Mentoring, Employment, Connection
for former foster youth
Mentoring
Through authentic relationships, mentors help them navigate obstacles
Employment
They work as artisans in a supportive environment that is trauma-informed
Connection
Our staff connects them with needed resources for their specific needs
They were set up for failure.
Over 50% of the homeless
population has spent time in the foster care system.
Over 60% of trafficking victims have foster care in their history.
Less than 3% of former foster youth graduate from college.
We understand they are navigating obstacles alone.
We have found that women who participate feel safe and can become who they want to be.
Impact in the Life of a Participant
OUR PROCESS
Through employment, we offer mentoring and connection to resources
Authentic relationships develop, and they receive the support they need
They gain the tools to become confident adults.
Can you imagine if your past trapped you into a future you didn’t want?
This is the case for most girls who age out of the system.
Hope + Vine offers these young women employment and community opportunities so they can break the cycle of trauma and become confident, thriving adults.
THE NEWEST ITEMS MADE BY THE ARTISANS
Hope + Vine
2006 S. Main St, suite 200
Wake Forest, NC 27587
919-263-0998
Monday - Thursday: 10a - 3p