by Brian Haslip | Oct 2, 2024 | Silicon Valley
We are working hard to connect with our community to bring our Food Access program to those in need. We support youth living on the streets, attending school, college, or living in TAY housing to ensure they have access to food from snacks, groceries, food gift cards,...
by Brian Haslip | Sep 24, 2024 | Silicon Valley
Happy Anniversary to our Executive Director, Michele Huntzinger, who has spent the last 10 years dedicated to serving our youth, our mission and making a difference in her community. Ten years ago, she came to StandUp for Kids – Silicon Valley to donate...
by Brian Haslip | Jul 11, 2024 | Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, Denver, Hampton Roads, Houston, Kitsap County, Oceanside, San Antonio, San Diego, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Tucson, Twin Cities, Washington DC, Worcester
Photo: Vulture and Courtesy of the Studios Jim Carrey: Two-time golden globe award winner, multi-millionaire, The Truman Show… These are some of the thoughts that typically come to mind when picturing this famous actor and comedian. However, his life...
by Brian Haslip | May 6, 2024 | Cleveland, Denver, Hampton Roads, National, San Antonio, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Washington DC, Worcester
How Everyday Empathy Can Help People Experiencing Homelessness Homelessness is an ever-growing concern in communities across the country. Even as legislators and policy makers push for long-term change, we can all make a real impact locally through simple acts of...
by Brian Haslip | Mar 31, 2024 | Cleveland, Denver, Hampton Roads, National, San Antonio, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Twin Cities, Washington DC, Worcester
On March 31st, International Day of Transgender Visibility will celebrate transgender people around the world while raising awareness of the systemic prejudice they can receive. In a society where acceptance and support can be scarce, transgender people are...
by Brian Haslip | Oct 31, 2023 | Silicon Valley
Meet Michele Cabania, one of our longest dedicated volunteers with StandUp For Kids-Silicon Valley. Since #SUFKSV opened the doors for the first Outreach Center, The Village, in downtown San Jose, Michele has been a regular face for homeless youth. Born and...