Who We Are

We are a Boulder County nonprofit and a community of neighbors, mentors, and partners helping young adults leaving foster care or facing homelessness build stable, independent lives.

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Our Mission

True North Polaris House provides long-term housing and resources for young adults aging out of foster care or who have experienced homelessness, abuse or neglect, setting them up for success through personalized support, life skills training, and financial readiness.

Our Vision

We envision a world where every young adult leaving foster care has the skills, stability, and support system needed to confidently navigate adulthood.

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Our History

True North Polaris House has a long-standing history of serving Boulder County’s most vulnerable youth.

True North Polaris House traces its roots to 2003, when Sage Community Partnership was founded with a single, enduring conviction: that safe, stable, affordable housing changes lives. Over more than two decades, the organization has evolved through several names and program models, always adapting to the needs of the community it serves. Today, as True North Polaris House, we provide transitional housing and wraparound support specifically for young adults aging out of foster care in Boulder County.

2012

Polaris House became Realities for Children Boulder County, broadening its scope and services.

2019

Realities for Children Boulder County purchased the Polaris House property from Boulder Housing Partners, ensuring long-term stability for the program.

2021

We rebranded as True North Young Adult Services, solidifying our identity and focus.

2024

Now operating as True North Polaris House, we remain steadfast in our mission to empower young adults through supportive housing and holistic services.

Over the years, we’ve helped hundreds of young adults find stability and a path toward independence. Polaris House has provided transitional housing for more than 210 individuals, creating a lasting impact on their lives and futures.

Our Vision for the Future

As we look ahead, True North Polaris House is committed to:

1

Expanding housing options and capacity to serve more young adults.

2

Increasing community awareness and engagement around the barriers youth face in education, employment, and housing.

3

Developing new programs that further support self-sufficiency and independence.

Our Team

Who We Are

Portrait of Founder and Board Co-President Eric Schulz who is a smiling man with short dark hair and beard wearing a black sweater standing outdoors with snow-capped mountains in the background.
Eric Schulz | he/him
Founder / Board Co-President
Portrait of board co-president Tim Beal who is a smiling middle-aged man with a receding hairline wearing a blue and white striped shirt sitting at a desk.
Tim Beal | he/him
Board Co-President
Portrait of staff member Jestin Wright who is smiling with short dark hair wearing a beige shirt and black patterned bandana standing by a calm lakeside beach with trees in the background.
Jestin Wright | they/them
Program Director
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Making a Difference Together

True North Polaris House is more than just a home — it’s a launchpad for young adults to build independent, fulfilling lives. Through the support of our community, we help residents navigate the complexities of adulthood and achieve their dreams.