Young adults who were in the foster care system and are students in a local college or university.

To support every participant in finishing their college degree

• The University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas A&M University – San Antonio, or Alamo Colleges must refer each young adult to this program.
• Young adults are:
  • Placed in a fully furnished two-bedroom apartment
  • Located near the college they are attending
  • Rooming with another participant going to the same school

All participants are required to maintain a 2.5 GPA every semester.

• THRU Project Housing Resource Coordinators will meet with each participant every month and discuss their progress with the college advisor assigned to them.
• Housing Resource Coordinators will ensure every apartment is clean, provide case management services to assist with any need they may have, and work on their college and career goals.

• The program costs THRU Project $18,000/year for rent per participant plus the cost of furniture, household essentials, and case management.
• This program is funded through grants and private donations.