News
Read more about what's new with our programs, issues our work addresses like trafficking, homelessness, and poverty, and updates on our work and your support.
We are thankful for anyone able and willing to help us communicate our work. If you have creative ideas to help us spread the word through social media, print, television, an online publication, or another medium, or if you are a member of the press, we would love to talk to you. Please contact our Communications Manager.
Teens Raise Awareness about Opioid Epidemic Through Art
Second Story's Youth Council shares unique perspectives through art.
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Substance Abuse Among Local Youth: It Affects All of Us
Join us for a virtual Second Story Learning Series Event Substance Abuse Among Local Youth: It Affects All of Us. June 11, 2024 from Noon to 1:00 PM ET via Zoom Registration required Youth opioid overdoses in Fairfax County continue to rise. The headlines confirm we’re losing local students and unsuspecting youth to this epidemic.
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Learning Center
Second Story invites you to explore the early stages of our new Learning Center.
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We Made an Impact in Fiscal Year 2023
View some highlights and read about "authentic" efforts to be there for young people.
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Second Story Featured on Public TV
The story highlights a 17-year life expectancy gap between local affluent communities versus "islands of disadvantage."
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Second Story Thanks You!
On behalf of our staff, the young people we serve, and the families we work with, thank you!
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Second Story in the News
Second Story is proud to have been featured in recent local and national news. Below is a round up. “20 DC-Area Charities Where Your Donations Will Impact the Local Community,” Washingtonian: Second Story is proud to be featured in the Washingtonian’s summary of nonprofits making a local impact. All organizations have been vetted by Spur Local,
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Shirvan Challenges YOU this Holiday Season!
Second Story Board Member Shirvan Joseph challenges YOU to make a difference this holiday season.
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Give with Confidence this Holiday Season
Read our Board President's annual holiday letter and learn about our top ratings from charity-vetting organizations.
ReadHoliday Gifts for Youth
Every year Second Story gives a few holiday gifts to the youth in our programs to help make their holidays brighter, and we need your help to make it happen.
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We earned a 100% from Charity Navigator
The world’s largest and most trusted nonprofit evaluator gave Second Story a perfect score!
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Donate Thanksgiving Baskets
Donate Thanksgiving baskets this holiday season and help feed a family of six through Second Story's Community Based programs.
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2023 Beacon of Hope Recap
On October 25, 2023, our community came together in support of local youth and families in need. We heard powerful testimonials from individuals who know first-hand how support can make a difference in one’s life. Thank you to all who attended, volunteered, and sponsored our event. You helped us raise over $250,000! That amount will
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