by Will Schatz | Jul 13, 2021 | Orange County
StandUp for Kids – Orange County Natalie, a current California State University student, is graduating with a degree in Theater and American Studies under the Arts and Education umbrella. She has always had a passion for expressing her abilities through her...
by Will Schatz | Jun 30, 2021 | Orange County
StandUp for Kids – Orange County The term “cold calling” can bring up feelings of annoyance – we’ve all been on the receiving end of less-than-pleasant interactions with telemarketers – as well as dread for the person making the call. I’m Geno, and as an intern...
by Will Schatz | Jun 25, 2021 | Orange County
StandUp for Kids – Orange County Many kids don’t grow up knowing anyone involved in STEM or attend a public school that focuses on the importance of STEM education. Not all kids have the same opportunities, but employees at RISA are helping to change...
by Will Schatz | Jun 22, 2021 | Orange County
StandUp for Kids – Orange County The increase in homelessness across the country has quickly turned into a national crisis. As a national organization with a mission to end the cycle of youth homelessness, we are fighting against this alarming trend. There...
by Will Schatz | Apr 30, 2021 | Orange County
StandUp for Kids – Orange County Each month, StandUp for Kids – Orange County likes to shine a spotlight on the work of our volunteers, donors, mentors, and partners. We do this because the impact we make daily for homeless and at-risk youth is only...
by Will Schatz | Mar 11, 2021 | Orange County
StandUp for Kids – Orange County For 20-year-old Meeka, growing up has been anything but predictable. Adopted as a toddler, her new parents already had three much-older children of their own. They were always moving, and she was in turn forced to jump from...