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Independent Living Program Partners

Help Build Bright Futures. Uplift Your Community.

LIFE SKILLS & EMPLOYMENT

The Independent Living Program (ILP) connects community leaders with young people ages 16–21 through interactive skill-building workshops. Orangewood Foundation needs people with your expertise to help make a difference in Orange County!

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Leading Workshops for the Independent Living Program

Share your skills, grow your network, and expand your market while empowering young adults to build confidence and independence. As a partner, you’ll develop leadership skills, foster community growth, and position your business as a changemaker in Orange County’s future. 

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HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS

Teach communication skills for partners, roommates, and coworkers

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MENTAL HEALTH

Support well-being through coping tools and substance use education

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TAXES & CREDIT SCORES

Help young adults build financial literacy and credit responsibility

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CAR OWNERSHIP & REPAIRS

Guide participants on buying, leasing, and vehicle maintenance

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HOUSING & HOME REPAIRS

Educate on renting, home upkeep, and securing stable housing

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CREATIVE SKILLS

Offer workshops in music, art, and cooking for personal development

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CAREER EXPLORATION

Introduce both traditional and unconventional career opportunities

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PHYSICAL HEALTH

Promote wellness through movement, fitness, and active lifestyle workshops

Why Volunteer with ILP?

If your application is approved, we’ll help you move into a safe, affordable apartment owned by Orangewood Foundation. We’ll also help you cover bills while you look for a job.

Leading a ILP workshop can serve you in more ways than philanthropy alone. 

Professional Development

Sharpen your leadership skills through teamwork, problem-solving, and flexibility exercises — all while instructing a diverse audience. 

By empowering young people, you can stand out in your community as a social impact changemaker. 

Share your skills and unlock opportunities to expand your market as an organization, business, or entrepreneur. 

Make an Impact—Volunteer Today!

Share your skills, organization, or business to help young people build independence. Start by completing a volunteer profile and ILP interest form. Once approved, meet with our team to discuss your workshop, prepare materials, and create a hands-on, trauma-informed learning experience. 

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Donate today to help a young person start building their future.

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Resources For Young People

Need support? See which of our programs may be right for you.

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