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Looking Back on 30 Years: Grover’s Story

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...

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Adults Don’t Get Uncomfortable. Everybody Does.

Courtney LopezStandUp for Kids - Orange County Wednesday, December 18, at 4 p.m. I have no idea what to expect. I keep thinking, "Should I go?" "I won't know what to do." "Why am I so nervous? They're only youth." Youth. 12 to 18 years old. I'm a first-time intern. I...

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2019 Year in Review

StandUp for Kids - Orange County This is an exciting time at StandUp for Kids as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary. While the organization has evolved over the years, our mission has remained consistent: to end the cycle of youth homelessness, one life at a time....

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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...

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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 when he was 15-years- old living on the...

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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...

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Cars For A Cause Success!

Thank you to all of you who attended and contributed to the 1st Annual StandUp for Kids Cars for a Cause event.  Thanks to your generosity the event generated $17,750 in donations! These funds will go towards supporting youth through our program to...

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