activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 5
- Aftercare Services Post-Program Aftercare SupportOffers aftercare services for up to one year to students who have previously participated in the program.
- Comprehensive Support for Homeless High School StudentsProvides basic needs and services, including case management, housing assistance, educational resources (fees, computers, Wi-Fi), school supplies, hygiene products, clothing, employment resources, vital documents, health insurance enrollment, medical co-pays, prescriptions, and post-graduation assistance (FAFSA, college applications) to high school students identified under the McKinney-Vento Act to support academic success and graduation.
- Counseling ServicesProvides counseling services to youth.
- Food Stamp Application AssistanceAssists youth in obtaining food stamps.
- Host Family Program for Unaccompanied YouthConnects unaccompanied youth with host families for safe housing and food, complemented by case management services provided by HYC.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Barrier Reduction for Academic Success barrier_reductionThe organization operates an education-based program that removes barriers for high school students experiencing homelessness, providing basic needs and services to support their academic success and graduation.
- Community Collaboration for Comprehensive Support community_collaborationThe organization collaborates with a wide range of community stakeholders, including educators, government agencies, churches, corporations, and service organizations, to provide holistic support for youth experiencing homelessness.
- Host Family Housing with Case Management host_family_housingThe organization operates a voluntary Host Family Housing program that provides stipends to host families offering housing and support to unaccompanied youth, complemented by dedicated case management services from the organization.
- Youth-Centered and Responsive Support youth_centered_approachThe organization actively listens to youth to understand their individual needs and delivers tailored solutions for their success, offering flexible service delivery through school-based or virtual appointments.
named programs · 10
what they call their work
Aftercare Services
Offers support for up to one year after high school graduation.
Basic Needs Support
Provides school supplies, hygiene products, and basic clothing.
Case Management
Provides individualized support and guidance to students.
Educational Resources
Assists with class fees, elective or club fees, computers, Wi-Fi access, and other educational expenses.
Employment Resources
Offers resources to help students find employment.
Health Services Assistance
Assists with health insurance enrollment, medical co-pays, and prescriptions.
Host Family Housing Program
Connects unaccompanied youth with caring adults who provide safe housing and support, with HYC delivering case management services and providing a stipend to host families.
Housing Assistance and Referrals
Helps students find safe housing solutions, including referrals and the Host Family Housing Program.
Post-Graduation Assistance
Provides support with FAFSA applications and college application fees.
Vital Documents Assistance
Helps students obtain birth certificates and ID cards.
relationships · 4
who they work with
- Duncan Family Farms Partner — Pete Guerrero, COO of Duncan Family Farms, notes HYC's strong community partnerships in helping youth continue their education or enter the workforce.
- Insight Partner — Brandon Ramsey, Solutions Executive at Insight, supports HYC's mission.
- Transformation Community Church (TCC AZ) Partner — Supports HYC's mission to transform the lives of youth.
- high schools Partner — Partners with high schools to provide basic needs and educational resources to students in transition.