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Looking back at 2020 – A Different Kind of Year
StandUp for Kids - Silicon Valley
Over the past 6 years, StandUp for Kids - Silicon Valley has faced many challenges in order to support local homeless youth such as: being evicted right after Thanksgiving in 2019, finding a new location for the Outreach Center, The Village in San Jose, ...
From Couch Surfing & Airbnbs to Stability & Sanctuary – Meeka’s Story
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 school to school. Combined ...
Standing Up For San Diego’s Homeless Teens
StandUp for Kids - San Diego
Trying to fix San Diego's homeless problem during a pandemic and economic uncertainty is a monumental task. There are still thousands in need of housing, and it's especially tough for over 900 of those individuals under the age of 24.
Several ...
International Women’s Day and Supporter Spotlight: Heather Tompkins
StandUp for Kids - Orange County
International Women’s Day (March 8th) is about recognizing the achievements, big or small, of women. Heather Tompkins has dedicated her life to helping youth succeed in every way she can – from her career, to volunteering, even to leading ...