Supporting Foster Youth Since 1998

Since 1998, Haven of Hope has been dedicated to improving the lives of foster youth in California by providing compassionate support, safe housing, and opportunities for growth. For more than 25 years, our organization has evolved to meet the changing needs of young people in foster care while remaining committed to helping them build brighter futures.

Today, Haven of Hope proudly operates STAY (Supporting Transitional Age Youth), a Transitional Housing Placement Program for Non-Minor Dependents (THP-NMD) serving former foster youth, ages 18–20, in Santa Cruz County.

We recognize that the transition from foster care to adulthood can be one of the most challenging periods in a young person’s life. Many young adults leave foster care without the family support, financial resources, or life experience needed to navigate adulthood successfully. Our STAY program bridges that gap by providing safe and stable housing, individualized case management, independent living skills training, and ongoing support as participants work toward self-sufficiency.

Every participant receives personalized guidance based on their unique goals, strengths, and aspirations. Whether pursuing higher education, employment, vocational training, or other personal goals, our experienced staff work alongside each young adult to help them build the confidence, skills, and resources needed for long-term success.

At Haven of Hope, we believe every young adult deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our mission is to empower former foster youth to achieve independence, build meaningful lives, and become confident, successful members of their communities.

For more than two decades, our commitment has remained the same: providing hope, opportunity, and a pathway to a brighter future for young adults transitioning from foster care.