Stepping Forward L.A.

06/03/2026

Welcome home, Lazae. 💙

As we head into summer, we’re celebrating more than a milestone; we’re celebrating stability, safety, and a new beginning.

Through our Housing Initiative Program, young adults transitioning out of foster care receive support as they build independent, brighter futures.

Because every young person deserves a safe place to live.

06/02/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Pride Month from Stepping Forward LA.

We are proud to be inclusive and welcoming - supporting and uplifting our LGBTQIA+ staff, interns, supporters, donors, volunteers, board and community.

With love and support from our SFLA staff to you. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

05/26/2026

As National Foster Care Awareness Month comes to a close, this week’s episode of Fostering Change highlights the power of collaboration, mentorship, and community.

Rob Scheer is joined by Beth Ryan, Stepping Forward L.A.'s Executive Director and Founder, and Jorie Das of to discuss how consistent support can help young people connected to foster care build stability, trust, and hope for the future.

Watch the full episode on the Comfort Cases YouTube channel or listen on all major podcast streaming platforms. 💙 💛

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zv4JnOuvT6M

As National Foster Care Awareness Month comes to a close, this episode of Fostering Change focuses on something deeply important: what happens when organizat...

05/22/2026

We are incredibly honored to introduce something very special to our organization and community: the Spencer Evans Legacy Award.

This scholarship was created in memory of Spencer Evans, an amazing young person who was part of our internship program and who left a lasting impact on many of us at Stepping Forward LA and everyone who met him. Spencer was the kind of person who showed up for others. He carried himself with kindness and humility and truly embodied the spirit of service and community.

The Spencer Evans Legacy Award will recognize young adults in our programs who go above and beyond in the same spirit that Spencer did. This scholarship honors young adults who lead with compassion, initiative, service, and heart.

The first two recipients of this award are:

Giselle Espinoza — Referred by Spencer, Giselle shared her experience using the Stepping Forward LA App during her interview and immediately volunteered to create a video we could share with one of our donors.

Jimmy Morales — Always willing to lend a hand, Jimmy consistently supports others and encourages friends and colleagues to participate in Stepping Forward LA programs.

05/20/2026

This National Foster Care Awareness Month, we’re creating space for encouragement, honesty, and community. 💙

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!
What advise would you give someone navigating adutlhood.

Maybe it’s something you wish someone told you.
Maybe it’s a lesson that helped you keep going.
Maybe it’s simply a reminder that they are not alone.

Leave your advice in the comments below; your words could make a real impact on someone navigating one of the hardest chapters of their life.

05/18/2026

We are continuing to uplift the voices of our young adults. 💙

We asked:
“What important skills has the Stepping Forward LA community taught you that you can use in your life?”

Our interns reflect resilience, personal growth, and a commitment to building brighter futures for themselves every day.

If you are interested in learning more, please visit our website at www.steppingforwardla.org

05/15/2026

A major win for foster youth pursuing higher education. 🎓

We are proud to celebrate the passing of a motion prioritizing housing support for current and former foster youth in college, expanding access to safe, stable, and affordable housing across

This is more than policy.

It is a step toward breaking the foster-care-to-homelessness pipeline and creating brighter futures for young adults across our community. 🏠

CommunityImpact HousingMatters EducationEquity

05/14/2026

Stepping into growth looks different for every young adult, but across all three of our 2025 internship cohorts, these 5 themes rose to the surface again and again. 🚀

From:
• Building stability
• Reclaiming confidence
• Learning through real-world experience
• Strengthening community
• Finding direction and purpose

Our interns overcame obstacles and life challenges, yet remained committed to themselves and the internship experience.

At Stepping Forward LA, we don’t wait for life to become “stable” before investing in young people.

We grow through it, together.

CareerDevelopment

05/12/2026

Happy Birthday, Dana! 🎉

We are so grateful to be on this journey with you. Your support, insight, and presence have truly meant so much to our team and Stepping Forward LA.

Wishing you a wonderful birthday filled with joy, appreciation, and all the happiness you bring to others. 🎂

05/11/2026

Stepping Forward LA is excited to be featured as Fabulous California Nonprofit of the Month! ✨

Check out this interview with our Executive Director & Founder, Beth Ryan, as she shares the inspiration behind SFLA, the organization’s goals for the rest of the year, and ways you can help support our mission and the young adults we serve.

Read the full feature here:
https://fabulouscalifornia.com/community/nonprofit-of-the-month-stepping-forward-la/