Who We Serve
At Sanctuary of Hope (SOH), we believe that hope starts with opportunity, stability, and a strong support system. We are dedicated to empowering transitional-age youth (TAY) from historically marginalized communities, ensuring they have the resources and guidance to build brighter futures.
- 100% of the young people we serve come from low-income households.
- Many have endured trauma, abuse, or neglect, shaping their resilience and need for support.
- 80% are first-generation college students, breaking cycles of systemic barriers.
- 98% identify as Black or Latinx, reflecting the communities we uplift.
- 55% have been impacted by the foster care or juvenile justice system, navigating multiple layers of adversity.
Our Impact
With comprehensive housing, education, employment, and mentorship programs, we are creating pathways to success and self-sufficiency:
- 100% of unaccompanied minors experiencing housing insecurity graduate high school, proving that stability fuels success.
- 100% of youth engaged in prevention and diversion juvenile justice programs do not recidivate, demonstrating improved behaviors that lead to long-term personal success.
- 95% of young people and their families report that family mediation and therapy strengthen their household resilience, helping them better navigate conflict and maintain stability.
- 90% of our youth achieve housing and education stability.
- 76% who receive housing or rental assistance secure permanent housing.83% increase their income through financial aid, benefits, or employment.
- The average GPA among our students has risen from 2.6 to 2.86, demonstrating academic growth.90% enroll in college or vocational programs, equipping themselves for lifelong success.
- Since 2012, 35% have earned a degree or certification, a testament to their perseverance.
- 95% have established permanent, caring adult connections, ensuring they are never alone on their journey.
The Urgency of Our Mission
Sanctuary of Hope is embedded in four key geographic locations with high concentrations of vulnerable youth. Our presence is more than just a service—it’s a commitment to ensuring no young person is abandoned, overlooked, or left without support.
Too often, youth experiencing homelessness, foster care instability, and systemic barriers fall through the cracks. Without timely intervention, they are at greater risk of chronic homelessness, unemployment, and cycles of poverty. That’s why SOH takes a prevention-first approach—addressing crises at the onset, equipping young people with tools for long-term stability, and fostering the next generation of leaders.
The reality of our communities:
- Unemployment rates among youth and young adults reach as high as 45%, creating financial hardship that leads to housing instability.
- South Los Angeles, Compton, the South Bay, and the Antelope Valley have some of the highest numbers of youth experiencing homelessness and foster care involvement in Los Angeles County.
- 23% of LA County’s homeless youth and young adult populations reside in South Los Angeles alone.
- 65% of South LA’s neighborhoods are classified as high-poverty areas, limiting access to opportunity and resources.
- Half of the population in these areas is under the age of 30, making youth-focused services critical.
Hope Starts Here. Change Starts With Us.
At Sanctuary of Hope, we believe every young person deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. By showing up, providing resources, and instilling leadership skills, we are not just resolving crises—we are preventing them. We are nurturing self-sufficiency, empowerment, and lifelong success.
We stand in the gap so that no young person has to navigate life’s challenges alone.