The Need
Youth aging out of foster care often enter adulthood without stable housing, financial support, or guidance, leaving many vulnerable to serious life challenges.
400–450
youth age out of foster care in Iowa each year
20–30%
experience homelessness immediately after aging out
50%
do not finish high school or obtain a GED
70%
of girls become pregnant by age 21
1 in 2
young women aging out are at risk of substance abuse or dependency
In Iowa alone, hundreds of youth transition out of foster care each year without a permanent support system.
With Hope
At Open2Success, we are committed to changing these outcomes by providing young women with the tools, support, and resources they need to build independent and successful futures.
Power
Building confidence, self-worth, and leadership skills.
Through personalized plans, we support young women ages 18–24 as they transition into independence.
How We Help
We break the cycle of neglect, abuse, poverty and homelessness by focusing on 4 key areas:
Life
Providing safe housing and essential life skills.
Money
Teaching financial literacy and stability.
Let's Get Busy
Encouraging action, accountability, and goal-setting.
Your Support Changes Lives
Reaching One Girl At a Time.