James Storehouse Incorporated

Transitional housing: when youth in foster care turn 18 years old, they are left to fend for themselves, often becoming homeless within weeks of their birthday. The james storehouse transitional home is a safe place to land in a beautiful, dignifying haven to call home for females who have aged out of foster care, ages 18-22 years old. This home not only gives youth stable housing, but it also provides a trauma-informed, nurturing environment, and mentorship from a live-in james storehouse staff member. With an extra crutch of support during these critical young adult years, these young people can thrive and transition successfully to complete independence of their own.

Transportation: reliable transportation is one of the biggest gaps in care for our teens and youth aging out of foster care. Youth often lack accessible transportation to get to and from work, school, and doctor appointments, creating major barriers for successful independence. The organization provides gently-used cars and bikes donated by generous community members at no cost for eligible aged-out youth. Before a vehicle is presented, we work with each youths social worker to ensure they are prepared for the responsibility of owning a vehicle and then we assist them with completing vehicle paperwork and car insurance of their own. With reliable transportation, youth are set up for success in their future schooling or career endeavors.

Back to school program: the james storehouse back to school program is a free shopping event for over 1,000 foster children and teens who are aging out that serves ventura and los angeles counties. The back to school event allows the children and teens to select new backpacks, shoes, school supplies, books, and hygiene products. Disney characters and marvel superheroes roam the event to entertain the children, teens and volunteers. Food and ice cream is provided for everyone.