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Foster Care6 min read

What Happens When You Age Out of Foster Care

Every year, thousands of young people reach 18 and suddenly lose access to the only support system they have ever known. Here is what that looks like, and what you can do about it.

June 10, 2026Read more
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Finance7 min read

Building Credit From Scratch: A Guide for Foster Youth

No credit history is one of the biggest invisible barriers aging-out youth face. No one taught you how credit works, and now it affects your ability to rent an apartment or get a phone plan. Here's where to start.

May 14, 2026Read more
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Programs4 min read

What is a Driving Mentor and Why It Matters

Most teenagers learn to drive from a parent. Foster youth don't always have that. A Driving Mentor fills that gap, but the relationship goes a lot further than teaching parallel parking.

April 2, 2026Read more