From powerful statistics to personal stories that reflect the strength and determination of the young people we serve, we invite you to explore the impact of our work.
Behind every number is an extraordinary story. These 2024 stats don’t paint the full picture, but they reflect real moments of growth, connection, and hope.
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Our services support young people impacted by homelessness as they navigate their way toward housing and greater stability.
We partner with institutions to publish research that addresses the root causes of youth homelessness.
At My Friend’s Place, we know that belonging is at the heart of healing. When young people experiencing homelessness feel safe, accepted, and part of a community, they can begin to imagine—and build—a brighter future. To better understand how we’re fostering belonging, our Data & Impact team conducted surveys with young people at My Friend’s Place from January 8–12, 2024.
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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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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.
Read MoreFor decades now, My Friend's Place has been steadfast in serving our city's young people experiencing homelessness, welcoming them with open arms during times of crisis, vulnerability and need. I have seen firsthand the impact that MFP's support has had on countless young lives, not to mention the positive contributions MFP makes toward ensuring a safer, healthier neighborhood for all community stakeholders. The work performed by My Friend's Place is an essential service, led by an extraordinarily caring and compassionate group of staff and volunteers. If you care about the future of our city and helping our young people achieve their fullest potential, I urge you to join our community of support."
