Georgia CREW (Cultivating the Rising Experienced Worker)

Program Overview

The Georgia Cultivating the Rising Experienced Worker (GA CREW) program provides valuable work readiness training and employment experiences for youth in Georgia’s foster care system.  

Our vision is for all youth in foster care to acquire employment training and develop life skills that will increase their likelihood of success in careers, self-sufficiency, and adulthood.

The mission of the GA CREW Program is to provide youth in foster care, between the ages of 14-21 years old, with a youth-friendly environment where they can engage in a series of employment preparation services such as:

  • Career education and training, mentorship, and one-on-one coaching workshops
  • Opportunities for career connections between youth and employment partners
  • Career experiences including apprenticeships, internships, job shadowing opportunities, and volunteer placements
  • State identification assistance

Youth interested in participating must apply online, here. All youth, regardless of previous participation, MUST apply via the online application. 

GA CREW 2026 Summer Program

The GA CREW Summer Program provides the opportunity for youth ages 15-17 years old currently in foster care in the state of Georgia to attend weekly workshops on career education and engage in career mentorship and one-on-one coaching.

Over the course of the summer program, participants will have the opportunity to receive a paid incentive for their participation in weekly sessions, enroll in the MATCH Savings Program, and obtain a State of Georgia ID. The goal is to help transition participants into successful, independent young adults by arming them with marketable skills and supportive mentoring.

Summer Program Participant requirements:

  • Must be between the ages of 15-17 years old by June 1, 2026 (and will not turn 18 years old prior to July 1, 2026)
  • Must be a youth currently in foster care within the state of Georgia
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, permanent resident, or have an employment authorization card
  • Must possess a valid State of Georgia photo ID
  • Must commit to the requirements and protocol for participation in the program

Registration period: March 2, 2026 - April 17, 2026

Apply now

For more information regarding this service please email [email protected].

Career Resource Connection

Services are offered to ages 14 and up

Connecting foster youth to potential employment opportunities

REQUIREMENTS

Youth must participate in the following skills training prior to resource connections

  • Resume building
  • Mock Interviews
  • Dress for success coaching
  • Effective communication

For additional questions or assistance, email [email protected].

State Identification Assistance

GA CREW will assist youth in foster care with obtaining a state identification (ID) card issued in accordance with federal and state “Secure ID” requirements to facilitate access to services, benefits, and opportunities to support their successful transition to adulthood. 

State requirements to obtain state identification: 

  • A. Within 90 days following the 14th birthday of the youth in care.
  • B. Within 90 days of a youth ages 14-17 entering foster care. 

To begin the state ID process, please click here. 

For additional questions or assistance, please email [email protected].

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency (GVRA) Resources

Parental Permission Form (to be filled out by parent/guardian/someone at DFCS)

More information on transition services: Transition Services