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StandUp for Kids is a national non-profit organization dedicated to ending the cycle of youth homelessness in local communities coast to coast.
Since 1990, we have served unaccompanied homeless and at-risk youth – and young parents with children of their own – up to their 25th birthday. All of them have lived through trauma. Many have survived abuse. Often they’re just victims of immense neglect.
When we first meet them, they are disconnected and uncertain about what steps to take next. Through our four core programs – Youth Outreach, Housing Support, School Mentoring, and Food Access – we help move them quickly from crisis to connection, giving them a sense of safety, hope, and belonging.
We appreciate partners like Kia Motors of America, for recognizing us as leaders in the fight against youth homelessness. We are honored to be recipients of their fundraising efforts through #YardsAgainstHomelessness and #GiveItEverything campaigns.
Ending the cycle of youth homelessness. We do this in cities across America, one youth at a time.
We strive to build communities where all youth know care, feel loved and have a support system to help them move quickly from surviving to thriving.
We believe in promoting a way of treating homeless youth that is unique and infectious.
Our role is to be care advocates, not case managers; friends, not service providers; community organizers, not the sole source of respite.

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Graduating Early Against the Odds

The Legacy of Showing Up: A Conversation with Charles S. Brown

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From Coast to Coast, Bombas is helping StandUp for Kids bring comfort to kids in need. Support Bombas and support our kids!

StandUp for Kids. Break the Cycle. Change the Story. End Youth Homelessness.

Wishing you a safe and happy halloween! StandUp for Kids.

We’re so proud to celebrate our Marketing Committee Chair, Natalie Hogg, on receiving her 2026 WIT Award: Woman of the Year, Emerging Executive Impact! 💜 Congratulations, Natalie, on this well-deserved recognition and for the leadership, passion, and impact you continue to bring to our community. #NatalieHogg #WomenInTechnology #WITAwards2026 #StandUpForKids

Do you see them? Stay tuned...November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month.

StandUp and Volunteer. Let a kid know, "You are worth my time."

Fall is in the air. Consider donating to help prepare our youth for colder nights. StandUp for Kids.

StandUp for Kids...showing up, listening, modeling success through Respect, Resources and Relationship.

StandUp for Kids. We couldn't do it without our volunteers.

This October we honor the strength it takes to keep going and the courage it takes to let someone in. StandUp for Kids.

Sometimes the difference between a missed opportunity and a brighter future is someone willing to see the barrier and help to remove it. StandUp for Kids

When you're hungry, it's hard to focus on school, work, relationships, or what's next. From shared meals, snack packs, and connections to local resources, we're helping young people meet today's needs while building toward a more stable tomorrow. Your support helps take care of essential resources: https://rb.gy/sfyp99 #StandUpForKids #BreakTheCycle #HungerActionDay #YouthHomelessness

Together We Can End Youth Homelessness. StandUp for Kids.

A donation is more than a dollar given. It can become a meal when someone is hungry, asafe place when there’s nowhere to go, or a mentor who reminds a young person they don’t have to figure everything out alone. Gift today for resources and possibilities: https://rb.gy/sfyp99 #StandUpForKids #BreakTheCycle #EndYouthHomelessness #Possibilities #Nonprofit

Prevention: Responding before a young person becomes disconnected from school, family, and community.

Prevention: Mentors, Teachers, Coaches, one caring adult...can make a difference. StandUp for Kids.

Sometimes, moving forward starts with one small step. Whatever that first step looks like, StandUp for Kids is there to help youth take it. Learn more about how we do it: https://rb.gy/yqnq6t #StandUpForKids #BreakTheCycle #EndYouthHomelessness #Mentoring

We want to hear from you! Tell us what you think every young person deserves...

During National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we’re reminded of the power of connection and the importance of making sure young people know they are not alone. Let's raise awareness, share mental health resources, and spark open conversations about suicide prevention. #StandUpForKids #BreakTheCycle #MentalHealth #SPM2026 #ChangeTheStory #EndYouthHomelessness

We don't just show up the first day. We keep showing up. StandUp for Kids

We aren't here to fix lives but to uphold them. It's our mission to walk alongside youth in our communities as they face life's challenges. We stay connected, we listen, and we figure it out together. Whatever it takes, for as long as it takes. Learn more about the many ways we provide a network of care by reading our 2025 Annual Report: https://rb.gy/rcdv1q #StandUpForKids #YouthHomelessness #MentorshipMatters #Nonprofit #NationalReach #BreakTheCycle

Sometimes prevention starts with something simple: showing up and listening. StandUp for Kids

We show up when and where they need us most. StandUp for Kids

For many, summer is a season of vacations, camp, and making memories. But for youth experiencing homelessness, it can also mean losing access to school meals, trusted adults, and the routines that provide stability. Through your gracious giving, this summer, you can help ensure no young person faces life's challenges alone. Gift Hope: https://rb.gy/sfyp99 #StandUpForKids #BreakTheCycle #ChangeTheStory #EndYouthHomelessness #GiftHope

StandUp for Kids, meeting needs today and helping them more toward the life they want tomorrow.

Sometimes, simply starting your day with small things you need can make a big difference in the direction of your day. StandUp for Kids.

