Give Kids Aging Out of the Foster Care System Money To Survive

Give Kids Aging Out of the Foster Care System Money To Survive

The Point

One of America’s most populous counties is piloting an income guarantee to young adults who age out of the foster care system, providing much-needed support for vulnerable youth transitioning into adulthood. Other cities and counties should follow Santa Clara County’s lead.

Local governments can ensure youth aging out of foster care have money for housing, food, and medical care by providing them with monthly direct-cash payments: Local officials can look to Santa Clara County as a roadmap for how to make this happen. Santa Clara is the first county in the country to provide unconditional, direct-cash payments […]

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