What We Do

Help youth write a resume, apply for jobs, seek career opportunities, improve interview skills, build a professional wardrobe and explore options for short- and long-term employment.

Collaborate with community banks to teach youth about checking and savings accounts, debit cards, credit cards, writing checks, online banking and bill pay.

Identify expenses for living independently, income sources, and how to budget to be successful. Youth will learn about savings, purchasing cars, and school or college expenses. Students will set up a budget so they can purchase items needed to live independently while attending the program.

Students will research and identify an outside vendor for driver’s education classes. FCILP will assist with transportation to and from the site if needed. We will also review the DMV driver’s education booklet during in-house class time as needed. (Approval from a guardian, caseworker, or referring agency is required to participate.) Please note that external program costs are separate from FCILP.

We demonstrate how to develop healthy eating plans and meal preparation across all cultures to embrace diversity in food choices. Our classes focus on more than just food; they take a holistic approach to diet, exercise, and overall wellbeing. Youth will gain hands-on experience in cooking, utilizing coupons, and using EBT or debit cards to make sustainable, healthy food choices.

Life Coaching is available to help youth process their trauma and transform it into a resilient and powerful driving force for success. A certified Life Coach provides these individualized services to each youth.

We believe every youth deserves a seat at the table and a voice in the halls of power.

• Multi-Level Advocacy: We fight for foster care resources and rights at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Community Collaboration: We partner with local organizations to maximize food, housing, and job security while eliminating service redundancies.
• System Accountability: Proudly serving as a member of the Pinal County Foster Care Review Board to ensure the safety and permanence of children in care.

The transition to adulthood shouldn’t be walked alone. Our TILP program provides a comprehensive roadmap for youth to thrive independently through:

• Career & Education: Develop steps toward academic plans and coordinate opportunities for gainful employment.
• Life Skills: Hands-on training for daily adult responsibilities.
• Holistic Support: A dedicated network of mentors and community resources.

We provide tangible support to help youth feel seen, valued, and prepared.

Note: Resource availability is dependent on current funding.

• Empowerment Scholarships: Financial assistance for sports, educational fees, and TILP start-up costs.
• TILP Household Kits: Providing the essentials needed to set up a first home.
• Boxes of Sunshine: Specially curated kits containing stress-relief items and specialized haircare products.
• VIP Experiences: Creating exclusive social opportunities that build confidence and foster positive peer relationships.

We use our platform to educate the community and humanize the foster care experience through:

• Foster Youth & Parent Panels: Facilitating honest conversations to improve the system.
• Keynote Speaking: Impactful presentations on Resilience and Empowerment to inspire change and motivate audiences.