Every year, thousands of young adults age out of the foster care system with little to no support. Onwenu’s Oak Tree provides housing, mentorship, and essential life skills to help them transition into independent and successful futures.
Housing Support
Your gift provides safe, stable housing for young adults aging out of foster care, ensuring they have a place to call home.
Empower Futures
Mental Health Resources
We offer counseling, mentorship, and emotional support to help young adults navigate life’s challenges.
Career Development
Funds help cover job training, resume building, and skill development programs to support long-term employment.
Build Stability
Life Skills Training
Donations provide financial literacy, education support, and everyday skills needed for independence.
Onwenu’s Oak Tree is a five-year support program dedicated to helping young adults aging out of the foster care system build stable, independent lives. Without a safety net, many face homelessness, unemployment, and financial hardship—we provide the resources they need to break that cycle.
Our program offers safe housing, career development, mentorship, financial literacy, education assistance, and mental health support to ensure every participant has the tools to succeed. By providing continuous guidance over five years, we help young adults transition into stable careers, secure housing, and financial independence.
Through long-term support, we’re not just offering temporary relief—we’re creating lasting change.
Question: What is Onwenu’s Oak Tree?
Answer: Onwenu’s Oak Tree is a five-year support program designed to help young adults aging out of the foster care system. We provide housing, career development, mentorship, education assistance, financial literacy, mental health support, and more to ensure a stable and successful transition into adulthood.
Question: How does my donation help?
Answer: Your donation directly supports young adults by funding housing, job training, education, mentorship, and mental health resources. Every contribution helps create real opportunities for foster youth to build an independent future.
Question: Is my donation tax-deductible?
Answer: Yes, Onwenu’s Oak Tree is a registered nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax-deductible. You will receive a donation receipt for your records.
Question: Can I set up a recurring donation?
Answer: Absolutely! Monthly donations provide consistent support and allow us to plan for long-term resources. Even a small recurring gift helps sustain our programs and provide ongoing care for participants.
Question: Do you accept in-kind donations?
Answer: Yes! We accept professional clothing, school supplies, laptops, and other essentials that help our participants succeed in work and education. If you’re interested in donating items, please contact us for more details.
Question: Can I volunteer or become a mentor?
Answer: Yes! We are always looking for mentors, career coaches, and volunteers to help guide our participants. If you’re interested in making a direct impact, visit our mentorship page or contact us to get involved.
Question: How do I know my donation is making a difference?
Answer: We believe in full transparency and regularly update our donors with impact reports, success stories, and program updates. You can see firsthand how your generosity is changing lives.
Question: How do young adults qualify for Onwenu’s Oak Tree?
Answer: Our program is open to young adults aging out of the foster care system, typically between ages 18-22. We assess applicants based on their needs and commitment to personal growth and independence.
Question: What makes this program different from other foster care support programs?
Answer: Unlike many programs that provide short-term assistance, Onwenu’s Oak Tree is a structured five-year program. We focus on long-term stability, providing continuous housing, education, career development, financial literacy, and mentorship to ensure participants are fully prepared for independent adulthood.
Question: What happens after participants complete the five-year program?
Answer: Our goal is for participants to achieve full independence by the end of the five years. Many will transition into permanent housing, full-time careers, or successful businesses with the skills and confidence to thrive. Alumni will also have the option to stay connected through The Onwenu’s Oak Tree Network, offering lifelong mentorship and support.
Question: Can businesses or organizations partner with Onwenu’s Oak Tree?
Answer: Yes! We welcome partnerships with businesses and organizations that want to support employment opportunities, sponsorships, or funding programs for our participants. Contact us to explore partnership opportunities.
Question: How can I stay updated on Onwenu’s Oak Tree’s impact?
Answer: You can follow us on social media, subscribe to our newsletter, or check our website for updates, success stories, and program reports.
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