Tuition-Free · 100% Online · Ages 16–25 · 5 Programs · By Referral

Refer a Young Person for Free Career Training

Enrollment is by referral: case managers and partner agencies refer eligible young adults under written agreement with the Foundation. One referral form covers all five programs. A Foundation team member reviews every submission within 2 business days.

Five programs — one application

Program 01
Marketing Specialist — AI-Enabled Digital Marketing
Program 02
Bookkeeping & Accounting Clerk
Program 03
Computer User Support Specialist — IT Help Desk
Program 04
Web Developer
Program 05
Administrative Assistant — Business Operations Support

Not sure which program fits? Tell us your goals in the application and we'll recommend the best fit. Learn about each program →

Quick eligibility check

Between 16 and 25 years old
Foster care, juvenile justice, or opportunity youth background
Internet access and a computer — we can help with equipment
Can commit approximately 10–15 hours per week for the program
Serious about building real job-ready skills — not just getting a certificate

Caseworkers & partner agencies

Foster care agencies, juvenile justice programs, PAL coordinators, CASA volunteers, and youth workforce staff can refer eligible young adults using the form below. This is how the Foundation enrolls — the programs are not advertised or open to the general public.

In the form, select "I am referring someone" and include the youth's name, age, and contact information. We follow up directly with the candidate within 2 business days.

A young adult without a referring agency yet can also reach out directly, and we'll help connect them with a partner organization for review. For questions or bulk referrals, email us directly:

fosteryouthinitiative@azgari.org

Referral Form

Takes about 10 minutes. A Foundation team member follows up within 2 business days.

Open Referral Form ↗

Opens in a new window — takes about 10 minutes

Questions before referring someone? Email fosteryouthinitiative@azgari.org — a real person responds within 2 business days. Or call +1 904-595-2502 or +1 251-512-2290.

What happens after a referral

Our process is straightforward. Here's exactly what to expect.

Step 01
Review

Our team reviews the referral and identifies the program that fits the young adult's goals and background.

Step 02
Outreach

A Foundation team member contacts the referring agency and candidate within 2 business days to discuss eligibility and next steps.

Step 03
Enrollment

We confirm the program, cohort start date, and any equipment assistance needed under written agreement with the referring partner.

Step 04
Training Begins

16 to 24 weeks depending on the program, fully online, free. Real skills, real mentorship — no job, income, or business result is guaranteed.