Federal Project Grant Award Summary

AYA Youth Collective received a $350,000 Project Grant from the Administration on Children, Youth and Families under the Transitional Living for Homeless Youth program (CFDA 93.550), awarded September 30, 2025, with completion targeted for September 29, 2028. The award funds the Transitional Living Program (TLP), which provides safe and stable residential shelter for runaway and homeless youth ages 16 to under 22 for up to 18 months (extendable to 21 months under exceptional circumstances). The program operates in Michigan and serves the Grand Rapids area through 3:11 Youth Housing Grand Rapids HQ.

The TLP delivers comprehensive supportive services designed to facilitate youth transition to self-sufficiency and stable, independent living. Services include basic life skills training, educational and employment attainment opportunities, case management, and counseling. The program measures success across four core outcome areas: safe and stable housing, education or employment, permanent connections, and social and emotional well-being. These integrated residential and wraparound services support homeless youth in establishing sustainable living conditions and achieving long-term independence.