Opportunities to Build a Promising Future Like all young people, homeless and at-risk youth are excited and nervous about the new school year. They just want to do well and fit in, and worry about their hair, clothes and how they look. But they often face additional...
StandUp for Kids - National Youth Success Story Be inspired by Dezerae's Journey Watch Now We couldn’t be prouder of Dezerae Rawlings for finding her path in life. We’re glad we could support her along the way so she could focus on what mattered. We first met Dezerae...
This is what Pride Month is all about. It’s a time for the LGBTQIA+ community to celebrate who they are, who they love, their shared history, achievements and place in the world. People march in pride and solidarity. Parties and gatherings celebrate the diversity of...
StandUp for Kids - National is the 2023 theme of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, which seeks to raise awareness about behavioral health, support those struggling with mental illness, educate the public on policies, and help break the stigma that surrounds...
Inside StandUp for Kids and Hair Proud’s A Cut Above initiative. by Eric BergerMarch 09, 2023 (Photo credit: Getty Images) For young adults, a haircut can help them fit in — even if they don’t have a stable place to stay, according to a leader of...
For Women's History Month, StandUp For Kids is putting the spotlight on Maya Moore, Deja Foxx, Jeannette Rankin and Jacki McKinney. Did you know that it wasn't until 1987 that the first "Women's History Month" was celebrated after the National Women’s History...
Volunteers across the U.S. to meet homeless youth where they are, while raising awareness of the dangers typically faced in the first two days without shelter Atlanta, GA--(PRNewswire)--StandUp for Kids, a national non-profit organization dedicated to ending the...
StandUp for Kids - Washington, DC Our Washington, DC program welcomed its new executive director this May. Taking over the reins from the incredible Josh Blum, Heather Holmes brings a wealth of experience and vision. This is the highest volunteer role one can have at...
DECATUR, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--After a break in 2020 because of COVID-19, StandUp for Kids (StandUp) announced that its 30th annual “48 Hours on the Streets” public service campaign will take place the last full weekend in April. A national non-profit...
DECATUR, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--StandUp for Kids (StandUp) is proud to celebrate the vital role women play in American history by announcing an all-female executive committee. This change in leadership advances its mission, bringing diversity, different perspectives...