News & Updates from YouthCare
Washington State has a lot to be proud of: our culture of innovation, our commitment to environmental sustainability, our breathtaking views. But we also have lots of room for improvement. We… Read More of “YouthCare Supports New Progressive Revenue”
Youth without a high school diploma or GED have a 346% higher risk of experiencing homelessness. YouthCare’s robust education programs reduce that risk by helping young people build the academic… Read More of “More Than a GED Program: Art & Social Justice Curriculum Encourages Students to Be Active Learners”
YouthCare is proud to honor Black History Month and pay tribute to the incredible achievements of Black Americans, past and present. As we celebrate our country’s rich history of Black… Read More of “8 Ways to Honor Black History Month”
After being pummeled by multiple snowstorms, this month officially marks Seattle’s snowiest February on record. Everyone has been affected by this weather—but freezing temperatures and prolonged snow hit especially hard… Read More of “YouthCare Gives Thanks During Seattle’s #Snowmageddon”
Over forty years ago, YouthCare’s founders responded to a calling to serve homeless youth in their neighborhood. Fast forward to today, and YouthCare is building on its mission to end… Read More of “Introducing YouthCare’s Newly Redesigned Website!”
David, a young man who lived at YouthCare many years ago, still remembers the holidays he spent with us. His story renews a bit of hope in all of us.… Read More of “David: from University Avenue to the University of Washington”
Yesterday was YouthBuild Graduation Day at YouthCare! YouthBuild is a six-month pre-apprenticeship program for young people interested in pursuing a career in the trades. It was incredibly inspiring to see… Read More of “YouthCare Celebrates YouthBuild Cohort 19 Graduates!”
Last week, we were thrilled to welcome Seattle Times food critic, Bethany Jean Clement, to YouthCare’s Orion Center. Bethany spoke to our long-time volunteer group, NE Seattle Moms, as they… Read More of “Seattle Times Food Critic Inspired by Orion’s Cooking”
No better word captures Triston than “humble.” There’s a softness about him, a genuine sense of gratitude. Start a conversation and within minutes you’ll see the twinkle, the pensive grin… Read More of “Triston: Turning over a new leaf”
YouthCare was honored to host A Way Home Washington’s launch of the Anchor Community Initiative yesterday at YouthCare’s Orion Center. We heard powerful personal stories from two young people, Azia… Read More of “Pearl Jam Pledges $1.3 million to Ending Youth Homelessness”
