Juneteenth Reflections
By Randy Corradine,Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Happy Juneteenth – Freedom Day! I want to hold space and acknowledge that the smog has thickened in the past couple of… Read More of “Juneteenth Reflections”
Holidays
YouthCare is a Safety Net for Youth in Times of Uncertainty
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”
A Trip Around YouthCare During the Holidays
There’s a palpable air of excitement at YouthCare during the month of December. Last week, it bubbled over the surface as young people celebrated the holidays in safe and welcoming… Read More of “A Trip Around YouthCare During the Holidays”
A Holiday Tradition of Generosity at YouthCare’s Adolescent Shelter
Eleven years ago, a group of United Airlines staff sat down to plan their annual Fantasy Flights event, a tradition where they transform their stations into a winter wonderland for… Read More of “A Holiday Tradition of Generosity at YouthCare’s Adolescent Shelter”
6 Simple Ways to Brighten the Holidays for Youth Experiencing Homelessness!
The holidays are a special time: there’s excitement in the air as we exchange gifts, gather around the table, and count our blessings. Every young person deserves to experience those… Read More of “6 Simple Ways to Brighten the Holidays for Youth Experiencing Homelessness!”
Thank You for Helping to Make the Holidays Bright!
With your incredible support and donations, this holiday season was an amazing time at YouthCare! For homeless young people this time of year can be lonely and difficult, but festive… Read More of “Thank You for Helping to Make the Holidays Bright!”
A Message of Thanksgiving
As I sit in my office reflecting over the past few weeks, there is so much to be thankful for. Despite significant federal budget cuts and expiring private funds, our… Read More of “A Message of Thanksgiving”
It’s not too late to help homeless youth this holiday season!
Fri, 12/16/2011 The holidays are a difficult time for the youth we serve. Your support helps show them that their community cares for them and that they are not forgotten.… Read More of “It’s not too late to help homeless youth this holiday season!”
Celebrating the holidays with YouthCare
Fri, 12/23/2011 Happy holidays from YouthCare. My name is Curtis Knopf, and this is my twelfth holiday season as program manager of Passages, YouthCare’s transitional living program for recently homeless… Read More of “Celebrating the holidays with YouthCare”
Put Your Name on Jason’s Card
Thu, 12/08/2011 When his YouthCare case manager asked Jason what he’d like for the holidays this year, he responded, “Oh, I just want a card.” His case manager asked if… Read More of “Put Your Name on Jason’s Card”