StandUp for Kids - Orange County The ongoing crisis has left much uncertainty for all and rightfully has been cause for anxiety and worry. This is especially true for the youth population who have been forced to deal with a variety of challenges that have arisen as a...
A Big Thank You To All of Our Volunteers!
StandUp for Kids - Orange County With the coming arrival of National Volunteer Week, StandUp for Kids would like to take a moment to highlight the contributions of its volunteers who strive each day to provide a better future for youth and students. Volunteers...
COVID-19 Impact Report – College Students in Orange County
StandUp for Kids - Orange County According to statewide data, last year 13% of community college students, 12% of CSU undergraduates, and 4% of UC undergraduates faced housing insecurity or homelessness. In Orange County this translates as up to 14,000 college...
April 2020 Supporter Spotlight: Kim Severini
StandUp for Kids - Orange County Kim Severini, originally from the east coast, is a retired executive in sales and marketing in the travel sector and has worked with various airlines, hotels and even Disney. After working in the travel sector for a number of...
Hope and Opportunity: The Story of Ernie
StandUp for Kids - Orange County Hope and Opportunity: The Story of Ernie Even amidst trying and unsettling times the mentors and volunteers that comprise StandUp for Kids are working tirelessly to provide support for students who now more than...
Looking Back on 30 Years: Donny’s Story
StandUp for Kids - Orange County Amidst difficult and uncertain times, it’s important to reflect and be grateful for all that we have. Throughout the country, many homeless youths are faced with an uncertain...
March 2020 Supporter Spotlight: Stephanie Schneider
StandUp for Kids - Orange County Each day, at-risk youth throughout various StandUp for Kids chapters are receiving the necessary mentoring and guidance needed for a successful transition into adulthood. The work that StandUp for Kids accomplishes...
Looking Back on 30 Years: Jennifer’s Story
StandUp for Kids - Orange County Like many who have come to StandUp for Kids, Jennifer Aubrey's story is one of perseverance and inner strength. Jennifer was faced with various challenges growing up amidst an...
February 2020 Donor Spotlight: Shadi Shaffer
StandUp for Kids - Orange County Every day at StandUp for Kids, countless homeless and at-risk youth are taken under our wing. In transitioning them from crisis to connection, our efforts are entirely made possible by the support of our donors, community...
February 2020 Volunteer Spotlight: Ted Lundholm
StandUp for Kids - Orange County StandUp for Kids is a non-profit that relies heavily on volunteers to support the mission to end the cycle of youth homelessness. We sincerely thank everyone who has volunteered and continues to work with us to help our youth. To that...