The Family You Choose
We exist to bridge the gap for youth aging out of foster care, ensuring no one transitions into adulthood without the resources and community needed to succeed.
Why we exist
Rooted Together provides housing, supportive services, and essential resources to foster youth, creating a lasting sense of family and belonging as they grow, heal, and thrive.
Where we're headed
A world where every foster youth transitions into adulthood with confidence, stability, and unwavering support, empowered by a nurturing community that feels like home and a future filled with opportunity, purpose, and hope.
Born from real gaps in real services
Rooted Together was established by the founder of OT2GO Innovation to Elevation Daily Living (I2E Living), an Independent Living Program (ILP) contracted with the Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) to provide housing and wraparound services for foster youth ages 18–21.
During the early stages of program implementation, OT2GO I2E Living identified significant gaps in services for youth transitioning out of foster care, including food and clothing insecurity, limited access to transportation, barriers to healthcare and mental health services, and a lack of support for educational and entrepreneurial opportunities.
In response, Rooted Together was created to address these unmet needs. We believe these young adults deserve the same level of support, stability, and opportunity as their peers with strong family systems.
- Rooted in direct-service experience with foster youth ages 18–21
- Grew out of an active ILP contracted with Alabama DHR
- Built specifically to close gaps in food, housing, healthcare & transportation
- Focused exclusively on youth aging out of the foster care system
Our Belief
No youth should transition into adulthood without the resources and community needed to succeed.
What we've already done
Real accomplishments on the ground, not projections.
Housing Rehabilitated
Rehabilitated a manufactured home in Tuscaloosa for after-care housing.
3 Cars Donated
Donated 3 cars to youth in after-care to support their independence.
Rental Assistance
Provided rental assistance for 5 youth navigating housing instability.
Transportation Support
Provided transportation to youth to help them reach work, school, and appointments.
Crisis Response
Delivered crisis response services when youth needed support most.
Employment Readiness
Assisted youth in building the skills and confidence to enter the workforce.
Measuring what matters
Community. Collaboration. Growth
Community
We build a nurturing network that feels like family, because every young person deserves one.
Collaboration
We partner with agencies, foundations, and communities to deliver coordinated, wraparound care.
Growth
We invest in each youth's long-term independence, not just a temporary fix.