Building Futures at Rooted 242

At Rooted 242, we are committed to changing the narrative for aged-out foster youth in Central Missouri. With a staggering 65% of these young adults facing homelessness or incarceration, our Independent Living Apartments aim to provide more than just housing; we offer a foundation for a stable, self-sufficient future.

Our program focuses on teaching vital life skills such as budgeting and household management, allowing tenants to maintain their expenses at a reasonable and predictable cost. By providing a space they can call their own, possibly for the first time, we empower these young individuals to take charge of their lives and develop into independent, productive members of society.

Rooted 242’s Independent Living Apartments are not just buildings; they are stepping stones to independence, offering a supportive environment where former foster youth can thrive, free from the risk of homelessness or the criminal justice system. Join us as we work to combat these statistics and foster resilience and success among one of our community’s most vulnerable groups.