Creating Pathways Home
United Way
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Greater Twin Cities United Way launched Pathways Home in 2023 to prevent homelessness among young people in transition, helping them build stable lives. This approach was rooted in the community challenge that, despite understanding the risk factors contributing to homelessness, existing support systems often respond only after a crisis.
Pathways Home supports nonprofits working to prevent homelessness for foster youth and adults transitioning from incarceration. This initiative builds on the success of previous programs, tackling complex system gaps requiring deep mobilization.
The first phase, launched in summer 2023, supports a cohort of 11 organizations over 18 months. These organizations collaborate to provide coordinated services, taking a collective action approach. Pathways Home ensures young people transitioning out of foster care or incarceration receive seamless support.
The initiative expands access to trauma-sensitive and diverse-responsive supports, improving health and opening opportunities for employment and education. Partners provide services such as family reconnection, mental health support, and culturally relevant food and coach young adults in skills development and employment.
United Way granted $1.2 million to 11 nonprofit organizations serving youth exiting foster care or transitioning from incarceration. The initiative includes training and peer-to-peer learning in a Community of Practice. Leading corporate supporters include 3M, Securian Financial, and Wells Fargo.
United Way is providing new resources and support systems to prevent homelessness for those most at risk.
Writer: Rachel Perry
Founder and Board Chairman of Priceless Dreams
3 周Great work! This is a critical issue that needs attention. Addressing the root csuse will help minimize the issue. Thank you sharing the info.
Senior Social Impact Leader | Wells Fargo | Opinions are my own.
3 周Thank you to Greater Twin Cities United Way for creating the Pathways Home program that is responding to the immediate needs of youth exiting foster care and adults transitioning from incarceration. Working in partnership with key government, nonprofit, and corporate entities this program is helping connect individuals to the resources they need to succeed and thrive.
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3 周This is fabulous and much needed. I’d like to connect with someone as soon as possible! Can one please reach out to me at your convenience?
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3 周Great job.