Every Tuesday, we like to share transformation stories of the youth here at Covenant House! This way, our partners and supporters can see how we make a difference together. No matter how big or small the accomplishment, we celebrate every step forward. Today’s transformations come out of our Rapid Rehousing Program: Amidst COVID-19, experiencing homelessness has certainly been a roller …
Q&A With Alison Kear – Executive Director Covenant House Alaska
We sat down with Executive Director – Alison Kear for her thoughts on the pandemic’s impact on the residents and staff of Covenant House Alaska. Q: Alison, it’s been awhile since we have been able to sit down and get a full run down of what’s happening at Covenant House Alaska. So… how have things been the last 6 months? …
Employee Spotlight: Longtime Chief Operating Officer Takes Position with Covenant House International
Meet Carlette Mack. Although, if you’ve interacted with Covenant House Alaska in the last 25 years you likely already know and love her. After receiving both her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University, Carlette started at Covenant House Alaska as an intern. At the time, her mother Mildred (whom Carlette affectionately calls MammaMack) was a case manager here at Covey. Carlette says, “I have always thought it was a …
August Cornerstone Donor Spotlight: ConocoPhillips Alaska
ConocoPhillips continues to show their support for Covenant House Alaska because they believe what we believe: Everyone deserves a chance to succeed.
July Cornerstone Donor Spotlight: Cook Inlet Housing Authority
At Cook Inlet Housing, we truly believe that everyone has value and everyone matters—you matter. Never give up on your dreams, we believe in you!
LGBTQ Youth Homelessness—Why It Matters and How You Can Help
Imagine being a young person who, after coming out to your parents as LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer) or even after trying to discuss your sexuality, is told to pack your bags and get out. Imagine being a target for violence in your family home, and having no choice but to leave to protect yourself. The people who are …
Volunteer Spotlight: Rights of Passage Mentor, Ginger Kane
“I’ve always enjoyed working with kids. I used to coach girls’ soccer teams, so being able to give feedback in a helpful and useful way is something I felt confident in. It was a good fit for me at that time in my life. So I applied to become a mentor and began spending one day a week at ROP.”
Monthly Cornerstone Donor Spotlight: TOTE Maritime Alaska
“One of the most important things to our company is giving back to the communities that we serve,” Greene says, “We really take pride in that.”
Volunteer Spotlight: John Beaton
John Beaton is a passionate guitar player who has been volunteering at Covenant House Alaska since December of 2017.
Stronger on the Other Side
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, Covenant House Alaska has supported over 200 youth with immediate shelter, independent living situations, meals, and connection to resources. We’ve provided mental health and physical health care, supported emotional wellbeing, and fostered education opportunities to students as they continued school outside of the classroom. While the doors of many other organizations and businesses …
