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Podcast: Wheels, Deals and Meals
Episode: S1:E22 Brian Meza / Petra Cares
Description: Established in 2021, Petra Cares is the charitable arm of the Petra Automotive Products Company based in Cypress, Texas.
Throughout the years, Petra has supported many charitable causes. However, as the need in Houston continues to grow, Petra started its own non-profit in 2021 to have a greater local impact. Through careful thought and deliberation, the decision was made to tackle the growing dilemma of youths transitioning out of the foster care system.
Statistics show that within 3 years of aging out of foster care, 80% of these youths will either end up homeless, in prison or dead. There...