A Message From Rick Koca "Standing Up" Children aren't living on the streets, they're dying. By supporting STANDUP FOR KIDS, I'm convinced you will make a difference in your life more . . . HCHIRC STANDUP FOR KIDS - was selected by the Health Care for the Homeless Information Resource Center (HCHIRC) as an organization serving homeless people. In addition to federal programs and government consultants who work to assist homeless health care providers, we were highlighted as a national organization with information and communication components that coincide with the interests of homeless health care providers. People Magazine Feature The August 3, 1998 issue of People Magazine featured a special section showcasing some of the Toyota Presidents Awards, STANDUP FOR KIDS- San Diego is featured more . . .

National Recognition Our continuous work with kids has been acknowledged by The White House, JC Penny, etc...  more . . . OUT IN THE COLD It is estimated that 20-40 percent of all homeless teens are gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered. OUT in the Cold is a powerful new documentary that gives a voice to the nameless and faceless teenagers forgotten on the streets of America. OUT in the Cold promo Cire Foundation Letter to STANDUP FOR KIDS You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view.  Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 or better can be aquired for free at: http://www.adobe.com/acrobat Not all training for Outreach Counselors takes place in a classroom!