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 …
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 …
Walking Through Barriers: Congratulations to our 2020 Graduates
High school students in their senior year of high school have struggled through the adjustments made by school closures that were prompted by COVID-19. They have been removed from their classrooms and isolated from their classmates and their teachers. Extracurricular activities and milestone moments like prom or commencement ceremonies have been cancelled. The graduates from our programs have experienced these …
Covey Kitchen Staff Hold It Down During Hunker Down
With four full time essential kitchen staff who don’t all work the same shifts, it has been a challenge without the support of volunteers.
