Youth Stories

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

Foster Care Awareness Month

Friend Jeff K. shares his experience serving our youth in foster care during COVID-19.

A Sense of Belonging

Two teens at Friends aim to create a sense of belonging for younger program youth.

Distance Learning, It's a Challenge

"Jiu-Jitsu Is For Girls"

Youth leads the way for other girls to practice martial arts.

Problem-Solver Extraordinaire

Out of school and in the streets, but that's not what defines Sonja.

Autumn Meets and Spooky Treats

Raking in the fall fun.

Working with SW Washington Youth

What it's like to work with our SW Washington youth and how it differs from our Portland youth.