Beth Ryan

Beth Ryan's Fundraiser

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Join us so we can stay connected to current and former foster youth.

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Let's show foster youth that they have not been forgotten!

In 2010, I learned that there were foster youth aging out of the foster care system. In Los Angeles County alone, we have 1,000 foster youth aging out of the system when they turn 18.

  • 50% don't graduate high school
  • 60% age out without having a supportive adult they can turn to
  • 75% leave care without having any job experience

Foster youth are trying to navigate adulthood on their own. They have lived inside a foster care bubble and then at 18, they are outside of that bubble without the skills and people who can support them.

Stepping Forward LA offers support, guidance and a community of support. Our team are all former foster youth who help young adults navigate resources, educational opportunities, employment, relationships, housing, cooking and so much more. We work with current foster youth still in the system to help them prepare and know they are not alone.

Young adults in foster care are resourceful. They are determined. They have big goals. And they can't do it alone.

Please consider joining us with any amount you can!