We are urging housing and homeless response assistance and services funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) to be accessible and implemented equitably for our nation's most vulnerable children, youth, and families. On March 30, in collaboration with our partners First Focus on Children, SchoolHouse Connection, and Family [...]
"WE DID IT! This bill moves us forward in our work to prevent and end youth and young adult homelessness with the inclusion of two of our priorities, $800 million for youth experiencing homelessness to the U.S. Department of Education and the extension of the Earned-Income Tax Credit [...]
Download the Tip Sheet Cash going directly to youth experiencing homelessness has been shown to significantly help these youth stabilize and exit homelessness. Economic Stimulus Payments are one way to get cash directly to young people who need it the most. We know that young people and those helping [...]
Thank you for taking action and contacting your senators! Senate Passes COVID bill with $800 Million for Homeless Children and Youth. Today, the Senate passed H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, sending the $1.9 trillion package back to the House for final adoption. Senators approved by voice vote [...]
The Economic Aid Act, P.L. 116-260, which became law in December 2020 as part of the 2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act, rebooted the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) with $284.5 billion in fresh funding. On January 13, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) released procedural guidance that details PPP borrowers' requirements [...]
Dear Friends, I imagine that if you are like us, you are shocked by the events that have unfolded in our U.S. Capitol today. National Network for Youth strongly condemns the assault on our U.S. Capitol by pro-Trump extremists who were incited by the president’s ongoing, baseless claims of [...]
H.R. 133, Consolidated Appropriations Act, which was signed into law on December 27th. This is a summary for our partners in this work to ensure a safe place to call home for every young person in America. WHAT IS MISSING FROM THE RELIEF BILL No additional funding or flexibility [...]
The National Network for Youth works to address and respond to youth homelessness and in doing so recognizes the systemic oppression that has been institutionalized and continues to impact black and brown lives. Now is the time for each and every one of us to look within and ask [...]
Clearly, you might. You clicked on the link based on the title alone and this is an encouraging sign. In reality you may be doing great. You may have your mediation techniques mastered and your Calm app on your phone may be your best friend. You may prioritize walks [...]
Words matter! After having a discussion with advocates on the importance of aftercare services to end youth homelessness, I began to think that maybe we have it all wrong. Traditional services are very linear in delivery. This linear approach of before-care services, in-care services, and after-care services miss the [...]
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