Profile of Homeless Youth in America
Each year, an estimated 4.2 million youth and young adults experience homelessness, of which 700,000 are unaccompanied minors, meaning they are not part of a family or accompanied by a parent or guardian.
How did they get there and how do we get them off the ...
Justine’s 18 Years with StandUp for Kids
In the tapestry of StandUp for Kids' remarkable story, Justine Palmore stands as a beacon of unwavering dedication, weaving threads of hope and resilience for the past 18 years. From her roots as an intern with a dream to change the world, Justine's journey has been nothing short of ...
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
Annually, the nation comes together to bring awareness and support to the challenges of hunger and homelessness that many of the population struggle with. As the week before Thanksgiving approaches, this coming November 11th - 18th, communities nationwide will collaborate to host events, ...
SB-760 School facilities: all-gender restrooms
by Paula Fernandez
On September 23, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom approved a new law that would require every private and public school, including county offices of education and charter schools, to have at least one gender-neutral bathroom on campuses on or prior to July 1, 2026. This ...