Your Journey Begins Here
Unlock your road to independence by applying to the Keys to Independence program.
Our application process is simple, and our dedicated team is ready to guide you every step of the way.
Don’t wait any longer – start your journey today!
Before You Start
If you think you may have already applied to K2I, please check with us before starting a new application.
To verify application status, email [email protected]:
- Subject line: Check K2I application status
- Send this info: your name, your date of birth, your email address
Choose Your Application Path
Youth experiencing foster care:
To be eligible, you must be:
- 15-21 years of age
- Youth in out-of-home care or have reached permanency within the past 6 months
- Continuing in care under section 39.6251, or part of the PESS population
*Missouri Residents: Click Here to Apply
If you are a resident of Missouri, please use this link to access the application for the Missouri Keys to Independence program.
Youth experiencing homeless:
To be eligible, you must be:
- 16-24 years of age
- Youth experiencing homelessness
- Unaccompanied homeless youth as defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and verified by one of the following:
- School district’s liaison for homeless children and youth
- Director of an emergency shelter program funded by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development or their designee
- Director of a runaway or homeless youth basic center or transitional living program funded by the United States Department of Health and Human Services or their designee
- Continuum of care lead agency or its designee
McKinney-Vento Act Resources
Complete Your Application Below
Let’s begin your journey to independence together.
Apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future.
Apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future.