Help Open Door Youth Home Give Teens a Safe Place to Thrive

At Open Door Youth Home, we believe every young person deserves more than just a roof over their head — they deserve stability, guidance, and the chance to build a brighter future.

This mission is deeply personal for me. As a teenager, I spent time in a youth group home myself. At 17, I was facing my own hardships in St. Louis and unsure what my future would hold. Having a safe place — and adults who believed in me — gave me the chance to turn my life around. Years later, at just 20 years old, I took in Dakota, a 14-year-old in foster care. Together, we navigated school struggles, tough behaviors, and the ups and downs of life. He taught me patience, responsibility, and what it truly means to be a parent.

Those experiences shaped my calling: to make sure other teens don’t just survive, but truly thrive.

Right now, we have an incredible opportunity to take the next big step in our mission: purchasing a permanent home for our youth. Owning our own space means more than walls and rooms — it means security, consistency, and a place where teens can feel safe to grow, heal, and dream.

Your generosity will help us:
• Secure a home that will serve as a safe haven for teens in need
• Provide stability so our youth can focus on school, jobs, and personal growth
• Create a welcoming environment where they can learn life skills, build confidence, and prepare for adulthood

Every donation, no matter the size, is a step toward opening the doors of this home and opening new doors of opportunity for the young people we serve.

Please consider giving today and sharing this campaign with others who believe in investing in the next generation. Together, we can give our teens not just a house — but a home.

With gratitude, Leo Fulkerson,<br /> Founder, Open Door Youth Home<br /><br />We’re getting closer every day to making Open Door Youth Home a reality! Our first big step is covering the down payment for a house, which we estimate will be $10,000–$15,000.

 Budget Snapshot
	•	Down Payment: $10,000–$15,000
	•	Anything raised above that goal will go directly toward:
• Basic furnishings (beds, couches, tables, etc.)
• Household essentials (linens, dishes, supplies)
• Initial repairs/updates to make the house safe and welcoming

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