Community College Students Struggling with Hunger, Homelessness

By Alicia Neaves, KENS5 Eyewitness NewsClick here to read the story on the KENS5 website SAN ANTONIO - A recent national study highlights the level of hunger and homelessness in our youth, more specifically students attending community college. The Wisconsin HOPE Lab surveyed more than ...

We Believe in Housing Not Handcuffs

StandUp For Kids proudly endorses the Housing Not Handcuffs campaign.  "In order to end the crisis of homelessness, the criminalization of homelessness must end immediately. All persons experiencing homelessness should instead have access to affordable housing, education, health ...

Chicago Math and Science Academy Stands Up For Kids!

Chicago Math and Science Academy (CMSA) is a college prep charter school located on 7212 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60626. It's Concert band has won numerous medals in music competitions both as a band and as individuals. The band has featured in performances at various schools and theatre. They ...

Mikaila’s Story

By: Savanna Clevenger StandUp For Kids is continuing to change the lives of the OC youth. For twenty two year old Mikaila, joining StandUp For Kids has truly changed her life. After joining the program and finding help and hope among her mentors, Mikaila says she is very happy to have found ...