Digital Equity Beyond the Classroom Walls $25,000 grant from Verizon to support working with youth in STEM projects and transform our NE Portland building into the Center for Excellence.
Our 2019 Impact Report is Here! 60,179 hours of direct service by Friends. 54 new youth enrolled. 21 new program graduates. Thanks to all who made 2019 a year of growth and grit.
Let's Talk About Pride Friends held a community viewing of the film "State of Pride" and held a discussion focused on how we can best serve our LGBTQ+ youth.
Welcoming Our New Kindergarten Class This Spring, we are ecstatic to enroll 29 kindergartners into our program, and we can't wait to build a foundation for a long-term relationship, 12+ years.
Equity Matters: Resources to Educate Yourself about Racial Injustice We demand equity to all our youth because they matter. We serve 77 percent youth of color, and 29 percent are Black/African American.
Statement on the Tragedy in Minneapolis and Protests Across the Country We are saddened by the recent tragic events in Minneapolis. We extend our deepest sympathies and heartfelt support to those affected.
Traci Rossi, Seasoned Nonprofit Leader Named Executive Director Friends of the Children–Portland announced today that Traci Rossi, experienced community and nonprofit leader, will lead the founding chapter in Portland.
Dismantling Heteronormative Assumptions A statement from a Professional Mentor called a Friend noting the misinformation and cyclical toxic ideas and behaviors directed at the queer community.
Preparing Our Youth for College This spring will have a lasting impression on everyone, and it has impacted the spring fanfare for our graduating high school seniors.
Virtual Pride Month Celebration This year's celebration of Pride Month is different as we virtually celebrate and engage Pride with our Friends of the Children youth and staff.