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We're excited to meet you! More than half our staff are former foster youth, many of us have participated in JIT’s services. We understand first-hand the challenges that each of us face on our path to self-sufficiency. And we are proof that having essential resources and consistent relationships with caring adults can have a lasting positive impact. Reliable, Responsive Real– JIT peers, coaches and staff share a common commitment to empowering you. Welcome to YOUR new community.

Leveraging Strengths for Professional Success

Michael loves people and networking, so when Pathways to Financial Power appeared on his radar, he was excited to join. “I’m a business and accounting major, so I know the math side, but Pathways...

Mastering Doubt

YOUTH STORIES
Entering foster care at the age of twelve, Ana experienced seven different placements in three years. “I always remember sitting in foster homes thinking, ‘When I get out of here and have control...

A Path To Wellness

In 2022, when Kory left Pittsburgh for San Diego, he was leaving behind more than his hometown; he was leaving behind a dark period of uncertainty and betting on a better life. Having survived...

Mind Over Money

When Monique joined Financial Fitness, she knew her relationship with money “wasn’t great.” Her bank account reflected this - bouncing up and down with her mood swings. “If I had a lump sum of cash...

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Fostering the Future Offers Limited Vision of Support

Fostering the Future Offers Limited Vision of Support

Nov 22, 2025 | IN THE NEWS, UNCATEGORIZED

The new executive order aimed at helping Transition Age Foster Youth is limited in scope.

Just in Time for Foster Youth on KUSI for World Mental Health Day

Just in Time for Foster Youth on KUSI for World Mental Health Day

Nov 10, 2025 | IN THE NEWS

Just in Time Talks Mental Health and Foster CareJust in Time Director of Mental Wellness, Dr. Jill Ault, visited the KUSI studio in October to raise awareness on World Mental Health Day. While...

Just in Time CEO Talks Mental Health on KUSI

Just in Time CEO Talks Mental Health on KUSI

Nov 10, 2025 | IN THE NEWS

JIT CEO Don Wells Talks Mental Health on KUSIJust in Time for Foster Youth CEO, Don Wells, recently visiting the KUSI studio to talk about mental health. For young people impacted by foster care,...

Changing Lanes Participant M’Niya on ABC 10

Changing Lanes Participant M’Niya on ABC 10

May 29, 2025 | IN THE NEWS

Changing Lanes Participant M'Niya on ABC M’Niya entered foster care at 13, spending her teenage years at a group home before aging out at 18. Recognizing college as a clear path to a brighter...

My First Home Featured on CBS8

My First Home Featured on CBS8

Mar 10, 2025 | IN THE NEWS

My First Home Featured on CBS 8 Zeveley ZoneRecently, CBS 8’s Jeff Zeveley dropped by the My First Home distribution center to follow JIT participant Gia on her shopping day. For many former foster...

Nyla and Lucia Inform CBS8

Nyla and Lucia Inform CBS8

Jan 30, 2025 | IN THE NEWS

Just in Time participant Nyla Vivas and her My Life My Story Mentor Lucia Ahn discuss their powerful bond in a meaningful interview on CBS8. Watch NEWS STORy Below

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From Paycheck to Prosperity: Cherice’s Story
December 4, 2025
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From Surviving to Thriving: Daniel’s Story
December 4, 2025
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License to Succeed : M’Niya’s Story
December 4, 2025
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IN THE NEWS

Just in Time CEO Talks Mental Health on KUSI November 10, 2025 IN THE NEWS
Changing Lanes Participant M’Niya on ABC 10 May 29, 2025 IN THE NEWS
My First Home Featured on CBS8 March 10, 2025 IN THE NEWS

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