Orangewood Foundation

#FoundationFactFriday - It is estimated that as many as 30% of youth from foster care in California identify as LGBTQ+, compared to 11% of their non-foster peers. Orangewood Foundation is committed to being an ally of the LGBTQ+ community and our youth! #Pride

The #4 sign that tells you’re ready to foster is you’re adaptable to change. Helping a youth can bring different types of adventures in your everyday life, and change is inevitable. Orangewood Foundation’s Youth Connected Program is here to support you along the way. Learn more at www.orangewoodfoundation.org/YCP

You can make an impact in the life of a teen by learning what it means to become a foster mom, dad, aunt or uncle, or telling someone you know and admire that they might be a good candidate. With weekly information sessions every Wednesday night and Saturday morning, there's always time to make a difference. Learn more at https://orangewoodfoundation.org/ycp-signup/ #youthconnectedprogram

The #1 sign that tells you’re ready to foster is you’re open to possibilities. You’re ready for a new experience and you’re willing to bring someone into your life. Orangewood Foundation’s Youth Connected Program is here to support you along the way. Learn more at www.orangewoodfoundation.org/YCP

Helping a youth’s immediate needs can be the start of helping them build a better life. Gift a Kit of Hope this month to youth experiencing homelessness and help us reach 100 kits! You can drop kits off at the Orangewood offices on Fridays from 10am to 2pm. #restorehope4thehomelessof

We can confidently say our luncheon guests showed up (virtually!) for Orangewood youth, raising over $300,00. Thank you to all who attended!

Talon C. (right) donated more than 80 hygiene bags as his Boy Scout service project! We love seeing young community members making a difference. Thank you, Talon! (Pictured with Orangewood Community Engagement Manager, Humberto Rojas.)

Through a grant from Cal OES, last year Orangewood Foundation provided $246,000 to help youth with move-in deposits and expenses. Rent isn’t the only hurdle our youth face, so helping with these other costs makes renting an apartment possible for them.

Thank you to DentaQuest who did a team-building service project in October and donated oral hygiene items for our youth. Pictured accepting the donation is Humberto Rojas, Community Engagement Manager.

Be you. #MotivationalMonday

#FoundationFactFriday Did you know 30% of youth experiencing homelessness in the U.S. are living in California? Help us spread awareness and restore hope in youth today. Learn more about Homelessness Awareness Month here: https://orangewoodfoundation.org/hamonth/

November is Homeless Awareness Month. Help us restore hope in youth experiencing homelessness today. Learn more at https://orangewoodfoundation.org/hamonth/

#FoundationFactFriday In the last year, 361 youth learned positive coping strategies to help their mental health. Orangewood staff members teach a variety of healthy methods that include exercise and painting. Do you have any activities or strategies to share with youth?

THANK YOU Union Bank for sponsoring our exclusive virtual Ambassador Luncheon!

Samueli Foundation is a sponsor of our Ambassador Luncheon. Thank you, Samueli Foundation! #OFAmbLunch #orangewoodambassador

Thank you, Optima Tax Relief for being a sponsor at our Ambassador Luncheon! Optima Tax has been a great supporter of Orangewood youth. Thank you!

Thank you Motive Energy Inc. for being a sponsor at our virtual Ambassador Luncheon! You rock!