Young adults have aged foster system

Overview

Family & Youth Initiative (DCFYI) helps older children (12 to 21) in foster care find adoptive families and make lifelong connections with caring adults. DCFYI focuses solely on helping teens at risk of aging out of foster care find adoptive families and develop lasting relationships with other caring adults. We are unique in that we offer opportunities for adults who are not yet approved to adopt or mentor to meet and get to know teens so that relationships can grow naturally, which is a much more effective way for adults and teens to get to know each other and get comfortable before any formal mentor or adoption match is made.

We are one of very few organizations that create low barrier ways for adults to get to know and help teens in foster care. We encourage creative responses to the needs of individual teens and abilities and availability of interested adults.

Support Young Adults Transitioning Out of Foster Care in the DC Area. Join Open Table and Make a Meaningful Difference in a Young Person’s Life. Calling DC Area Volunteers!

Open Table is a proven model that brings together 4-7 adult volunteers to form a dedicated support network for one young adult. Together, the group works for a year to help the young adult accomplish their personal goals—whether that’s finding stable housing, pursuing education, securing employment, or building life skills. Volunteers serve as mentors, advocates, and sources of encouragement, helping to build the foundation for a brighter future.

Click the link below to attend a one-hour online Info Session. Choose the date that works best for your schedule. Info Sessions will take place via Zoom on September 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 and October 1.

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