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StepStones Youth Story Ethan

Youth Story

Ethan's journey to stability and a safe home.

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A StepStones for Youth Short Film: Foster Care, Fatherhood and being a beacon of hope

Richard’s Story: an impactful journey of healing, growth, and hope.

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About Us

We believe every child and youth in and from foster care deserves the opportunity to thrive, and envision a world where all young people have a sense of belonging with people who love and support them.

OUR MISSION AND VISION

What We Do

We exist to support youth involved in child welfare, and drive at better systems and approaches for long-term, sustainable change.

Building Connections

Homelessness Prevention

Educational Support

Belonging and Mental Health

 

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Positive outcomes

Change is possible when the conditions are in place that allow youth to thrive.

89 percent

of youth are in stable housing after 6 months at StepStones (58% of homeless youth report having had involvement in the child welfare system)

83 percent

of youth at StepStones are currently attending school or have graduated high school (only 48% of youth from the child welfare system graduate high school)

88 percent

of youth have stabilized their mental health and/or are accessing mental health supports (just 7% describe having stable mental health at intake)

Youth Impact Story

Tristan was experiencing housing instability until he was introduced to StepStones.

Tristan’s Story More Youth Stories
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Tristan’s Story More Youth Stories

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