As we help youth transition off the streets and into independent living, many of the young people we serve do not have any of the household items necessary in making a home. We hope to provide them with a welcoming gift basket upon arrival in their first apartment, filled with a few necessities and are […]
We’ve got a lot of great summer activities planned for the youth we serve. If you are interested in donating any of the items listed below, please bring them to our 1220 SW Columbia Street offices Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm or call Hana Sant at 503.517. 3900 for more information. Thank you! Sweatpants Closed-toe shoes/hiking boots (women’s […]
Youth transitioning out of foster care without a permanent home or family support face significant challenges including experiencing homelessness. (40% of the homeless youth in Oregon report a history in foster care.) Nationally, only about 10% of youth in care enroll in postsecondary education and only about 3% obtain a degree in comparison to 40% […]
After nearly two decades of working with sexual and gender minority youth, New Avenues for Youth and the SMYRC program know firsthand that the harassment and discrimination they experience commonly lead to adverse long-term impacts on their education, safety, mental health, well-being, and future socioeconomic status. Bridge 13 is a community education program that shares […]
On April 12th, we will be scooping up free cones at our Ben & Jerry’s PartnerShops as part of National Free Cone Day. But, thanks to the support of some special businesses and individuals, we’ll also be raising funds to support our job training and workforce development programs! The 6th Annual Scoop-A-Thon brings together “Scooper […]
On April 12th, we will be scooping up free cones at our Ben & Jerry’s PartnerShops as part of National Free Cone Day. But, thanks to the support of some special businesses and individuals, we’ll also be raising funds to support our job training and workforce development programs! The 6th Annual Scoop-A-Thon brings together “Scooper […]
Thanks to another Scooper Hero in our community – Webtrends – and employees like David Sinner who believe in giving youth a chance and the opportunity to learn.
Learn how tech mentors are helping youth in our job training program learn new skills
Meet Ryan Moor, founder of Ryonet – a screen printing supplier – and supporter of New Avenues…
KGW is one of our Scooper Heroes, and Caryn Lilley is not only one of their valued employees but she’s also been a long-time member of our Employer Advisory Board. We asked Caryn to reflect on her first job experience and why she and KGW are committed to being part of the solution to ending […]
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