friends of youth wins the vikki hoffman award!

We are proud to share that Friends of Youth has received the 2025 Vicky Hoffman Legacy Award from Influence the Choice, in recognition of our longstanding commitment to youth wellness and equitable services in the Issaquah community.

The award was presented at the Issaquah Chamber Community Awards on June 3, 2025, where we were honored for our leadership in providing mental health and substance use support for students in the Issaquah School District. Friends of Youth was recognized for our critical work supporting unhoused youth and young adults across the region and our unwavering commitment to our mission, values and the communities we serve.

We are deeply grateful for this recognition and for our partnership with Influence the Choice, which has remained strong since their founding in 2010. We remain united in our commitment to building a healthier, more hopeful future—one where every young person, no matter their background, circumstances, or identity, has the opportunity to thrive.