by Brian Haslip | Apr 28, 2026 | Orange County
When Sofia moved to Orange County in the middle of high school, everything changed. Separated from her dad and adjusting to a new environment, she and her mom were working hard just to get by. To help support her family, Sofia took on a job at Taco Bell, balancing...
by Brian Haslip | Apr 14, 2026 | Uncategorized
At StandUp For Kids, we believe the most powerful form of leadership is simply showing up. For National Board Member, Charles Brown, this has meant everything from driving donation trucks to navigating the complexities of organizational mission and strategy. A Family...
by Brian Haslip | Mar 30, 2026 | San Diego
Some partners don’t just support the mission they help move it forward every single day. myTOD (My Talent On Demand) is one of those partners. With a deep commitment to underserved youth, myTOD’s network of HR professionals shows up not only as donors, but as mentors,...
by Brian Haslip | Mar 25, 2026 | Orange County
A few weeks ago, one of the youth in our program opened an acceptance letter to medical school. He read it quietly. No big reaction. No announcement. Just a quiet moment that could have passed without notice, but it reflects the steady dedication he has shown since he...
by Brian Haslip | Mar 12, 2026 | San Diego
There was a time in my life when I felt completely alone. I didn’t believe I had anyone to talk to, anyone who truly understood what I was going through, or anyone who could help motivate me to keep moving forward. I carried my struggles quietly, unsure if things...
