Throughout the history of StandUp for Kids there exist numerous stories of homeless youth overcoming the barrier to success with the help of guidance and mentorship. One of those stories is that of Grover’s who first came into contact with StandUp for Kids in...
An “Amazing Chance” for New Board Member
StandUp for Kids is pleased to announce the addition of Laura Ann Smith to its volunteer Board of Directors. Laura Ann is a legal executive with considerable experience in working with boards of directors and management teams and advising on matters related to...
Duckie’s Story and Denver Spotlights
StandUp for Kids - Denver Yes, we are small, but we are mighty for sure and as the “Starfish story” (see below) goes...even if it’s just ONE, we’ve made a difference to THAT ONE...and sometimes that ONE has to be enough. How can it...
Kia Calls For Nationwide Blitz Against Youth Homelessness In Super Bowl Campaign
News provided by Kia Motors America Kia Teams with Standout Rookie Running Back Josh Jacobs in 60-Second Spot Focused on Overcoming Adversity and Achieving the Impossible Dream Jacobs - who experienced homelessness growing up - gives his "younger self" valuable...
Kia Chooses StandUp for Kids for Big Game Campaign
Kia Motors America has announced that their Big Game commercial this Sunday will address youth homelessness. What's more, the company has decided to give a major donation to StandUp for Kids and two other organizations caring for homeless youth in America! According...
Meet Brian
StandUp for Kids - National Few stories are as emblematic of StandUp for Kids desire to positively impact the lives of homeless youth than that of Brian Haslip’s. Brian’s first interaction with StandUp for Kids came in 1995...
January is National Mentoring Month
StandUp for Kids - National The arrival of the month of January brings with it a renewed focus on youth guidance and mentorship. Since its inception in 2002, National Mentoring Month is held each January highlighting the work that non-profit organizations, like...
Alabama
StandUp for Kids - Orange County The end of 2019 marked another year in which StandUp for Kids was able to provide guidance and relief for homeless youth through providing resources and mentorship. Alabama was one of these individuals, who despite being dealt several...
Maria Raquel Thomas is Our First Youth Ambassador
Post updated 10/7/2020 to reflect Maria's new endeavors and current photograph. Maria “Ria” Raquel Thomas, a teenage entrepreneur, Youtuber and philanthropist, has been appointed our first National Youth Ambassador. When appointed, Ria said, "I am...
See you in San Antonio
Starting Friday September 27, the entire StandUp for Kids family -- from outreach volunteers, local leaders, and executive directors, to donors, national board, and staff -- will convene in San Antonio, Texas for mark our 29th year, and partake in one very special...