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...
by Brian Haslip | Oct 31, 2023 | Orange County
At this year’s Gala, attendees were captivated by the inspiring story shared by Alexis, a young woman who, with the support of StandUp for Kids, navigated the challenges of housing uncertainty to create a brighter future for herself and her four-year-old...
by Brian Haslip | Oct 6, 2023 | Orange County
By Matthew Marasli While homeless youth navigate living life on the street, personal health is not among their top priorities. We spoke with two StandUp for Kids case managers to find out how homeless youth begin to navigate their health throughout the rehousing...
by Brian Haslip | Sep 27, 2023 | Orange County
By Paula Fernandez, StandUp for Kids – Orange County California lawmakers unanimously passed Senate Bill 14 on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, marking a huge win for child advocacy. Senate Bill 14, or SB 14, would make child trafficking a serious felony under...
