volunteer roundup | thank you for all you do!
Our Community at Work! Volunteers and supporters have been very busy the past couple of months. Our work is possible because of the...
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Media contact: Kathleen Miller | kathleen@friendsofyouth.org
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Dec 6, 2023
giving tree 2023 | thank you to all our partners and supporters!
Wow! We've had another year of an amazing Giving Tree campaign thanks to our fantastic partners and supporters. As many of our partners...
Dec 6, 2023
friends of youth's commitment to quality
Friends of Youth is committed to providing quality services to our communities. Every four years, our agency undergoes an extensive...
Nov 29, 2023
425 magazine mention | 25 organizations and efforts to wrap your arms around
Friends of Youth was honored to be included in a recent 425 Magazine article as one of 25 nonprofit organizations making a difference on...
Nov 8, 2023
ceo update | willows ribbon cutting ceremony event
On Saturday, October 28, 2023, Friends of Youth welcomed guests to witness the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Willows Youth Service...
Aug 29, 2023
support student success by donating to our school supply drive
School has started for many of our young people in the community. Help us send youth off to school ready for success. We are holding our...
Aug 29, 2023
ceo message | august 2023
As I reflect on our last fiscal year and collective efforts to ensure youth face zero days of vulnerability, I am grateful to have this...
Aug 29, 2023
upcoming opportunities to support youth and young adults during fall and winter holidays
Giving Thanks Grocery Store Gift Card Drive Families and young people celebrate Fall holidays in many ways, and we need your help to make...
Aug 29, 2023
willows youth services center nears completion
We are thrilled to be nearing completion of The Willows Youth Services Center in Kirkland. The two-story, 7,000-square-foot space will...
Aug 21, 2023
U.S. Senator Patty Murray Visits New Willows Youth Services Center
Friends of Youth was honored by U.S. Senator Patty Murray's recent visit this month to the new Willows Youth Service Center in Kirkland....
Jun 7, 2023
office of diversity, equity and inclusion (odei) | division update
We at Friends of Youth, are excited to announce a significant transition within our agency that marks a milestone in our journey towards...
Jun 7, 2023
ceo update | june 2023
Partner with us to support homeless youth and young adults at the new Willows Youth Services Center, the only emergency shelter for youth...
Jun 7, 2023
celebration of youth 2023 special event series wrap-up
Thanks for the dedication and hard work of our employees and everyone who attended and supported the Celebration of Youth special events...
Jun 7, 2023
volunteer and in-kind spotlight | thank you for all you do!
May was a great month for volunteer projects and in-kind donations thanks to a variety of groups: Assistance League of the Eastside; Bear...
Jun 7, 2023
recruitment updates
Friends of Youth Human Resources team continues to enhance our recruitment practices to attract new talent that embraces our agency’s...
Jun 7, 2023
friends of youth community june safety tip
June is National Safety Month, a time dedicated to ensuring safe and healthy working environments and preventing workplace accidents. The...
Jun 7, 2023
council on accreditation (coa) process
Friends of Youth is committed to ensuring quality program services so that youth have every opportunity to achieve success and experience...
May 23, 2023
celebration of youth video | foster care services
In collaboration with community partners, youth and employees, watch this video to learn first-hand about Friends of Youth's foster care...
May 16, 2023
celebration of youth video | homeless youth services
In collaboration with community partners, youth and employees, watch this video to learn first-hand about Friends of Youth's shelter and...
May 2, 2023
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene Delivers $1 million check for new Willows Youth Service Center
On Tuesday, May 2, Congresswoman DelBene (WA-01) delivered a $1 million check to Friends of Youth's President and CEO, Paul Lwali, for...
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