News
Read more about what’s new with our programs, issues our work addresses, and other updates.
We are thankful for anyone able and willing to help us communicate our work. If you have creative ideas to help us spread the word about our mission or if you are a member of the press, we would love to talk to you. Please contact our Director of Marketing and Communications.
100% of Second Story’s Eligible Seniors Graduated
All nineteen eligible seniors from Second Story for Homeless Youth and the Culmore Teen Center graduated in 2020!
Connecting with Second Story
Many of you have asked for ways to help--thank you! Here is another way to get involved: become an ambassador!
Where We Stand on the Black Lives Matter Movement
Diversity and equality are values that have been at the heart of Second Story's mission since the beginning.
COVID-19 & Our Programs: Updates from the Frontlines
We working on the front lines with youth and families experiencing crises as COVID-19 brings more challenges.
Our COVID-19 Task Force
Learn about our special COVID-19 task force of community members like you who want to step up for those who need it most.
Update: COVID-19 and its Impact on Our Programs
Read how we are keeping everyone safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, most especially the vulnerable young people at Second Story.
Second Story Featured in “Abandoned: America’s Lost Youth and the Crisis of Disconnection” by Anne Kim
An entire chapter of this critical new book is dedicated to Second Story and how our work is helping address a crucial challenge.
Our Decade in Review
In 2020 we celebrate a new decade, and we're feeling extra thankful for all the ways we have grown over the past 10 years.
A Virtual Tour of Our Programs
See the spaces that host young people everyday to provide safe havens and opportunities to thrive...
How Second Story Helps Homeless Youth Graduate from High School
Read Colby's story and the supplemental interview with Meghan to learn how Second Story helps at every step of his journey.
Back to School Fair 2019
With your help, every August we give away backpacks filled with school supplies and celebrate a new school year.
A Day in the Life
Youth from our Safe Youth Projects are going on field trips, trying fun activities, and learning even while school is out.