Whereas college is an exciting time in a young person’s life and marks the beginning of the higher education journey, the reality for students who were in foster care or experiencing homelessness is far from ideal.  Many are moving into dorms with little to no family and financial support, and do not have the means to create a place to call home. The purpose of the Dorm Kit Project is to remove this initial barrier. The Dorm Kit Project is an annual event in which dorm kits consisting of the most basic dorm items are provided to selected seniors in foster care or experiencing homelessness entering college dorms in the Fall. From bedding to bath towels to sanitizing wipes, the kit provides not only a starter pack, it offers security and a sense of warmth as they settle into their new home.

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