Reciprocity Foundation

Revolutionize the opportunities available to homeless youth.

Overview

More than eighty percent of homeless youth cannot find sustainable living and employment after leaving the shelter systemmany returns to the street abusive family situations or accept heavy government subsidies. The Reciprocity Foundation bridges homeless youth and the corporate sector educational institutions and creative professionals. Built on the belief that homeless youth are an untapped source of creativity with tremendous unrealized potential relevant to the fast growth Creativity Economy (e.g. design media marketing public relations and fashion industries) The Reciprocity Foundation aims to build a national network of programs to enable homeless youth to enroll in college secure hands on work experiences and build a professional network in their fields of interest.