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Federal Chafee Changes vs. Minnesota Reality: Are Foster Youth Getting What They Need?

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For years, young people aging out of foster care have told us the same story: they are expected to become independent adults overnight, often without stable housing, reliable income, or consistent adult support. Minnesota has made some important strides—extended foster care, Northstar payments, education vouchers, and youth advocacy organizations—but the lived reality for too many youth is still homelessness, interrupted education, legal and financial barriers, and parenting without support.

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April is Financial Literacy Month (Fostered/Adopted Youth Invited)

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Financial Literacy and Grant Program: The KARA financial literacy program is a place to learn, discuss and ask questions, find meaningful guidance and help teenagers and young adults start their financial journey off on the right path. Join our monthly peer group discussions about personal financial issues and real-world financial tools, seed funding, and problem-solving for each participant.