Remove barriers to educational success
Remove barriers to success for homeless youth
The California Department of Education reports that In the 2023–24 academic year, over 210,000 students in California were identified as experiencing homelessness, accounting for approximately 3.6% of the state's public school enrollment.
Twenty five percent of homeless students experience chronic absenteeism which contributes to lower academic achievement.
Improve potential for at risk kids
Recidivism among juveniles has particularly damaging effects — both for the young people involved and for the broader goals of rehabilitation within the legal system. Unlike adult recidivism, which may focus on deterrence, juvenile recidivism undermines education, social development, and long-term career potential at a formative stage in life.
Grant Opportunity:
Breaking Barriers — Addressing Recidivism and Homelessness
Amount: Up to $50,000
Application Deadline: January 5, 2026
Goal: Support for programs in California that address the interconnected challenges of recidivism and homelessness as they impact young people’s educational success and career development.
This initiative reflects our commitment to creating equitable pathways for lifelong learning, personal growth, and economic mobility. By investing in programs that combine intervention, education, and supportive services, we seek support organizations that help individuals stabilize their lives and build the skills needed for meaningful employment and community reintegration.
Eligible applicants include California-based nonprofit organizations. Proposals should include measurable outcomes such as increased educational achievement, job readiness, sustained employment, reduced recidivism, and long-term housing stability.