Youth Empowerment Strategies for Success—Independent Living Program (YESS–ILP) is a comprehensive and integrated program that unites community partners and academic leaders to empower current and former foster youth to successfully transition into independent living. This program works in collaboration with the California Department of Social Services and is hosted on California Community College campuses throughout the state. With a focus on higher education and career training, the YESS-ILP provides youth with life skills and access to supportive campus connections to increase their ability to succeed.