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Affordable Housing for Youth In Transition

Community Uplift Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is dedicated to breaking the cycle of housing insecurity for underserved populations especially youth aging out of foster care. This business plan outlines our Affordable Transitional Housing for Youth Project, which aims to provide safe, affordable, and supportive living environments for young adults transitioning to independence.

Our Mission

The mission of Community Uplift is to reverse the negative effects of inadequate housing by providing safe, affordable homes and comprehensive services that support independence and community revitalization. The vision is a community where all youth, regardless of their background, have equitable access to housing, resources, and opportunities that promote long-term success. The goal of this project is to empower foster youth aging out of care by providing transitional housing and holistic support for independence, education, and employment readiness.

Our Approach

Safe, Affordable Housing – Provide stable transitional homes with capped rent and supportive living environments.

Holistic Support Services – Offer mentorship, life skills, job training, mental health care, and transportation assistance.

Pathway to Independence – Equip youth with the tools, education, and resources they need to achieve stable housing, employment, and long-term success.

Did You Know?

In 2019, 5.6% of Michigan high school students reported being homeless in the past 30 days—equating to approximately 22,444 teens without stable housing statewide.

Among these, an alarming 37.8% had recently run away, been kicked out, or abandoned, meaning they were unaccompanied minors; at least 6,400 of them were under age 18.

Access to shelters is extremely limited only 711 unaccompanied minors were served by youth shelters in 2018, representing just 11% of the estimated unaccompanied homeless teens.

Educational Purposes

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