Welcoming a Visionary Leader: Introducing Dr. Michele Johnson to Our National Board
We are thrilled to kick off 2026 with some inspiring news! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to the newest member of the StandUp for Kids Board of Directors, Dr. Michele Johnson.
Dr. Johnson isn’t just a scholar and a leader; she is someone who has dedicated her life’s work to ...
Finding the Right Fit: David’s Story
At the start of the school year, David was struggling. Core classes felt overwhelming, and graduation did not seem like something he was working toward. His case manager noticed that he seemed unmotivated and disconnected from school, unsure of what his future might look like.
But David has ...
Meet the Board: Tim McCormick
Family, Leadership, and Giving Back
At StandUp for Kids, we’re lucky to have incredible people leading the way. People who care deeply about our mission and about the young lives we serve. One of those leaders is Tim McCormick, our Vice Chair of the Board of Directors.
Tim is ...
This Thanksgiving, Our Community Showed Up
The days leading up to Thanksgiving are always busy at StandUp for Kids. But this year, they felt especially meaningful.
With the help of our incredible volunteers and donors, we came together for our Pre-Thanksgiving Packaging & Tuesday Pickup/Delivery Day, and what unfolded was a ...