Our House Is Full - But The Need Is Growing

As the state’s largest youth shelter, Covenant House Alaska is a place of refuge for kids all across the state – kids who don’t feel safe at home. Last year alone, Covenant House Alaska served over 3,100 youth – a 15 percent increase from 2006. In fact, our Crisis Center has experienced a 58 percent increase in our average daily census over 3 years. For more information, download a copy of our FY08 Fact Sheet.

Of these kids, many were dealing with mental illness, substance abuse issues, and lack of affordable housing. They came from all over the state, as well as a diverse range of backgrounds. For example, 39 percent were Alaska Native, 42 percent were female, 52 percent were male. And 100 percent were 20 years old or younger.

Every year, we take in more kids like these and, now, our house is full. However, the need continues to grow. To make sure Alaska’s kids have someplace to go, we are looking to build a new home – and you can help. To learn more about this important project, download a copy of our capital project summary.

To show your support, please consider making a donation to Covenant House Alaska. We also encourage you to contact the Alaska Governor or contact your legislator to voice your support for the much-needed services Covenant House provides.

We – and the kids we serve – thank you.