Foster Youth Education Fund

Reviewed by the Sacramento Region Community Foundation

$3,717 raised by 28 donors

74% complete

$5,000 Goal

The Foster Youth Education Fund empowers former foster youth in the Sacramento region to achieve their higher education dreams.  We provide educational support for those who have successfully completed their high school education and who are entering or attending a two or four-year accredited college or university, or a technical/trade school.  Because of the support we provide, 91% of our scholars complete the semester for which they received our support.

While there are many scholarship funds in the region, FYEF is the only known fund in the Sacramento, Yolo, Placer and El Dorado counties to focus exclusively on foster youth.  Our organization, powered by over 100 volunteers, has provided support to nearly 400 foster youth with $668,860 in educational grants since 2002.

To underscore the digital divide facing our foster youth, only 10% of them-compared to 90% of all college students-report having a personal computer, a most necessary tool to achieve academic success in our current higher education environment.

Mission

Foster Youth Education Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness, generating funds and providing support to empower foster youth to achieve their higher education dreams.

Needs

Funding for scholarships.

Funding for scholarships and outreach.

Donation of laptops for scholars.

Volunteers to support events and scholars.

To support our annual Fashion Show.

Equity Statement

At Foster Youth Education Fund (FYEF), we recognize that former foster youth face unique challenges on their path to higher education. Our mission is to bridge the gap for these resilient individuals, who often journey towards academic success without parental support or a traditional family structure. With only 3% of former foster youth in California achieving a college degree, we understand the critical need for dedicated resources and support systems.

FYEF is committed to fostering an equitable educational landscape, where former foster youth in the Sacramento region are not only encouraged but also empowered to pursue their academic dreams. Our approach is rooted in the belief that access to higher education is a right, not a privilege. We provide scholarships for tuition, books, computers, and campus transportation, addressing the financial barriers that often hinder the educational progress of these determined students.

We strive to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that recognizes and values the diverse experiences of former foster youth. By offering financial assistance and moral support, we aim to be a catalyst for positive change, helping these young adults to break the cycle of adversity and achieve their full potential. FYEF is proud to be a community-supported initiative, standing as a testament to what can be accomplished when we come together to uplift and empower the most vulnerable among us.

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

Foster Youth Education Fund

other names

FYEF

Year Established

2002

Tax id (EIN)

20-0680594

Mission Category

Education

Operating Budget

$100,001-$250,000

Organization Need

Funding: Program, Funding: Unrestricted, Technology, Volunteers, In-Kind Donations

Demographics Served

Asian/Pacific Islander, Youth & Children, Black/African American

Local Counties Served

El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Yolo

Address

2443 Fair Oaks Blvd. #392
Sacramento, CA 95825

Service areas

Sacramento, CA, US

Phone

916-335-5485

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