About Us
The Academy Project (TAP) is a 501(c)3 organization, founded in 2015, dedicated to improving the success of foster youth in Los Angeles by using education as a cornerstone of stability. With alarming statistics such as only 58% of foster youth graduating high school and a mere 1.8% completing a bachelor's degree, TAP addresses the critical challenges these young individuals face. Our vision is to create a supportive community where foster youth are empowered with the resources, skills, and guidance needed to become thriving, independent adults. We believe these outcomes are not inevitable and, through open-handed empowerment and supportive education, we aim to bring positive change to their lives.

Lauren Costa

Executive Director & Founder

Morgen Campbell

Youth Program Director

Claire Conley

Board of Directors

Sheila Cutchlow

Board of Directors

Mary Gastineau

Board of Directors

Maria Koutsoukalis

Board of Directors

Michele Kawamoto Perry

Board of Directors

Tammy Watson-Smith

Board of Directors

Cheyenne Rogers
Advisory Board


Amy Christine
Advisory Board


Clare Blacker
Advisory Board

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