The California Endowment Makes an Investment in Growth of Peace4Kids

One of the most prestigious foundations in the state has made a substantial grant to Peace4Kids. We are proud that The California Endowment has made a three-year grant totaling $457,160 to support the new Peace4Kids Emancipation Services Program (ESP).

The California Endowment and Peace4Kids had previously collaborated to plan this new program, which provides foster youth with personalized, one-to-one services and group programs that help them transition into adulthood. The Peace4Kids ESP enables current and former foster youth to better access physical and mental health services, as well as provide them with vocational counseling, transitional housing consultation, and general guidance regarding self-sufficiency. Such a comprehensive pre- and post-emancipation support does not exist for foster teenagers in South Los Angeles.

This is a huge step for Peace4Kids. We are proud that DeShawne Coleman became our first full-time Resource Specialist in October 2006. The grant enables Peace4Kids to hire two additional Resource Specialists, staff who will work directly with youth to help them realize their greatest hopes and dreams beyond mere survival on the streets.

But the grant is just a start, as it raises the bar for Peace4Kids. We must raise additional funds from individuals like you, with a goal of matching the grant we received. Every dollar raised helps build the dream of hundreds of foster youth. So thank you for your continued support of our mission!

Please take a moment and consider making a gift to Peace4Kids. Your tax-deductible contribution will help us work closer with foster and at-risk youth, and guide their journey into adulthood. It is the only way we will be able to expand and sustain our programs.