Orangewood Foundation

2,000 young people supported every year. 2,000 lives changed forever.

Programs & Services for Young People

Are you experiencing homelessness in Orange County? Are you in foster care, or were you formerly in foster care? Do you need groceries, counseling, or a place to rest? We can help.

BASIC NEEDS & SUPPORT

Hot meals, showers, laundry, and counseling at our drop-in center

EDUCATION

Scholarships, funding, and support for high school and beyond

LIFE SKILLS & EMPLOYMENT

Workshops and peer groups for building independent life skills

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING & SUPPORT

Safe housing, referrals, and funding for young people

What is Orangewood Foundation?

We support young people in Orange County as they prepare for adulthood and independence.

Who Does Orangewood Foundation Serve?

Young People Transitioning from Foster Care

Our services are designed for young people who are either currently or formerly involved with foster care.

Young People Experiencing Homelessness

We offer emergency and transitional housing support for young people experiencing homelessness in Orange County.

Students Needing Innovative Support

Young people use our scholarships, workshops, and specialized programs to build skills for their futures.

Survivors & Young People at Risk of Human Trafficking

Young people who are in trafficking situations, looking to leave the life, or are at risk of exploitation get safe support with us.

Here’s How We Supported Young People

1,183

young people visited the Orangewood Resource Center

9,834

hot meals were served

325

young adults received scholarships to pursue their educational goals

416

young people found stable housing – 25 survivors of trafficking

Read Their Stories & Inspire a Better Future

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I used to feel unworthy of love or care. Mo and Lisa in the Orangewood Resource Center changed that for me. Orangewood Foundation is my home, and the staff are my family. This program literally changed my life. I have no words to explain how grateful I am.

Angel • Young Person

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Orangewood welcomed me with open arms and they’ve always been supportive and helpful. They aren’t afraid to push me in the right direction, and I’m grateful.

Luz • Young Person

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Receiving the scholarship was a testament that people believed in me when I didn’t believe in myself.

Orlando • Advanced Studies Scholarship Recipient

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I’ve been working hard to build a better life for myself. In just a month, I worked with the Orangewood Foundation team to get my California ID, permit, and driver’s license. Now I can drive to work and school, which makes my day a lot easier. Balancing work and school is tough, but I’m determined to make it.