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Our Mission

To create a safe and affirming community where youth in foster care thrive and form lasting connections

Peace4Kids is a grassroots, non-profit organization serving youth in foster care. For decades, our "Community as Family" has provided consistency, stability, and trust to people of all ages.

The Work in Practice

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Our Programs

Peace4Kids embraces and uplifts every young person's potential. Our programs are designed with a commitment to providing tailored support, leadership, and transformative experiences. Our mission stretches beyond conventional approaches. We strive to...
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ROCMove | Research

ROCMove = Revolution of Care Movement Transforming foster care by changing the media landscape. ROCMove was initiated by alumni of Peace4Kids: where generations of people who have navigated foster care and life...
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Heart Centered Justice

A unique training course mitigating chronic adversity for youth through justice, equity, and connection. Adversity in childhood is common. Every child likely experiences family, societal, and community events that may have negative impact....
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Our Programs

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Saturday Core Program

Our Saturday Program is the main entry point into the P4K's community. Youth and teens in foster care, ages 4-19: Develop new friendships Connect with siblings they're separated from Engage in group...
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THRIVE Program

Transformational Healing. Responsible Independence. Visionary Exploration. Through THRIVE, youth and young adults (ages 16–26) have the choice to attend group gatherings, build leadership skills, or receive 1:1 coaching support around requested topics....
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Leadership + Advocacy

For over a decade, current and former youth in foster care in our Leadership Program have led self-advocacy efforts, implemented large-scale projects, and inspired others to advocate for themselves, inform others, and...
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Video Stories from Our Community

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Jaronna: Transformation and paying it forward

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Identity + belonging: A path to personal fulfillment

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Jhamasa: Discovering strengths and living in truth

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Through the Years: 1998-2026

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Our 4 Core Concepts

Also known as the "PERCs" of Peace4Kids, our 4 Core Concepts have guided us since 2000 and continue to inspire self-confidence, self-reflection and awareness.  Personal Responsibility: We shape our destinies in a purposeful...
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Heart-Centered Connectors

In 2022 we launched our Heart-Centered Connectors Program. Over 30 community members have been certified through a partnership with Dr. Niki Elliot. Together, we designed a program focused on self-regulation techniques and training...
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Healthy Meals in South LA

In a turbulent childhood, the kitchen represents the heart of the home. We opened The Mobile Village Kitchen [dubbed "The MVK"] in 2015, an original concept developed over five years by Peace4Kids' youth....
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