No foster youth should end up homeless. We invite you to join us in opening doors for these young adults. Together, we can transform foster youth futures.
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Rams’ PLAymakers
The RightWay Foundation was chosen by the Rams as one of their pLAymakers of the year. Thank you to the Rams for the love and vital support of $5,000!
Sip and Savor
In honor of Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, RightWay’s event highlighted the resilience and strength of the young men at RightWay. Their courage and insights into mental health issues left a big impact on everyone present.
2nd Annual Elevation Awards
Celebrating the incredible accomplishments of transition-age foster youth once again, at brunch! These young adults have defied the odds to create stable adult lives for themselves. The RightWay Foundation Elevation Awards honor these inspiring youth, each receiving $500 towards their bright future!
Foster care Awareness Month 2024
Foster Care Awareness Month is a reminder of the important needs of foster youth, and at RightWay, we stand as a beacon of hope and support. Through our programs, we aspire to create a world where all foster youth have the opportunity to be successful!
RightWay receives a $2 million gift as an awardee of the Yield Giving Open Call
The RightWay Foundation has been awarded a generous gift of $2 million to support its mission of assisting foster youth in Los Angeles to build sustaining adulthoods by The Yield Giving Open Call, a philanthropic initiative by MacKenzie Scott’s Yield Giving.
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Foster Care Is a Civil Rights Issue
RightWay joined CASA of Los Angeles in the Kingdom Day Parade to highlight foster care inequities, especially in South LA, where Black youth comprise 40% of the child welfare system. Urgent action is needed to address these disparities and ensure equitable opportunities for all foster youth.
Home For The Holidays 2023
An end-of-year holiday celebration was held by The RightWay team and their extended family at The Gathering Spot LA. To celebrate the year’s accomplishments. Foster youth shared their stories, highlighting the significant impact of our supporters. The event was filled with joy, delicious food, drinks, and a festive atmosphere!
The RightWay Foundation Elevation Award
Celebrating the incredible accomplishments of transition-age foster youth who have defied the odds to create stable adult lives for themselves. The RightWay Foundation’s first ever annual Elevation Awards honor these inspiring youth, each receiving $500 towards their bright future!
Operation Be The Boss Graduation
Operation Be The Boss a ten-week hands-on entrepreneurship program developed by RightWay and supported by Taji Torrilhon, trauma-informed business coach. The program teaches valuable skills for success and long-term sustainability. From innovation and funding to marketing and leadership. Congratulations to the graduates.
The RightWay Foundation receives CASA Reimagine Award
The RightWay Foundation, Butterfly’s Haven, and My Tribe Housing all received the Reimagine Award at the 11th annual Reimagine Gala held at The Beverly Hilton, Los Angeles. The event not only served as their largest fundraising effort of the year, but also as a means to recognize community partners who have supported children and families impacted by our country’s largest child welfare system.
LA Business Journal - Non Profit and Citizenships Awards
The Los Angeles Business Journal acknowledged the outstanding work of nonprofit organizations and businesses that support them.The RightWay Foundation received a nomination for an award and our CEO and Founder, Franco Vega, participated in a panel discussion on the Community of Business.
