by Brian Haslip | Apr 30, 2025 | Orange County
From overcoming personal struggles to achieving academic and professional success, this youth’s journey is a testament to resilience and determination. During her high school years, this youth faced challenges in staying focused in class, which impacted her...
by Brian Haslip | Feb 4, 2025 | Kitsap County
Article by Caroline Schulenburg at the Kitsap Smokestack Felicia Hord was returning to her car while on one of the two-to-three grocery runs she makes per week as the chapter director of StandUp for Kids in Kitsap County when she noticed a young couple with a dog...
by Brian Haslip | Jan 22, 2025 | Orange County
This month, we’re proud to share the stories of two incredible youth who have shown remarkable determination in overcoming their past challenges and are now taking significant steps toward building a brighter future. Both of these youth have faced significant...
by Brian Haslip | Dec 19, 2024 | Orange County
Fernando’s journey is a testament to the power of persistence and the impact of unwavering support. When he first came to our program, he was facing homelessness and struggling with habits that were holding him back from building a stable future. He was unemployed and...
by Brian Haslip | Nov 21, 2024 | Orange County
Angel’s journey with StandUp for Kids began about a year ago, and his story is one of resilience, determination, and growth. When Angel first connected with us, he was already working but struggling with homelessness. Despite facing these challenges, he never gave up....
