词条 | StandUp for Kids |
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MissionThe stated mission of StandUp For Kids is to "End the Cycle of Youth Homelessness" StandUp For Kids volunteers work directly with the homeless youth population and go on the streets to find, stabilize, and otherwise help homeless and street kids. StandUp For Kids also provides deterrence and resource programs in schools and via the internet. OrganizationStandUp For Kids is run almost entirely by volunteers, who fill a variety of positions including Executive Director, Public Relations Manager, Community Resource Director, Outreach and Apartment Support Directors, and Adult Training Directors. StandUp For Kids is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, US[2] and has offices in other large cities, including Seattle, WA and Houston, TX. National Homeless Youth Awareness MonthNovember was officially declared as National Homeless Youth Awareness Month by the United States Congress on July 11, 2007. National Homeless Youth Awareness Month was first officially recognized in November 2007. References1. ^YouthNoise, StandUp For Kids and Virgin Mobile USA Launch Innovative Alliance to Help At-Risk Youth 2. ^You Have Chosen to Remember: A Journey from Perception to Knowledge, Peace of Mind and Joy by author James Blanchard Cisneros - Information on Stand Up for Kids External links
4 : 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations|Youth-led organizations|Homelessness organizations|Homelessness in the United States |
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