by Brian Haslip | Jun 27, 2024 | Atlanta
In 2019, a special bond was formed between Kyle and his mentor through StandUp for Kids. Kyle’s motivation to graduate stemmed from being the first in his family to achieve this milestone. With dedication and support, they embarked on a journey...
by Brian Haslip | Dec 1, 2023 | Atlanta
In this post StandUp for Kids – Atlanta is highlighting an outstanding volunteer who has gone above and beyond in giving back to his community. Meet Rob! He is a real-estate broker and Airbnb investor, an Atlanta citizen of seven years, a self-described fried...
by Brian Haslip | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlanta
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...
by Will Schatz | Jul 13, 2020 | Atlanta, National
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...
by Will Schatz | Jul 24, 2019 | Atlanta
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...
by Will Schatz | May 23, 2019 | Atlanta, National
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...