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Wings To Stand Youth Program

Helping youth ages 12-14build the skills, confidence, and suppourt to thrive independently.

Life-skills, mentorship, readiness, and long-term support for school-age youth and foster-connected young adults.

Our Mission

Wings To Stand equips youth with the skills, relationships, and opportunities they need to thrive. We focus on school-age youth and foster-connected young adults (ages 12–24), providing practical life skills, education and career support, and whole-person wellness through caring mentorship.

Programs

Life Skills

• Financial basics, housing, daily living
• Healthy relationships & self-advocacy

Education & Career

• Tutoring, GED/college navigation
• Career exploration & job readiness

Wellness & Mentorship

• Mental health, resilience, belonging
• One-to-one and group mentoring

Programs Overview

Financial Literacy & Credit Education

Workforce & Job Readiness

Independent Living Skills

Culinary & Life Skills

Mental Health & Emotional Wellness

Health, Nutrition & Fitness

College & Career Guidance

Educational Support & Self-Advocacy

Creative & Personal Development

Mentorship & Life Navigation Support

Who We Serve

Youth ages 12–24, especially those with foster care experience and those preparing to age out of care. We create safe, consistent spaces where young people build confidence, skills, and supportive connections that last.

Program Formats

Year-Round Program (8–12 weeks)

After-School Program (2–3 days per week)

Summer Program (4–6 weeks)

Stand With Youth Today!

Your support fuels life-changing skills, mentorship, and opportunities.