191
youth received one-on-one guidance and encouragement from a volunteer Ally
135
youth received emergency financial assistance
176
volunteer Allies were trained, screened and paired with youth
77
youth secured safe and stable housing with help from FYI
38
youth graduated from high school
23
youth earned associate degrees
13
youth completed trade/professional certification programs
13
youth earned bachelor’s degrees
1
youth earned a master’s degree
“The emotional impact made by the caring adults of FYI cannot be quantified. FYI volunteers and staff are fearless, life-changing heroes. They drive FYI youth to important appointments, share resources, advocate for academic funding, celebrate important events and spend countless hours listening to the youth and validating their emotions. They send important reminders, drive youth to possible job opportunities, and schedule tutors. They send birthday cards, find donors, write grants, and develop partnerships. The list goes on and on. Several FYI youth have expressed that they wished every foster youth had the support of an FYI. It is an honor to work alongside such an incredibly selfless group of individuals. The work being done is undeniable. Being a part of the FYI community is one of the best things that has ever happened to me. It is changing lives and I am honored and humbled to have a front-row seat.”
-Gina Stevens, FYI Program Director and Co-Founder