A vision of the planned community — building hope together.
More than a foundation. More than a place to pass through.
This is home.
This is home.
We are building a complete community where young people ages 16 to 27 can heal, learn, work, discover their purpose, and build independent lives.
The Lost Boys and Girls Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that helps young people ages 16 to 27 discover their future. We believe hope is a far stronger identity than hardship, and that every young person carries unique gifts, strengths, and potential simply waiting for the right environment to grow.
We create pathways to stability, belonging, and lifelong independence through safe housing, mentorship, education, career development, wellness support, life skills, and meaningful employment, all inside a caring community that believes in who each person can become.
Our long-term vision is a self-sustaining residential campus where young people find more than shelter. They find a place to learn life skills, build careers and community, and step into independent, purpose-driven lives. The campus will weave together housing, education, workforce training, wellness, agriculture, makerspaces, and social enterprises that create real opportunity while helping sustain the mission.
Every program rests on one belief: no young person should be defined by their circumstances. They should be known for their potential. Through compassionate support and strong partnerships, we help turn a difficult season into a foundation for a thriving future, where young people grow into leaders, mentors, innovators, entrepreneurs, and builders of stronger communities.
Every donation, partnership, volunteer, and supporter helps us move one step closer to building a place where every young person knows they belong.
No young person should be defined by their circumstances. They should be known for their potential.
A living, working community designed for healing and independence. Every brick, every tree, every classroom, and every garden begins with someone who believes it can exist.
Click any space to explore its vision board.
Safe, dignified housing and tiny-home communities where residents can rest and rebuild.
Explore the vision →Quiet green spaces, walking trails, and nature for grounding, reflection, and peace.
Explore the vision →Farms, orchards, hydroponics, aquaponics, and greenhouses that feed the community and teach real skills.
Explore the vision →Intensives for furniture restoration, building, and hands-on trades that lead to livelihoods.
Explore the vision →Technology labs, a library, and AI learning so every resident is ready for the future of work.
Explore the vision →Mental, emotional, and physical wellness support for whole-person healing.
Explore the vision →A commercial kitchen, dining hall, and community café that nourish and train.
Explore the vision →Art studios, music rooms, photography, and podcast studios to help young people find their voice.
Explore the vision →Community parks and outdoor spaces for celebration, connection, and belonging.
Explore the vision →Every phase brings the campus closer to life. These are placeholders — swap in your own renderings and photos anytime.
The earnings from Anika Fountain's books, the ITSURSTORY® series and beyond, go directly to the Lost Boys and Girls Foundation. Every copy sold is a brick, a meal, a bed, and a future for a young person who needs one.
Your donation is not just a number. It is a room, a meal, a skill, and a second chance. See what your gift can help create.
Helps provide meals
Helps furnish a room
Supports workforce training
Helps equip the Maker Space
Helps expand the farm and gardens
Helps build housing
A registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit — your gift is tax-deductible.
Secure online giving is coming soon. To donate now or become a founding partner, reach us at admin@dreamauthority.org.
For young people ages 16 to 27, through housing, healing, education, purpose, and opportunity.