TEXAS (February 20, 2025) —
Expanding Support for Opportunity Youth and Young Adults in Texas
CHILDREN AT RISK (C@R) is excited to announce we have received a $200,000 grant from the Trellis Foundation to strengthen our advocacy initiatives supporting Opportunity Youth and Young Adults (OYYA) across Texas.
This critical funding will power our efforts to improve outcomes for young Texans aged 16-24 who are disconnected from both education and meaningful employment opportunities.
Powering Change During the 89th Legislative Session
With the Trellis Foundation’s support, our team will:
- Advocate for systemic policy changes benefiting OYYA during the 89th Legislative Session
- Disseminate critical data to inform decision-makers
- Build consensus among stakeholders
- Engage communities directly affected by these issues
- Develop a collaborative strategy for the 2026 Sunset Review
“We are deeply grateful to the Trellis Foundation for their support of our mission,” said Dr. Bob Sanborn, president and CEO of CHILDREN AT RISK. “This funding will be used to advocate for policies that improve the lives of Opportunity Youth.”
A Shared Vision for Texas Youth
The partnership between CHILDREN AT RISK and the Trellis Foundation represents a shared commitment to ensuring all young Texans have pathways to success.
“Ensuring a talent-strong Texas requires that we support a no-wrong-door approach to education, training, and workforce preparation – particularly for students who have stopped out of our formal education systems,” said Kristin Boyer, president and CEO of Trellis Foundation. “Trellis Foundation is proud to support this vital work and looks forward to seeing the positive impact of CHILDREN AT RISK’s advocacy on the lives of Opportunity Youth and Young Adults across Texas.”
Get Involved
Together, we can create meaningful change for disconnected youth in Texas. To learn more about our advocacy work for Opportunity Youth and Young Adults or to support our mission: