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    Latinx-Hispanic Heritage Month 2025

    During Latinx-Hispanic Heritage Month, we honored the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Latinx communities.

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    Friend Fest Event Recap

    This month, My Friend's Place launched a new event called Friend Fest, bringing together local businesses, friend and community groups, and families for a community-driven fundraising experience to help end youth homelessness. 

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    Same Mission, New Look: Our new branding and website!

    We’re excited to welcome you into the next chapter of My Friend’s Place as we unveil our new branding and website. 

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    Ending Youth Homelessness is About Relationships

    Drop-in centers are safe havens for youth experiencing homelessness. We examine drop-in centers within a positive youth development (PYD) framework to explore the role social connections with staff on the psychosocial development and stability of youth experiencing homelessness.

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    Nonprofits Making a Difference: Christian Quijano and Chino Quinlan on Youth Homelessness

    In this episode of Foster Care, Adoption, and Beyond: Untold Stories, Christian Quijano of My Friend’s Place and Chino Quinlan of the LA LGBT Center share powerful stories of resilience and insight into how dedicated staff and lived experience drive real change.

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    Empowering Young People Through Voter Education in the 2024 Election

    This election season, My Friend’s Place supported young people in becoming active participants in our democracy. Through our voter education efforts, more than 30 young people registered to vote in California—including 17 first-time voters. Their enthusiasm and commitment to shaping their futures inspires us and underscores the importance of making civic engagement accessible for all.

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