The Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) Initiative offers housing vouchers to young adults (ages 18-24) who are aging out of foster care. It helps them find stable housing while gaining access to case management, employment services, and life-skills training.
FYI ensures that youth do not become homeless after leaving care and gives them a strong foundation to build a successful life.
Eligibility Requirements
Youth at least 18 years and not more than 24 years of age (have not reached their 25th birthday) who left foster care, or will leave foster care within 90 days, in accordance with a transition plan described in Section 475(5)(H) of the Social Security Act, and are homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless at age 16 or older.
As required by statute, an FYI voucher issued to such a youth may only be used to provide housing assistance for the youth for a maximum of 36 months unless the youth meets the requirements to receive an extension of assistance under the Fostering Stable Housing Opportunities (FSHO) amendments.
For eligibility contact:
Department of Family Protective Services
Phone Contacts:
State Office (512) 929-6900
Texas Youth Hotline (800) 989-6884
