Faith Of A Mustard Seed

Helping Young Adults Build Stable Futures

“If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, nothing will be impossible for you.”

Faith of a Mustard Seed INC supports young adults ages 18–24 aging out of foster care through housing assistance, guidance, and essential resources.

Our short-term, goal-based program provides ongoing support to help young adults achieve their goals and successfully transition into independent adulthood.

Who We Serve

Young adults ages 18–24 who are aging out of foster care and need support as they transition toward independent living.

Services We Offer

Housing Support
Education Support
Workforce Development
Case Management
Independent Living Skills
Health & Wellness Resources

Get to know us

About us

Faith of a Mustard Seed INC is a nonprofit organization supporting young adults aging out of foster care through housing assistance, guidance, and essential resources.

Our short-term, goal-based program provides ongoing support to help young adults ages 18–24 identify their goals, overcome barriers, and successfully transition into independent adulthood.

We believe that every young adult deserves access to a safe environment, meaningful opportunities, and someone willing to believe in their potential lasting independence.

Our Mission

To provide safe, stable, and supportive housing while connecting young adults aging out of foster care with the skills, resources, and opportunities needed to build independent and successful lives.

Our Vision

A community where every young adult leaving foster care has access to stable housing, meaningful opportunities, and the support needed to build a successful future.

Our Core Values

  • Safety

  • Respect

  • Accountability

  • Independence

  • Stability

  • Personal growth

  • Community

  • Dignity

  • Transitioning out of foster care can feel overwhelming, especially without stable housing or a strong support system. At Faith of a Mustard Seed, we provide more than a place to stay. We offer a structured and encouraging environment where young adults can develop life skills, pursue their goals, and prepare for long-term independence.

    Who We Serve

    Our housing program is designed for young adults who:

    • Are between the ages of [18 and 24]

    • Are aging out of or have recently exited foster care

    • Are experiencing housing instability or homelessness

    • Are able to live independently with limited supervision

    • Are willing to follow program and house guidelines

    • Are working, attending school, enrolled in training, or developing an employment plan

    What We Provide

    • Safe and furnished housing

    • Shared or private bedrooms

    • Utilities and Wi-Fi

    • Life-skills development

    • Education and employment support

    • Financial-literacy resources

    • Transportation assistance, if available

    • Connections to healthcare and counseling

    • Permanent-housing planning

    • A supportive community

    • Housing Navigation – Help finding safe and affordable housing options.

    • Housing Applications – Assistance completing applications and gathering required documents.

    • Rental Assistance Resources – Connecting participants with available rental assistance, vouchers, deposits, and community resources.

    • Life Skills – Budgeting, household management, tenant responsibilities, and maintaining a home.

    • Landlord Readiness – Support with understanding leases, communicating with landlords, and maintaining good rental history.

    • Emergency Housing Referrals – Connecting young adults to emergency and transitional housing when needed.

    • Independent Living Support – Continued case management and goal-setting after securing housing.

    • Community Resources – Connections to food assistance, transportation, employment, education, healthcare, and other supportive services.

    • College & University Assistance – Help identifying schools, programs, and educational opportunities.

    • College Applications – Support completing applications, essays, and required documentation.

    • FAFSA & Financial Aid Guidance – Assistance navigating financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

    • GED & High School Completion – Connections to programs that help participants complete their education.

    • Academic Support – Referrals to tutoring, mentoring, and other academic resources.

    • Career & Technical Education – Connecting participants with trade schools, certifications, apprenticeships, and workforce training.

    • Educational Goal Setting – Helping participants create realistic short- and long-term education plans.

    • Enrollment Support – Assistance with registration, deadlines, transcripts, and required documents.

    • Technology & Learning Resources – Connecting participants with computers, internet access, and other educational resources.

    • Ongoing Case Management – Helping participants stay on track and address barriers that may affect their educational progress.

    • Creating a personal budget

    • Opening a bank account

    • Understanding credit

    • Building credit responsibly

    • Saving for an apartment

    • Understanding taxes

    • Managing household expenses

    • Avoiding financial scams

    • Developing an emergency fund

    • Meal planning and cooking

    • Grocery shopping

    • Cleaning and home care

    • Time management

    • Communication skills

    • Conflict resolution

    • Personal organization

    • Scheduling appointments

    • Understanding leases

    • Tenant responsibilities

    • Healthcare referrals

    • Mental-health counseling referrals

    • Substance-use recovery referrals

    • Health-insurance enrollment assistance

    • Wellness education

    • Healthy relationship resources

    • Family-planning resources

    • Obtaining identification documents

    • Transportation planning

    • Driver’s education referrals

    • Applying for public benefits

    • Legal-resource referrals

    • Apartment-search assistance

    • Rental application preparation

    • Community-resource navigation

    • Developing stable income

    • Building savings

    • Improving credit

    • Creating a monthly housing budget

    • Understanding rental qualifications

    • Searching for permanent housing

    • Gathering move-in essentials

    • Establishing an aftercare support system

Let’s Talk About Your Future

Interested in learning more about our program?

Schedule an appointment with our team to learn about:

  • Program eligibility

  • Housing support

  • Education and employment services

  • Case management

  • Independent living skills

  • Transportation resources

  • Application process

  • Next steps

Our Process

Ready to take the next step? Complete the housing application below. A member of our team will review your information and contact you within 3 business days.

Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance or placement. Applications are reviewed based on eligibility, available space, the applicant’s needs, and whether the program can safely provide the appropriate level of support.

Connect

Schedule an appointment to learn about Faith of a Mustard Seed INC and our program.

Apply

Complete the application and provide the information needed for our team to review your eligibility and needs.

Meet

A member of our team will talk with you about your situation, goals, and support needs.

Create Your Plan

Together, we'll identify goals and develop a plan focused on your transition to independence.

Grow

Receive ongoing support, resources, referrals, and accountability as you work toward your goals.


Referral
Public Application