Once Like You, Inc. provides support and empowers current and former foster youth from the New York City foster care system, helping them transition from dependency to self-sufficiency.
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Brooklyn, New York 11239, US
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Our back-to-school event is just one week away! This event is dedicated to empowering foster youths embarking on their college or trade school journeys by providing them with the essential resources and support they need for a successful start. If you are able to contribute, donations can be made through at https://lnkd.in/dUvKRqJR . Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference in the lives of these young adults.
Our back-to-school event is just one week away! This event is dedicated to empowering foster youths embarking on their college or trade school journeys by providing them with the essential resources and support they need for a successful start. If you are able to contribute, donations can be made through at https://lnkd.in/dUvKRqJR . Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant difference in the lives of these young adults.
🚨🚨🚨 Back to School Event Announcement 🚨🚨🚨 If you are a current or former foster youth going to college or trade school this Fall, Once Like You, Inc. can help with school essentials for your new chapter. Register online and fill out the “Back 2 School Wishlist” at https://lnkd.in/dmtA6k5n Please note: Due to occupancy limits, we will provide the address to confirmed attendees, volunteers and vendors. This event will take place in Fresh Meadows, NY 11365 area. MTA buses drop off less than 500 feet to the event and parking is accessible. 💚 Donations are accepted now until August 24th 💚 Help us help others. 📢 Donate here: https://lnkd.in/dUvKRqJR If you would like to attend, participate, or donate - please email support@oncelikeyou.org Visit our website to complete the Back to School wishlist or Get Involved form. www.oncelikeyou.org #BackToSchoolEvent #fosteryouth #formerfosteryouth #nycyouth #nycfoster #oncelikeyou #oncelikeyouinc
National Foster Care Day is an important day that acknowledges the efforts of foster parents but also recognizes their limitations. However, we would like to raise awareness and support youths in foster care. Foster Youths: You are amazing and loved! Do not allow anyone to tell you different! Supporters: If you would like to support youths in foster care aging out and help with their transition, please donate at https://lnkd.in/dUvKRqJR ~ Once Like You, Inc.
Volunteer as a Mentor, Financial Literacy Educator, Life Skills Coach, or Housing Coordinator at Once Like You, Inc. today! Sign up at https://lnkd.in/eU5s7ASj
Individual Seeking Assistance If you are an individual seeking housing assistance, please reach out to your local HUD office and public housing agency (PHA) to learn more about the housing resources and opportunities within your community. For further information on how to locate the nearest HUD office and PHA, please click on the following link: https://resources.hud.gov/. Individual requests for housing assistance should NOT be sent to FYI@hud.gov. For community resources such as shelters, food pantries, health clinics and clothing, please access HUD's new tool: https://lnkd.in/gFhGmHt. 💚 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
HUD is making nearly $13 million in funding available for Public Housing Agencies to help youth who are aging out of foster care transition to stable housing.
We’ve just earned our 2023 Bronze Seal with Candid! We are excited to share the work our nonprofit does through our #NonprofitProfile. Learn how you can support us and make a difference. #candiddotorg #oncelikeyouinc #nonprofit #fosteryouth #agingout #agingoutoffostercare #agedout
We are currently giving e-gift cards to former foster youth who have aged-out of care and need help this giving season. Please feel free to share this information. To learn more, please visit our Instagram page at https://lnkd.in/e7s9VNrr 💚