Documents That Matter: Understanding the Importance of Gathering and Keeping Vital Documents

Mar 15, 2022 | Resources

Did you know that important documents like birth certificates, immunization records, photo IDs, etc. could impact where you can live, your ability to fly on a plane, or obtain employment?  Having access to important documents will help you to access the world around...

The FAFSA Simplification Act: Youth Experiencing Homelessness and Youth with Experience in Foster Care

Mar 11, 2022 | Resources

Postsecondary attainment is increasingly necessary to move out of poverty, and live a healthy life. Yet youth experiencing homelessness and youth from foster care face unique barriers in transitioning to and completing postsecondary education. One of the most...

How to File Your Taxes for Free and Maximize your Refund

Mar 11, 2022 | Resources

There is a lot of money that young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 are eligible for this tax year but you need to file your taxes to get this money $$$$$.  Step 1: Identify where you’re filing your taxes (IRS or getyourrefund.org) To file your taxes, first...

Working in Consortia to Support Students Experiencing Homelessness with ARP-HCY Funds

Mar 10, 2022 | ARP-HCY, Resources

The American Rescue Plan Act provided $800 million in funding specifically dedicated to support the identification, enrollment, and school participation of children and youth experiencing homelessness, including through wrap-around services. These funds are known as...

Allowable and Strategic Uses of American Rescue Plan – Homeless Children and Youth (ARP-HCY) Funds

Feb 28, 2022 | ARP-HCY, Resources

The American Rescue Plan Act provided $800 million in funding specifically dedicated to support the identification, enrollment, and school participation of children and youth experiencing homelessness, including through wrap-around services. These funds, known as...

Tax Credits

Feb 15, 2022 | Resources

This tax season, there are special rules for youth experiencing homelessness or from foster care that were achieved through the American Rescue Plan Act. Resources on this page include an online EITC calculator designed to help young adults understand what tax credits...