Mahogany House

About the Organization

Organization category

Public Charity

Country / State

United States / Missouri

Mission

Mahogany House’s mission is to provide safe transitional housing and life-skills training for at-risk, unaccompanied homeless students and youth aging out of foster care, empowering them to become independent, self-sufficient members of society.

Programs or services

1. Personal development and goal setting
2. Workforce development and job readiness training
3. College preparation and educational support
4. Vocational training opportunities
5. Interpersonal and communication skills development
6. Conflict resolution training
7. Financial literacy and money management
8. Community engagement and volunteerism
9. Independent living skills

Detailed programs

Housing Stability
Participants will achieve stable housing and develop the skills necessary to maintain independent living.

Educational Achievement
Mahogany House will support youth in completing their education and pursuing higher education or vocational training.
Employment and Workforce Readiness
Participants will gain employment skills and obtain sustainable employment.

Financial Literacy and Life Skills
Residents will develop the life skills necessary to live independently and manage personal finances.

Personal Development and Well-Being
Participants will develop increased confidence, decision-making skills, and personal stability.
Conflict Resolution
Participants will learn how to address disagreements between parties to reach a peaceful, workable solution while preserving relationships
Interpersonal Communication Skills
Participants will become adept to the abilities that enable effective communication, collaboration, and relationship-building with others in personal and professional settings

Target Audience

• Unaccompanied homeless students ages 15–18
• Youth ages 18–24 who have aged out of the foster care system

Geographic Focus

United States

Organization goals

Increased high school graduation rates among participants
• Increased enrollment in college or vocational training programs
• Employment placement for program participants
• Development of financial literacy and independent living skills
• Successful transition to stable housing after program completion
The organization will track participant progress through case management assessments, educational achievements, employment outcomes, and housing stability.

Leadership

Mahogany House is guided by an experienced, multidisciplinary leadership team with deep expertise in grant development, nonprofit management, communications, finance, and community engagement.

Cynthia Batts, President & Treasurer
Phyllis [Last Name], Vice President
Candice Price, Communications & Marketing
Marsha Persley-Allen, Secretary

Funding Needs

Grant categories you're seeking

BIPOC, Community and Economic Development, Homeless, Operating Support, Students, Youth and At-Risk Youth

Funding needs

seeking funding to acquire abandoned/distressed property to renovate/rehab for transitional housing use.

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