THE GRADUATION PROJECT
Graduating from high school is a milestone that deserves to be celebrated, and we believe every young person should have the opportunity to enjoy this special moment. Unfortunately, for many youth in foster care, the cost of graduation expenses can make participating in these once-in-a-lifetime experiences difficult.
Through The Graduation Project, YTIA helps remove those financial barriers by providing assistance with graduation essentials such as caps and gowns, announcements, class rings, invitations, senior photographs, and other items that help make graduation memorable. We may also be able to assist with prom-related expenses and other special requests on a case-by-case basis.
We encourage youth to first seek available funding through their Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) program. If PAL funds are unavailable or have been exhausted, YTIA is honored to serve as an additional resource. If you or a youth you know could benefit from assistance, simply ask your caseworker to contact us or complete the application using the link below. We would be honored to help celebrate this important achievement.
Through The Graduation Project, YTIA helps remove those financial barriers by providing assistance with graduation essentials such as caps and gowns, announcements, class rings, invitations, senior photographs, and other items that help make graduation memorable. We may also be able to assist with prom-related expenses and other special requests on a case-by-case basis.
We encourage youth to first seek available funding through their Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) program. If PAL funds are unavailable or have been exhausted, YTIA is honored to serve as an additional resource. If you or a youth you know could benefit from assistance, simply ask your caseworker to contact us or complete the application using the link below. We would be honored to help celebrate this important achievement.
Each year, YTIA is pleased to offer assistance to youths desiring to graduate in the form of cap and gown, ring, invitations, etc. Typically, a request will come from a youth's caseworker but it can also come from the youth. A request for assistance can be sent to [email protected], by sending a Contact through this website (www.ytia.org), or by completing THE GRADUATION PROJECT APPLICATION and mailing it to us at Post Office Box 29256, San Antonio, Texas 78229. As a general rule, the youth should attempt to obtain assistance from his/her PAL worker first but YTIA is always available as an additional resource.
YTIA Programs
Preparing for adulthood takes more than turning 18—it takes guidance, support, and opportunity. Through the Youth Transition Initiative Academy (YTIA), we provide workshops, special events, volunteer opportunities, and support services that help youth transitioning from foster care build the skills and confidence needed for a successful future. Learn more about our programs and how we're empowering the next generation. |
YTIA Workshops
Our interactive workshops are designed to prepare youth transitioning from foster care with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed in adulthood. Covering topics such as life skills, financial literacy, career readiness, leadership, health and wellness, and personal development, each workshop provides practical tools that empower youth to navigate their future with confidence. |