About
About Wings To Stand
Wings To Stand is a life-skills, readiness, and mentorship program designed for youth ages 12–18 preparing for adulthood and young adults 18–24 who have aged out but still need support.
Our mission is to empower youth transitioning out of the foster care system by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to thrive independently in adulthood.
We understand the unique challenges youth face as they move from care into independence, which is why we provide long-term, consistent support that follows them through preparation, transition, and the early stages of adult life.
What We Teach
- Our curriculum focuses on real-world skills that build independence:
- Financial Literacy & Credit Education
- Culinary & Cooking Skills
- Workforce & Job Readiness
- Mental Health & Emotional Wellness
- Independent Living Skills
- Housing Readiness & Apartment Preparation
- Health, Nutrition, & Fitness
- College & Career Guidance
- Educational Support & Self-Advocacy
- Creative & Personal Development
- Mentorship & Life Navigation Support
- Flexible Program Models
How Our Programs Work:
Year-Round Program
8–12 week cycles during the school year
On-site or off-site sessions, 1–2 times per week
Youth rotate through core skill modules
Collaboration with caseworkers for individualized readiness plans
Monthly progress updates available
After-School Program
Runs 2–3 days per week between 4:30–6:00 PM
Offers tutoring, soft skills, enrichment, and mentorship
Can be held at your location or in our program space
Ideal for youth who thrive with structure and daily consistency
Summer Program
Full or half-day programming for 4–6 week themed terms
Focus areas include Money Matters, Culinary Week, Workforce Bootcamp, and Independent Living
Includes labs, field trips, guest instructors, and hands-on practice
Youth complete the program with certificates and documented achievements
Our Educator Team
Wings To Stand is powered by a dedicated team of vetted professionals, including:
Licensed teachers with bachelor’s and master’s degrees
Financial literacy educators and credit specialists
Culinary educators with hands-on experience
Mentors, youth advocates, and life-skills coaches
Each educator is chosen for their expertise, passion, and commitment to supporting youth in care.
A Forever Home Model
What makes Wings To Stand unique is our lifelong commitment.
We do not stop supporting youth when they age out — we remain their forever home.
Whether they need help with housing, employment, budgeting, emotional support, resume building, or life navigation, youth can always return to us. Our mission is to give them a place of stability, belonging, and continuous support during one of the most critical transitions of their lives.
Latara Wyche
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