by Brian Haslip | Dec 20, 2023 | Orange County
As a high school student, Storm struggled to balance his pursuit of education with the battle for stable housing. A foster youth with no safety net spent his nights sleeping in the streets and showering in the boy’s locker room at school. Storm’s teenage years...
by Brian Haslip | Nov 17, 2023 | Orange County
In the tapestry of StandUp for Kids’ remarkable story, Justine Palmore stands as a beacon of unwavering dedication, weaving threads of hope and resilience for the past 18 years. From her roots as an intern with a dream to change the world, Justine’s...
by Brian Haslip | Nov 17, 2023 | Orange County
Annually, the nation comes together to bring awareness and support to the challenges of hunger and homelessness that many of the population struggle with. As the week before Thanksgiving approaches, this coming November 11th – 18th, communities nationwide will...
by Brian Haslip | Nov 17, 2023 | Orange County
by Paula Fernandez On September 23, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom approved a new law that would require every private and public school, including county offices of education and charter schools, to have at least one gender-neutral bathroom on campuses on or prior to...
by Brian Haslip | Nov 17, 2023 | Oceanside, Orange County
At the tender age of 20, Chris found himself caught in the tumultuous whirlwind of life, juggling the pursuit of education at Santa Ana College with the relentless battle for stable housing. With his younger brother by his side, they faced the daunting task of...
by Brian Haslip | Oct 31, 2023 | Orange County
Designing Better Outcomes: A Spotlight on Carolyn Zainer, Caz Designs Inc. In the realm of philanthropy, there are individuals who go above and beyond to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. Carolyn Zainer, a gracious donor, gala co-chair and advisory board...
