When the Couches Run Out: Jessie’s Story
Last night at the high school outreach, a young woman named Jessie walked through our doors. She's 15 years old, carries a backpack with everything she owns, and she came to us because she'd finally run out of options.
"I don't want to go home," she told us quietly. "I haven't felt safe ...
The One Thing That Changes Everything for Homeless Youth in San Diego
When Maria was 16, she had a secret. Every morning, she'd wake up in her family's car, smooth down her clothes, and walk into school like everything was normal. She'd avoid the cafeteria at lunch—not because she wasn't hungry, but because she was starving and didn't want anyone to see her ...
Youth Homelessness Support Faces Budget Gaps
How We Can Fill Them Together
Public funding for youth services swings wildly from year to year. And when budgets tighten? Young people in Orange County pay the price. The 2024 Point-in-Time count tells the story: 7,322 people experiencing homelessness—3,149 sheltered and 4,173 unsheltered. ...
Vote for us in Target Circle!
StandUp for Kids - Houston is excited to announce that we’re featured in Target Circle!
Vote for us in the Target app to direct Target funds that support our work. Here’s how:
Step 1: Choose ‘My Target’ in the Target app or ‘Account’ on Target.com
Step 2: Tap ‘Cast votes’
Step 3: ...