MISSION STATEMENT
Make it Happen supports underserved transition-age youth in Yolo County by providing essential household goods, resources, and advocacy to help them build stable homes and independent lives.
ABOUT US
Make It Happen for Yolo County (MIH) is a community-driven nonprofit helping under-resourced youth (ages 16–24) transition into independent living with dignity, stability, and hope. For young people aging out of foster care, leaving the justice system, or overcoming homelessness, MIH provides essential furniture, household goods, and refurbished bicycles—support they often lack without family or friends.
With your support, MIH transforms empty apartments into fully furnished homes, giving youth a safe place to sleep, eat, and build their futures. Having a bed to sleep in and cookware and dishes for preparing and enjoying meals fosters a sense of dignity, belonging, and comfort. Youth select the items they need from our storage units, and volunteers deliver them—creating not just homes, but also a sense of care and belonging. For youth choosing most of the over 100 items we offer, we save them over $2,000—money that can be spent on other necessities.
In 2025, MIH exceeded its goal by serving 68 youth and expanded its bicycle program to provide vital transportation for work, school, and daily activities. Through strong community partnerships and programs like the annual Make It Happen/UC Davis Guardian Scholar Move-In Days and youth scholarships, MIH continues to invest in long-term success.
As the only organization in Yolo County offering this comprehensive support, MIH has been able to serve every eligible youth who asks for help—thanks entirely to donors like you. Together, we ensure every young person has a safe, stable place to call home.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Make a gift today to help a young person access services that promote stability, well-being, and long-term success. Every dollar provides essential items—and shows a young person that their community believes in them. You can make a monetary donation that will provide the youth we serve with essential items needed to turn a space into a home.
A donation of $335 provides a mattress & frame - $2,000 outfits an entire apartment
Furniture Donations
The youth we serve live in small (usually) unfurnished apartments. If you have furniture you would like to donate, we will happily consider your items. Our greatest need is for small dressers, end tables, nightstands, and small loveseats that are in good condition.
If you would like to learn more about how to donate gently used furniture, please follow this link to our website's furniture donation page:
FURNITURE DONATIONS