Ready to Succeed is dedicated to helping young people previously in the foster care system navigate the full experience from college to career. Through a unique 4 year program, Ready to Succeed provides the resources, relationships and opportunities they need to thrive both personally and professionally.
Without family support or professional networks, even the most motivated students face steep challenges navigating the leap from college to adulthood. Success isn’t just about graduation—it’s about what comes next.
Only 4% of foster youth graduate from college
More than 50% are unemployed or underemployed at the age of 24
50% transition into adulthood without stable housing, financial stability or trusted adults
Foster youth are disproportionately represented in the criminal justice system, comprising nearly 15% of state inmates
Real Results. Lifelong Impact.
