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RESOURCES

– for transition-aged youth –

Each year, Winston Rhea is able to take on 2-3 new scholars, but we know the need for support is greater.

 

If you grew up in the foster care system and are looking for help, we hope the resources below offer a place to start.

 

If you have any questions or we can be of assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to us!

– get the help you need –

State-by-State Resources

Each state should have services to assist young adults aging out of foster care, most up until the age of 21 years old. In Louisiana, the Department of Family and Children Services (DCFS) has the Extended Foster Care (EFC) Program.

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Foster Greatness is a national nonprofit that aims to empower foster youth to develop their future through community and career readiness.

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Foster Club is a community of current and former foster youth from across the country that want you to know that you are not alone, resources and community are here to support you, and help you through this transition. They have a wonderful app you can download to your phone to make it easier than ever to get support.

Logo for Federal Student Aid – An Office of the U.S. Department of Education

If you need assistance navigating and filling out your FAFSA or getting started with the college application process, please reach out to us! Even if you are not a Winston Rhea Scholar, we want to help you on the path to educational success, free of charge to you! 

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Chaffee Funds is a federal program that was created in 1998 to assist young adults who aged out of foster care with funding to attend college.

 

There is a lot of confusion about Chaffee Funds and how to access them. Please email us with any questions or ways we can support, you can learn more below.

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(504) 517-6047

P.O. Box 850601, New Orleans, LA 70185

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