Friends of the Children Celebrates World Champion Gymnast and National Ambassador Simone Biles at 30th Anniversary Gala
Gala Raises $3 Million to Support Youth Mentoring Programs that Drive Generational Change
Gala Raises $3 Million to Support Youth Mentoring Programs that Drive Generational Change
The Center was funded, in part, through a Congressionally Directed Spending award to build on the successful model that has expanded to 41 locations nationwide
Support from U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, and U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer will support creation of National Center of Excellence for Paid Professional Mentoring
Leaders from 36 communities representing youth from more than 650 U.S. schools called on Members of Congress to pass a bill prioritizing youth impacted by foster care, mental health issues and other systemic barriers
Program pairs youth with paid, professional mentors for 12+ years
Fridia selected for her extensive advocacy within tribal communities and organizations, including Indigenous youth
Leaders from nearly 30 communities representing youth from more than 500 U.S. schools called on Members of Congress to prioritize youth impacted by foster care, mental health issues and other systemic barriers
At a special ‘Breakfast of Champions’ event, Friends of the Children announces a new Houston chapter under the leadership of Executive Director Brandon T. Denton
Historic gift will provide thousands more youth with a paid, professional mentor for 12+ years and establish a National Center of Excellence