News & Updates from YouthCare
The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be hard, often filled with curveballs, hardship, and lessons learned. The young people we serve at YouthCare are on that same journey, going… Read More of “Frankie: Finding the Support and Healing Needed to Move Forward”
This summer, stories of now-deceased wealthy financier Jeffery Epstein’s sexual exploitations rocked the country. The girls Epstein exploited were mostly young, poor, in foster care or on the verge of homelessness.… Read More of “Washington State Must Help, Not Arrest Sex Trafficked, Homeless Minors”
Under the federal Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA), any person under the age of 18 who performs a commercial sex act is considered a victim of human trafficking, regardless of… Read More of “Washington State Must Help, Not Arrest Sex Trafficked, Homeless Minors”
It’s Thankful Thursday and we’re so grateful for our wonderful partnership with Bishops Barbershop on Capitol Hill! Every other month, our young people in program get so excited to make… Read More of “Haircuts with Heart: YouthCare Partners with Bishops on Capitol Hill”
Last week was a horrific week across the nation. Our hearts grew heavy hearing about two consecutive massing shootings—first in Dayton—and then in El Paso. While the motives behind Dayton… Read More of “Dual Reflection: The Legacy of Toni Morrison & Confronting White Supremacy”
When President Trump took office in 2016, YouthCare braced for a challenging four years. But racist and hateful policies rocked YouthCare immediately: it was clear from the start that immigrants… Read More of “YouthCare Condemns Racist and Inhumane Federal Policies”
For a few hours every third Thursday of the month, a small space at the back of YouthCare’s Orion Center transforms. A few rows of chairs are casually spread out.… Read More of “Open Mic Night: A Supportive Space for Youth to Create and Inspire”
Eric B. has an infectious laugh and a beaming smile that lights up a room. Like so many other young people experiencing homelessness, he endured hard times in search of… Read More of “Eric: Flourishing with a Community of Support”
Last Thursday was a night to remember. YouthCare hosted its annual prom, where young people experiencing homelessness could dance the night away and feel the privilege of, well, simply being… Read More of “A Prom of Our Own: YouthCare’s Annual Prom Night Goes ’90s!”
Yesterday evening, YouthCare held its annual Art & Appreciation Night, hosted generously by our partners (and amazing Orion Center neighbors), Marriott Hill SpringSuites! It was a night filled with reflections, laughter,… Read More of “YouthCare Celebrates Supporters & Youth Art Programs at Annual Art & Appreciation Night”
