Resources

Iowa Youth Resources Website

The Iowa Youth Resources Website is designed to help you transition into adulthood by providing you with helpful videos and resources on topics such as employment, education, housing, medication, and more. Learn more...

Iowa Aftercare Services Network

The Iowa Aftercare Services Network (IASN) is available to help young adults who have experienced foster care move toward stability and self-sufficiency in five key areas: education, employment, housing, health and relationships. Learn more...

Iowa Homeless Youth Centers

Iowa Homeless Youth Centers (IHYC) works to eliminate homelessness among children, youth and young mothers in Polk County. We believe, with support and assistance, homeless individuals and families can live independently and attain self-sufficiency.Learn more...

YSS

YSS provides prevention, education, treatment, and residential services to children, youth, and families; to advocate on their behalf, and to help them solve problems, grow, and be self-sufficient, responsible, contributing members of society. Learn more...

Achieving Maximum Potential

AMP is a youth-driven, statewide group that seeks to unleash the full potential for personal growth among foster and adoptive children in Iowa. AMP offers leadership opportunities, service learning projects, speaking opportunities, and educational/vocational assistance. Learn more...

YourLifeIowa.Org

Your Life Iowa is funded by the Iowa Department of Public Health and is available to help you with behavioral health information and resources. You can chat with a live expert dedicated to the health of Iowans, get reliable information and treatment options, and find help near you. Learn more...

Foster Child and Youth Bill of Rights

Every child in foster care has the same rights belonging inherently to all children. The Iowa Foster Care Bill of Rights and Responsibilities was developed as a tool for self advocacy by children and youth, with the support of the Department of Human Services and mentoring from other youth advocates. Read the full Iowa Foster Child and Youth Bill of Rights...

Iowa College Aid

Financial resources are available to help youth invest in their futures! Free grants might be available if you are under the age of 24 and you fit one of these categories:

• You exited foster care at age 18 or within 30 days of turning 18

• You were adopted from foster care after the age of 16

• You exited the state training school at age 18 or within 30 days of turning age 18

A college education is one of the best investments you can make for yourself. Learn more...

Children's Bureau

The Children’s Bureau (CB) partners with federal, state, tribal and local agencies to improve the overall health and well-being of our nation’s children and families. Learn more...