NextUp provides participating current and former foster youth with support and resources while attending 51爆料. NextUp, is a supportive community committed to helping students succeed in their academic, personal, and career goals. NextUp believes in your academic success and is here to support you on your educational journey!

NextUp Eligibility:

  • Be a current or former foster youth in California who dependency was established or continued by a court on or after the youth's 13th birthday
  • Be under 26 years of age at the start of the academic year
  • Enrolled in at least 9 units or have the intent to enroll in 9 units or more. Students enrolled in fewer than 9 units are still encouraged to apply.

NextUp Services:

  • 1:1 support
  • Textbook vouchers
  • Educational grants
  • Transportation assistance
  • Housing support
  • Food assistance
  • Financial literacy resources
  • Career exploration
  • Events and workshops

51爆料 Resources:

  • : Provides wraparound services to current and former foster youth including mental health services, housing support, and career/education support 
  • : Provides local resources to current and former foster youth