Too many young people are navigating life without stability or a safe place to land. We help provide a unique support network, because no two kids need exactly the same thing. Learn more about what we do by exploring our 2025 Annual Report. Follow Link: https://rb.gy/rcdv1q #StandUpForKids #YouthHomelessness #SupportingKids #BrighterFuture #BreakTheCycle

The contents of a backpack may look very different, but our hope for every young person is the same: living with purpose and moving toward dreams.

Wishing every student an amazing year filled with new opportunities, new friendships, and endless possibilities! We love Alpha Xi!

Your gift helps provide more than meals, shelter, or essential resources. It helps build trust, foster meaningful mentorship, and create lasting relationships that empower youth to build brighter futures. Today, you can make a difference in the life of a young person who needs it most. Give Today: https://rb.gy/sfyp99 #StandUpForKids #EndYouthHomelessness #Donate #GiftHope #BreakTheCycle #ChangeTheStory

When we lead with respect, provide resources and build relationships, we move beyond being service providers. Our commitment extends beyond crisis services, providing sustained support with guidance and check-ins that help ensure lasting stability and independence through key transition periods. Learn how to help: https://short.do/4iUtOc #StandupForKids #YouthHomelessness #StandUpTogether #BeTheDifference #SafeFutures

Looking for a way to make a difference from your desk? Host a Denim Day and fight youth homelessness!

Across the country, we meet homeless and at-risk youth where they are. Too many kids are navigating life without stability or a safe place to land. We don't let them face it alone. Your support fuels every moment of care, every safe space, and every step forward. Donate Today: https://rb.gy/sfyp99 #StandupForKids #HomelessYouth #StreetOutreach #BreakTheCycle #ChangeTheStory

Positive emotions fuel future success. StandUp for Kids.

This real message from a student to their mentor illustrates the kind of positive progress ina young person's journey that inspires our passion to serve and confirms that ourprograms are making a difference. Learn more ways we personalize our care by reading our 2025 Annual Report: https://rb.gy/rcdv1q #StandupForKids #Mentorship #Volunteering #Schools #Progress

StandUp for Kids encounters every young person from a place of compassion.

Mentoring is not therapy or case management. Through four key phases, we focus on listening, reflecting strengths, celebrating small wins, and walking alongside youth as they move into a future of possibility. Consider gifting to help fuel our Mentoring programs: https://rb.gy/sfyp99 #StandupForKids #Mentoring #Connection

StandUp for Kids believes every young person deserves someone who shows up!

From your support to our kids. Fast, direct, and consistent. StandUp for Kids.

Behind every moment of support is someone who chose to show up. Discover more impressive numbers of our dedication by reading our 2025 Annual Report. Link to Annual Report: https://rb.gy/rcdv1q #StandupForKids #ImpactNumbers #AnnualReport #Volunteers

Help StandUp for Kids keep homeless youth safe this summer. Donate today.

Wishing you a safe and happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙

Today we're highlighting one of our incredible board members, Kedric Sledge, whose career and volunteer service have been dedicated to supporting youth, both in schools and in our community. We are so grateful! Read his inspiring story and see the impact one caring adult can make. 💜 StandUp for Kids Read more: https://www.standupforkids.org/blog/a-champion-for-youth-every-day/

Consistency is how relationships are built and how our kids learn they can count on us. StandUp for Kids.

Never underestimate a small act of kindness. One open door. One kind word. One small act. Spread kindness today. StandUp for Kids.

Behind every number is a young person building a more stable future. #StandupForKids #AnnualReport #Mentorship #Graduation Explore Our 2025 Annual Report: https://rb.gy/rcdv1q

During National Hunger Awareness Month we want to remember the thousands of youth who don't know where their next meal will come from and those that help them. StandUp for Kids.

Today we celebrate all Fathers and Father Figures. Thank you for the encouragement you give, the sacrifices you make and the steady presence you provide!

For youth experiencing homelessness, a summer job is often about more than earning money. Support and encouragement can make all the difference. StandUp for Kids

Your support goes further and directly where it’s needed most. Learn more by reading our 2025 Annual Report. https://rb.gy/rcdv1q #StandupForKids #AnnualReport #Nonprofit #Fundraising

Your donation helps young people stay hydrated, safe and healthy while living outside or moving from place to place. Visit standupforkids.org and donate to a chapter near you!

Thank you monthly donors for showing up consistently. We know who you are, and we are deeply grateful. StandUp for Kids.

The 2025 Annual Report is here! A year of mentorship, momentum, and meaningful impact, made possible by you. See how we’re helping youth move forward, one relationship at a time. Read the Report: https://rb.gy/rcdv1q

For many of our teens, graduation isn’t just an achievement, it’s a triumph over instability, uncertainty, and incredible odds. Together we celebrate every step forward. StandUp for Kids.

As new challenges arise over the summer for our kids, consider how you can support us support them. StandUp for Kids.

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor courage, sacrifice, and service. We are grateful for the men and women who served our country. We also honor those who will carry forward their legacy.

May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and we’re giving a huge shoutout to Foster Club for standing alongside youth experiencing foster care and homelessness. @fosterclub FosterClub

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