
- Substance use services
- Medical care
Eligibility:
- Reside in LA county
How do I enroll?
- For Interim Housing Services
- In SPA 4 (Metro LA) call 323-334-9000
- In Spa 5 (West LA) call 310-450-4050
For all other services, you must complete an in-take through the Coordinated Entry System (CES)
- Find your local CES center by calling 800-548-6047
Domestic Violence Aid
NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
1-800-799-7233 | www.thehotline.org
24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides essential tools and support to help survivors of domestic violence so they can live their lives free of abuse.
National Domestic Violence Hotline offers:
- Contacts to The Hotline can expect highly trained, expert advocates to offer free, confidential, and compassionate support
- Crisis intervention information
- Crisis intervention education
- Referral services in over 200 languages
- How to Identify Abuse
- Plan for Safety
- Help with How to Support Others
- Local Resources
Eligibility:
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Anyone can call or visit their website
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary
- Call 1-800-799-7233 to receive help over the phone
- Go to www.thehotline.org
- Click call to receive help over the phone
- Click chat to receive help through an online chat
- Scroll down to find more information about: How to Identify Abuse, A Plan for Safety, How to Support Others, Local Resources
LOS ANGELES COUNTY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HOTLINE
1-800-978-3600 | https://dpss.lacounty.gov/en/jobs/gain/sss.html
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services is offering support over the phone and online to help you end the abuse in your life and the lives of your family.
Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Hotline offers:
- Instant over the phone help for those in need of immediate support
- A link to battered women shelters / walk-in centers
- Information about additional services you can receive / should apply for
Eligibility:
-
Anyone can call or visit their website
How do I enroll?
- No enrollment necessary!
- Call 1-800-978-3600 to receive help over the phone
- Or for more information, go to https://dpss.lacounty.gov/en/jobs/gain/sss.html
- Scroll down to “Domestic Violence”
- Click Domestic Violence Details
- Scroll and read about what services you’re able to apply for
THE PEOPLE CONCERN – SOJOURN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES
The People Concern provides shelter and support to adults and children who are victims of domestic violence.
Services:
- Shelter & support groups
- Child empowerment programming
- Legal services and service referrals
- Safety arrangements for pets
- Safety planning
- Abuse reporting
- 24/7 resource hotline
Eligibility:
- Anyone experiencing domestic violence
How do I enroll?
- Call their 24/7 resource hotline at 310-264-6644 and they will connect you to the program.
General Resources
211
www.211.org
211 is the most comprehensive source of locally curated social services information in the U.S. and most of Canada. Call, text or chat with your local 211 to speak with a community resource specialist in your area who will help you find services and resourcces that are available to you.
211 offers:
- Supplemental food and nutrition programs
- Shelter and housing options and utilities assistance
- Emergency information and disaster relief
- Employment and education opportunities
- Service for Veterans
- Health care, vaccination and health epidemic information
- Addiction prevention and rehabilitation programs
- Reentry help for ex-offenders
- Support groups for individuals with mental illness or special needs
- A safe, confidential path out of physical/or emotional domestic abuse
Eligibility:
- No eligibility requirement
How do I enroll?
- You don’t need to enroll to access resources through 211
- Call or text 211 to speak with a community resource specialist in your area
Opportunity Youth Collaborative (OYC)
www.laoyc.org
L.A. Opportunity Youth Collaborative Database of programs and services for transition age foster youth in the central LA.
Eligibility:
- No eligibility requirement
How do I enroll?
- You don’t need to enroll to access the database
- Visit www.laoyc.org/ to learn about existing programs and an array of services for transition-age foster youth
YOUTH MOVING ON
626-765-6010 | youthmovingon.org
Located in Pasadena, Youth Moving On provides youth who were formerly in foster care and probation affordable quality housing and numerous support services to help them transition successfully to adulthood. Youth learn skills for lasting independence and a lifetime of personal fulfillment through housing services and workforce development and linkages to other resources.
Youth Moving On offers:
- Substance Abuse Support – send someone to help them anywhere in the community. Kind of like a mentor.
- Mental health
- Case Management
- Help with housing applications
- support groups (on hold)
- Housing services – SPA 3
- Next step
- Free food, clothing hygiene, shower
- Computer center
- Community events
Eligibility:
- Must be ages 18-25
How do I enroll?
- Call the center (626-765-6010) between Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:30 pm
- Visit the Peer Resource Center (456 E. Orange Grove Blvd., Suite 140, Pasadena, CA 91104) Monday–Friday, 11:00am–3:00pm (we recommend making an appointment before your visit)
- For more information email ymoinfo@hillsides.org or prc@hillsides.org
OUR CHILDREN LA WIN (WHAT I NEED) APP
WIN is a free web and mobile app designed to connect youth ages 12-25, families and adults to essential services – all accessible without a referral.
Offers over 1800 service providers and programs in 11 search categories:
- Shelter
- Crisis
- Food
- Drop-In Centers
- Health
- Legal
- Hotlines
- Education
- Jobs
- Transportation
- Benefits
- And more Download it now to find resources near you!
Eligibility:
- Anyone can access it!
How to Enroll?
- Visit https://www.ourchildrenla.org/win-app/ and download
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