What We Do

Consistent Presence, Lasting Impact

ECP believes real change takes time, so we prioritize long-term relationships over quick results. We center emotional and behavioral health, knowing that when young women are supported mentally and emotionally, they are better equipped to manage resources and sustain long-term stability. As participants move into young adulthood, our focus shifts to practical independence—stable housing, employment, financial literacy, and consistent access to basic needs.

  • We empower, educate, and coach young women impacted by foster care or family instability to utilize life skills and community resources to support their ability to sustain an independent lifestyle.

  • We carry out this work through our dedicated staff and volunteer mentors. We provide group mentoring in high schools across King and Pierce Counties, offer one-on-one mentoring for young women, and host annual engagement events that connect us with the broader foster care community—including young women, foster parents, and community partners.

  • For over a decade, Eileen & Callie’s Place has partnered with community organizations, elected officials, school districts, foster care programs, and more. Our model is unique: rather than directly providing every service, we focus on system navigation—helping young women access the resources they need across our region. We are deeply rooted in the community and stay closely connected to opportunities that support the young women we serve.

CORE VALUES

COMPASSION

Tenderhearted at every point of connection.

DILIGENCE

Forgiving and faithful on the journey with our girls.

FAITH

We believe beyond what we see happening in their current story.

LOVE

Our actions demonstrate our care without expectations in return.

PATIENCE

Our purpose is to persevere without discontent.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • ECP supports young women impacted by the foster care system, homelessness, kinship care, and related housing or placement instability. If you are a young woman—or identify as a young woman—from high school through age 24, we are here for you. Click the link below to start a mentee application, and our Program Manager, Ameeca Akram, will connect with you.

    • Develops a trusting relationship with the mentee,

    • Creates a safe learning environment,

    • Facilitates the mentee’s growth by sharing resources,

    • Coaches the mentee on particular skills,

    • Focuses on the mentee’s total development, and

    • Challenges the mentee to move beyond her comfort zone.

  • We ask every mentor to commit to consistency, honesty, and transparency. Our team will work with you to pair you with a mentee whose needs and goals align with your availability and interests, helping ensure a strong and meaningful match.

  • Eileen & Callie’s Place is a faith-based 501(c)(3) organization. We ask all mentors to be in agreement with our mission and vision and to approach mentoring with love, consistency, and commitment. Mentor applicants are expected to review and abide by our Mentor Program Policy. All applicants complete an application, background check, and interview prior to acceptance into the program.

  • Eileen & Callie’s Place is a 501(c)(3) faith-based organization committed to empowering, educating, and coaching young women who have aged out of foster care. We believe these young women deserve genuine relationships with mentors who truly care about their well-being and future. Our hope-filled approach is reflected in Jeremiah 29:11: “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

    We do not require mentors or mentees to share the same personal beliefs. However, we ask everyone to understand that faith is a core part of our identity and the foundation of how we approach this work.

  • We welcome many different gifts and skill sets and will match your interests with our current needs. You can support in areas such as:

    Administrative

    • Help coordinate mentor–mentee connections and systems organization

    Development (Fundraising & Donor Relations)

    • Support relationship-building with donors and funders through outreach and communication

    Event Support

    • Assist with planning and hosting key events like Celebrate 18! and our annual benefit

    Marketing & Communications

    • Help share our story through newsletters, print materials, and outreach campaigns

    Social Media

    • Support our online presence by helping create and post engaging content

  • No, you do not have to commit to being a mentor in order to volunteer with ECP. We have many other areas where support is needed. Email us at info@eileenandcalliesplace.org, and we’ll work with you to create a volunteer plan that fits your interests and lifestyle.

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