Youth Spotlight: Chris’s Story
At the tender age of 20, Chris found himself caught in the tumultuous whirlwind of life, juggling the pursuit of education at Santa Ana College with the relentless battle for stable housing. With his younger brother by his side, they faced the daunting task of navigating the world without a ...
Tucson Volunteers Prepare to Move!
StandUp for Kids’ Tucson volunteers gather to share how they will “move” in support of at-risk youth. With so many options, who knew it would be so hard to decide! This year our amazing volunteers are committed to hiking, biking, walking, pickleball, rock climbing, working out and even ...
Thankful Thursday: Nail Clippers in a Hygiene Kit
Originally posted on CraftingKindKids
What's the big deal about a nail clipper? Most of us have one (or several) in our bathroom drawers or cosmetic kits. They're pretty inexpensive to purchase, so why all the fuss? For the unhoused teens who receive support services and on-the-street ...
The Power Of Mentoring – The one-on-one relationship
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 raised in San Jose, she works ...