News & Updates from YouthCare
All young people deserve to be loved and supported. We are here to fight for them. Over 1,000 young people are experiencing homelessness in the Seattle area today. Each young… Read More of “YouthCare is a Safety Net for Youth in Times of Uncertainty”
YouthCare’s mission is to support young people who need immediate shelter, basic needs, food, and stability to build a better future. We do this for young people in our community,… Read More of “YouthCare’s Support for Immigrant & Undocumented Youth from the Border”
By Erica Limon, Associate Director of Workforce Development Young people come through our doors from all backgrounds, cultures, life experiences, survival modes, life skills, and more. Our work is often… Read More of “Our Work: Youth are Lighting the Way”
2021 has been incredibly dynamic for YouthCare and the young people we serve. We are excited to share this special agency update with you. Thanks for watching! Interested in learning… Read More of “YouthCare’s 2021 Agency Update”
By Colleen Echohawk and Tricia Raikes With a contentious election season finally behind us in Seattle and King County, it’s time to clear the air. No issue in our community… Read More of “Embrace long-needed countywide collaboration to end homelessness”
On December 9, Mayor Jenny Durkan and the Seattle Office of Housing announced a $95 million investment in affordable housing, $9.6 million of which was awarded to YouthCare and Community… Read More of “Capitol Hill Workforce Development Center receives funding award from Seattle Office of Housing”
Seattle Kraken Dropped the Puck to Raise Awareness for Youth Experiencing Homelessness YouthCare is honored to be the primary charitable partner for Seattle’s NHL team, the Seattle Kraken and the… Read More of “The Inaugural Seattle Kraken & YouthCare Game Night!”
On Sunday, December 12, 2021, Seattle Theatre Group (STG) will present a 30th anniversary screening of NIRVANA – LIVE AT THE PARAMOUNT. For the first time ever, the film will… Read More of “STG Presents NIRVANA – Live at the Paramount 30th Anniversary Screening – Benefitting YouthCare December 12, 2021”
Dear Friends, As most of you know, Melinda Giovengo ended her 15-year tenure as YouthCare’s CEO on August 31. We are grateful to Melinda, and especially to YouthCare’s outstanding Executive… Read More of “Meet YouthCare’s Interim CEO: Colleen Echohawk”
Dear Friends, Well, my final hour at YouthCare is now here. As I look back on my 15-year tenure as CEO & President and my 10 years of direct service at YouthCare, I can say it… Read More of “A Special Message From Dr. Melinda Giovengo”
Dear Friends, After 15 years of service to our community, I will be transitioning out of my role as CEO & President of YouthCare, effective August 31, 2021. The last… Read More of “Special Announcement from YouthCare’s Leadership”
