top of page
latest news
Check out select news here from the Friends of Youth community!
Media contact: communications@friendsofyouth.org
Search


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...
Dec 6, 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 29, 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...
Nov 8, 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 29, 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....
Aug 21, 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...
Jun 7, 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 23, 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 16, 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...
May 2, 2023


thank you for joining us to honor youth impacted by foster care
Thank you to all our supporters who participated in Friends of Youth's event on April 27, 2023! Last night, Friends of Youth hosted our...
Apr 28, 2023


thank you for partnering with us to ensure youth face zero days of vulnerability
Thank you to all our supporters who participated in Friends of Youths event on April 20, 2023! Last night, Friends of Youth hosted our...
Apr 21, 2023
bottom of page
