Investing in High School Youth: Brandon’s Story

Hope is an interesting word. By itself it is positive, optimistic, aspirational. Add the word not and it becomes not positive, not optimistic, not aspirational. Meet Brandon, a young man that entered our mentoring program at a time when not was a word he lived with...

Seeking a National Development Director

Our national office is currently hiring a Development Director! BASICS Direct Supervision: National Executive Director Supervises: Contract Resources/Intern/Volunteers, as appropriate Status: Full Time, 40 hours per week, exempt from overtime Location: Decatur, GA...

Did You Catch Us on National TV?

We are excited to announce that our organization was featured on Coffee with America on Saturday, July 13, on stations across the nation. The segment introduced viewers to Atlanta staff member Julie Palmer. Julie beautifully captured the work we do and the youth we...

Congratulations On Graduating Kaustov!

StandUp For Kids – AtlantaHe lost his father, then his mother, then their home. This week he graduated high school with the help of the StandUp For Kids Mentor Program. The program meets with homeless and at risk students in high schools across Atlanta, Gwinnett...