Youth Stories

The Unspeakable Power in Nurturing Long-term Relationships

Building Trust, No Matter What

Celebrating Our 2020 Graduates

Vanessa's Success Story

Back to School During COVID-19

There is no better time in our lifetimes where mentoring matters the most.

Finding New Sparks in Our Youths

The creative process in our virtual artistic residency.

Virtual Music Lessons

Engaging with our youth during COVID-19.

Pride Month: Supporting Our Youth and Staff with Love and Affirmation

Our Friend Joe tells how Friends of the Children–Portland supports our LGBTQ+ youth and staff during Pride Month and always.

Friend: A Space for Safety and Love

Focusing on the complete transformation of each child.

Virtual Mentoring Can Be Challenging, But We Are Making It Work During COVID-19