Proof of Identity

A valid ID should never be the reason a young person gets locked out of opportunity.

The Proof of Identity initiative helps youth ages 13–24 secure the identification and official documents they need to move forward in life with stability, confidence, and access. Through guided support, transportation assistance, weekly group trips, and community partnerships, we help young people obtain birth certificates, state IDs, Social Security cards, and other critical records that are often barriers to employment, education, housing, healthcare, banking, and workforce programs.

Too many young people are blocked from opportunities simply because they do not have the documents required to access them. Without identification, even basic systems become difficult to navigate. Job applications get denied. School enrollment gets delayed. Housing becomes harder to secure. Banking, healthcare, workforce development, and certification programs become inaccessible.

When young people feel locked out of legitimate pathways, survival decisions often take over. Our goal is to interrupt that cycle early by removing administrative barriers before they become street-level consequences.

Proof of Identity is about more than paperwork. It is about restoring access, dignity, movement, and opportunity

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What We Help With

  • State IDs and driver’s licenses

  • Birth certificates and vital records

  • Social Security cards and replacements

  • DMV preparation and appointment coordination

  • Transportation support for scheduled document trips

  • Guided application assistance

  • Workforce and school readiness support

  • One-on-one navigation through the process

How the Program Works

Participants sign up based on the support they need. Once enrolled, youth are placed into the appropriate support group and scheduled for weekly coordinated trips to document offices and partner agencies. Our team helps guide participants through every step of the process while building relationships with institutions and agencies to make access smoother and more effective for the community.

Why This Matters

Identity access is directly connected to violence prevention, workforce development, and long-term community stability.

A young person with access to identification has a greater chance of:

  • Securing legal employment

  • Enrolling in school or training programs

  • Accessing healthcare and support services

  • Opening a bank account

  • Applying for housing

  • Building independence and confidence

  • Participating in legitimate economic opportunities

This initiative exists to remove obstacles before they become crises.

Sign Up

Youth ages 13–24, parents, guardians, schools, organizations, and referral partners can sign up or refer someone for support through the Proof of Identity intake form.

For questions or partnership opportunities:

Phone: 833-347-PROOF (7663)
Instagram: @BTP_Foundation
Facebook: Be the Proof Foundation
Website: BeTheProof.org

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