StandUp for Kids - Orange County

StandUp for Kids - Orange County Committed to Ending the Cycle of Youth Homelessness! http://standupforkids.org/OrangeCounty StandUp for Kids is run almost entirely by volunteers.

In addition to helping homeless and at-risk youth with immediate necessities such as food, clothing, shelter and personal hygiene, StandUp for Kids offers a wide array of services, including: assistance in finding housing; education assistance; vocational development; counseling; health services; transportation to self-help meetings; and legal assistance. Our target population is homeless and at-r

isk youth in between the ages of 12 and 24. A non-profit documentary about the unexpectedly harrowing experience of being a homeless youth in one of America's wealthiest counties. http://vimeo.com/7018434

We are proud to share that 100% of the high school seniors in our programs graduated this year! 🎓This milestone represen...
06/04/2026

We are proud to share that 100% of the high school seniors in our programs graduated this year! 🎓

This milestone represents years of hard work, perseverance, and determination. Each graduate has overcome challenges, stayed committed to their goals, and reached an important milestone on their journey.

We are honored to have walked alongside these incredible young people and cannot wait to see what comes next for each of them.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your future is bright, and we are so proud of all you have accomplished! 💜

Every number represents a young person, a story, and a future filled with possibility.As we reflect on the impact made i...
05/29/2026

Every number represents a young person, a story, and a future filled with possibility.

As we reflect on the impact made in 2025, we are incredibly grateful for every donor, volunteer, mentor, partner, and supporter who helped make this work possible. Because of this community, youth in Orange County received meals, mentorship, guidance, crisis support, educational assistance, and so much more.

Thank you for believing in our mission and for continuing to show up for the young people we serve! 💜

We’re excited to share that StandUp for Kids will once again be one of the featured nonprofit partners at myTOD’s Battle...
05/22/2026

We’re excited to share that StandUp for Kids will once again be one of the featured nonprofit partners at myTOD’s Battle of the Paddle on June 12!

We’re so grateful to myTOD for continuing to include and support our organization through this fun and meaningful event. Battle of the Paddle brings together Orange County’s HR community for a day of connection, friendly competition, and giving back to organizations making an impact for local youth.

Whether you’re playing in the tournament or cheering from the sidelines, we’d love to see you there supporting our mission and the young people we serve.

Register today and join us on the courts: https://www.mytod.io/hrgivers/

A few weeks ago, we shared the story of a youth in our program who was accepted to medical school. This week, he headed ...
05/21/2026

A few weeks ago, we shared the story of a youth in our program who was accepted to medical school. This week, he headed to the East Coast to begin an internship before starting this next chapter in the fall.

Before he left, You Run This Town Foundation OC visited our office to present him with two incredible scholarships, including the Dr. David Noya Scholarship for Future Healers and Medical First Responders.

We are deeply grateful to You Run This Town for their continued partnership and for investing so meaningfully in the futures of young people in our programs. Opportunities like this remind our youth that their hard work, perseverance, and dreams are seen and supported by their community.

We cannot wait to see all that he accomplishes in the years ahead! 💜

Because of our incredible runners, fundraisers, donors, and supporters, our team raised $4,360 during the 2026 Hoag OC M...
05/20/2026

Because of our incredible runners, fundraisers, donors, and supporters, our team raised $4,360 during the 2026 Hoag OC Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K!

Every mile completed and every dollar raised helps support youth in our community through mentorship, housing support, meals, workshops, and the resources they need to move toward stability and independence.

Thank you to everyone who ran, donated, cheered on our team, and helped make this impact possible. We are so grateful to be part of such a caring and supportive community! 💜

Graduation season should be a time for celebration, but for many youth facing housing instability, the costs tied to pro...
05/14/2026

Graduation season should be a time for celebration, but for many youth facing housing instability, the costs tied to prom, senior activities, cap and gowns, yearbooks, and graduation fees can put these milestone moments out of reach.

These experiences are about so much more than just one event. They represent hard work, resilience, and everything students have overcome to get to this point.

With support from our community, we can help make sure youth feel included, celebrated, and able to participate alongside their peers as the school year comes to a close!

Together, we can help students celebrate the moments they have worked so hard for: https://www.standupforkids.org/orange-county/donate/

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For youth facing homelessness, mental health challenges are often compounded by tr...
05/13/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. For youth facing homelessness, mental health challenges are often compounded by trauma, instability, and isolation.

At StandUp for Kids, we’re committed to creating safe spaces, supportive relationships, and access to care because every young person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued. 💜

Last week, some of our high school youth spent time connecting through group lunches, workshop activities, and mock inte...
05/07/2026

Last week, some of our high school youth spent time connecting through group lunches, workshop activities, and mock interviews.

These moments help youth build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect with supportive adults and peers in a comfortable environment. Through our school based programs, case managers are able to meet students where they are and provide guidance before challenges grow into crises.

Whether it is practicing interview skills, participating in group activities, or simply sharing a meal together, these spaces help youth feel supported, connected, and encouraged as they work toward their future!

Good luck to all of our OC Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K half and full marathon runners today!We’re cheering you on ev...
05/03/2026

Good luck to all of our OC Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K half and full marathon runners today!

We’re cheering you on every mile and so grateful for the dedication you’ve shown in support of youth in our community! 💜

Good luck to all of our OC Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K 5K runners today!We’re cheering you on every step of the way a...
05/02/2026

Good luck to all of our OC Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K 5K runners today!

We’re cheering you on every step of the way and so grateful for the miles you’re running in support of youth in our community! 💜

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1055 El Camino Drive Ste E
Costa Mesa, CA
92626

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