Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative

Purpose		The Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative is a national foundation whose mission is to help youth in foster care make successful transitions to adulthood.
Goals		Expand access to opportunities in employment, education, housing, and health care for youth in foster care. Expand significantly the capacity of private and public organizations and communities to support these young people. Involve young people themselves in making important decisions required for a successful national effort. Create opportunities for community engagement and encourage young people to help others. Provide links to personal networks of caring adults and other young people. Transform the way communities view their responsibility to youth in foster care.
Target Population		Ages 16 to 18
Chair person(s)		Ann Jefferson Rita Powell Lynn Tiede
Description		www.jimcaseyyouth.org