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Lunch & Learn: Session Recap

Join YouthCare’s Director of Public Policy, Jessie Friedmann, and our Director of Community Engagement, Randi Esletine as they recap the legislative session as well as answer your questions. A zoom… Read More of “Lunch & Learn: Session Recap”

Key Bank Makes Impact Investment in Homeless Youth Employment Programs

For young people experiencing the challenges of homelessness, a job is a gateway to stability and direction. Read More of “Key Bank Makes Impact Investment in Homeless Youth Employment Programs”

Posted by YouthCare on February 22, 2022
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Capitol Hill Workforce Development Center receives funding award from Seattle Office of Housing

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”

Posted by Jessie Friedmann on December 13, 2021
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More Than a GED Program: Art & Social Justice Curriculum Encourages Students to Be Active Learners

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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”

Posted by Nicole Phaysith on February 22, 2019
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YouthCare Partners with Planned Parenthood to Provide Teen Health Education

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YouthCare is honored to have worked with Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest and the Hawaiian Islands on a lawsuit to support teen health education. The trainings are provided to youth living at YouthCare, and Planned… Read More of “YouthCare Partners with Planned Parenthood to Provide Teen Health Education”

Posted by Mark Root-Wiley on May 3, 2018
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4.2 million Homeless Young People is Unacceptable: We Must Do More

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Over 40 years ago, Congress passed the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act—the first and only federal law targeted at serving unaccompanied youth. For nearly as long, homeless youth providers and… Read More of “4.2 million Homeless Young People is Unacceptable: We Must Do More”

Posted by Mark Root-Wiley on November 15, 2017
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On the Frontline of Prevention

Sat, 08/31/2013 When she worked with homeless youth as a case manager, Annie Cotton kept wishing she could have started with each one of them sooner. By the time they… Read More of “On the Frontline of Prevention”

Posted by YouthCare on September 13, 2013
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Teens Use Social Media to Help Homeless Youth

Tue, 08/20/2013 The teens participating in a weeklong Social Media for Social Change camp last week at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Visitor’s Center were already pretty tuned into… Read More of “Teens Use Social Media to Help Homeless Youth”

Posted by YouthCare on August 20, 2013
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Volunteer Spotlight: Jennifer “Superstar” Ting Tells All

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Two-and-a-half years and over 180 volunteer hours have brought Jennifer Ting across YouthCare’s continuum of care. She serves in a variety of ways: She’s a regular sight in the YouthCare… Read More of “Volunteer Spotlight: Jennifer “Superstar” Ting Tells All”

Posted by YouthCare on August 15, 2013
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Young, Unemployed and Living on the Street

Tue, 12/18/2012 The New York Times explores the growing number of young adults who find themselves homeless, despite college credits and work histories. YouthCare clients and staff contribute their views… Read More of “Young, Unemployed and Living on the Street”

Posted by YouthCare on December 18, 2012
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