StandUp for KidsFood Access
Hunger clouds judgment and leads to poor choices. We provide meals nationwide, whether it’s a shared meal with a mentor in school, snack packs from street teams, or hot meals in our centers. Once youth have access to nutritious food, our teams offer regular food baskets and conne
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Hunger clouds judgment and leads to poor choices. We provide meals nationwide, whether it’s a shared meal with a mentor in school, snack packs from street teams, or hot meals in our centers.
Once youth have access to nutritious food, our teams offer regular food baskets and connect them to local resources. This helps them regain dignity, build stable lives, and make better decisions.
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Youth OutreachOutreach representatives engage directly with at-risk and homeless youth nationwide. We prioritize developing trust and building relationships to connect them with vital resources. Volunteers distribute essential items like food, clothing, and hygiene products. We collaborate wit
Housing SupportOnce we’re successful in helping kids get off the streets, the real test begins.
School MentoringMentors provide youth with a supportive, consistent adult in their lives. They guide youth in developing and executing goals to increase high school graduation rates. We also promote vocational training, college and secondary education, entrepreneurship, and job exploration.