Branching out to brighter futures
Onwenu’s Oak Tree supports young adults aging out of foster care with housing, mentorship, and career development, ensuring they have the foundation to succeed.
Impact & Why It Matters
Every year, thousands of young adults age out of foster care without the support they need to succeed. Many face homelessness, unemployment, and incarceration simply because they were never given a stable foundation. Here’s the reality:
The Reality of Aging Out
- 50% of the homeless population has a foster care history.
- 80% of incarcerated individuals have been in the foster care system.
- Only 3% of foster youth graduate from college.
- More than 18,000 young adults age out of foster care each year without support.
Without a safety net, these young adults are left to navigate life alone. Onwenu’s Oak Tree is here to change that.
How we help
For many young adults aging out of foster care, the transition to adulthood comes without a safety net. Without stable housing, career guidance, or emotional support, many struggle with homelessness, unemployment, or mental health challenges. Onwenu’s Oak Tree provides the critical resources they need to build a secure and successful future.Through housing, mentorship, career development, and mental health support, we help young adults gain independence and confidence as they enter adulthood.
Housing Support
Provides safe, stable housing to prevent homelessness and give young adults a secure foundation as they transition into independence.
Mental Health &Wellness
Offers free therapy, group support, and wellness programs to help young adults heal from past trauma and build emotional resilience.
Continuing Education
Helps young adults access scholarships, college applications, trade schools, and career certification programs for long-term success.
Join the Onwenu's Oak Tree Network
Every young adult deserves a strong support system, but for many aging out of foster care, that safety net doesn’t exist. The Onwenu’s Oak Tree Network is designed to change that by connecting caring mentors with young adults who need guidance, encouragement, and real-world advice as they transition into independence.
As a mentor, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact by offering career advice, life skills coaching, and emotional support. Whether it’s helping with job applications, financial planning, or simply being someone they can turn to, your guidance can shape a brighter future for a young adult who might otherwise face these challenges alone.
You don’t need to be an expert—just someone who cares. By committing just a little time, you can help provide stability, confidence, and hope for a young person working to build a better future.
Become a Mentor Today!
"Before Onwenu’s Oak Tree, I had no stable housing, no guidance, and no idea how to move forward. They gave me a place to stay, a mentor, and the support I needed to build my future. Now, I have a steady job, my own apartment, and confidence in what’s ahead."
Kevin Griese, 24
Housing Support & Transportation
Provides safe, stable housing to prevent homelessness while offering transportation assistance, including public transit support, driver’s license programs, and vehicle funding.
Mentorship
Pairs young adults with long-term mentors who provide career guidance, life skills coaching, and professional connections to support their journey to independence.
Mental Health & Wellness
Offers free therapy, group support, and wellness programs to help participants heal from past trauma, manage stress, and develop emotional resilience.
Financial Literacy & Independence
Teaches essential financial skills, including budgeting, saving, credit building, and long-term financial planning to promote self-sufficiency.
Continuing Education
Assists participants in accessing scholarships, college applications, trade schools, and career certification programs to open doors for long-term success.
Legal Assistance
Connects young adults with low-cost or pro bono legal aid for housing, employment, and other essential needs, ensuring they have the support to navigate legal challenges.
Substance Abuse Prevention
Provides access to counseling, rehabilitation programs, and sober living support for those struggling with substance use.
Spiritual & Cultural Enrichment
Offers faith-based and cultural identity support, helping participants find strength in their beliefs and personal heritage as they build their future.
“The power of youth is the common wealth for the entire world. The faces of young people are the faces of our past, our present, and our future.”
— Kailash Satyarthi
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