
Supporting Young Adults
Aging Out of Foster Care

Our Annual
Winter Coat Drive
The social workers we work with have requested winter coats for some of their clients. Each person listed in this SignUp Genius needs a winter coat or winter clothing this season to stay warm.
Will you please consider signing up to purchase a new winter coat or new warm sweaters for youth in need?
Thank you so much for considering helping one of these young people stay warm this winter
Every young adult deserves a chance to thrive and succeed. We are committed to providing the support they need to build a better future.
Helping Hands - There After Foster Care
2026 2nd Quarter Activities
Education
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purchased a laptop for a student starting at CU
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tutored 4 youth attempting to get their GED
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paid for trade school class
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provided academic advising to a youth wanting to earn her master's degree
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assisted a youth in completing their FAFSA and enrolling at CU
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purchased necessary school sup for a student enrolled in a math class
Transportation
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helped a youth shop for her first vehicle
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purchased 3 bus passes to enable youth to get to work
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provided for transportation to and from chemotherapy and hospital for youth diagnosed with a serious medical condition
Housing
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purchased a bed frame and mattress for a youth getting her first apartment
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assisted a youth in completing paperwork for new housing
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moved a youth into her new apartment
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paid for moving expenses for a youth relocating
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paid housing application fee for a youth moving into a new apartment
Legal
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helped pay court fees for a youth trying to get back on the straight and narrow
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connected a youth fleeing domestic to legal aid
Emergency Essential Items
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provided 2 pairs of shoes for a youth in need
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purchased 3 cell phones and monthly service to enable youth and social workers to communicate
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provided 2 hygiene bags for youth unable to obtain necessary products
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purchased undergarments for a youth in need
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provided 2 emergency gift cards for food for youth without other resources
Medical help
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provided medical advocacy for a youth dealing with a serious diagnosis.
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provided transportation to medical appointments.
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provided transportation, connection, and advocacy for continuing services through another agency to a youth with disabilities

