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Foster Teen Internship
Program

Funding was cut — but you can keep this vital internship program alive. $10,240 will give four foster teens hands-on experience and a pathway to success.
Every dollar counts so donate now!

Latest update (10/15/2025):

Your compassion didn’t just meet the need—it exceeded it and our expectations! We have surpassed our goal! Thanks to the surplus of funds raised, we will now be able to extend our impact even further by funding a second City Relief internship cohort in Spring 2026 and launching an additional internship program in partnership with another organization that will serve youth with developmental and cognitive disabilities. These additional resources will also strengthen other vital youth programming that helps young people build confidence, independence, and a sense of purpose.

With grateful hearts, we will close this campaign on October 26, 2025. Your kindness will truly make a difference. Every dollar you give is helping young people feel seen, supported, and capable of creating their own future.

Help foster kids gain independence through this special program

Four Bergen County foster teens are at risk of aging out of care without the skills and confidence they need to thrive on their own. The City Relief Paid Internship gives them eight weeks of hands-on experience serving vulnerable neighbors in our community — while building practical life and job skills that set them up for long-term success.

 Unfortunately, funding for this program was cut just a few days ago. We need to raise $10,240 to provide stipends so these teens can participate fully, working 15–20 hours each week from October 28 through December 20.

 This isn’t just an internship — it’s a chance to transform futures. With your support, we can ensure these four young people gain the personal and professional development they need as they take steps toward independent living.