2023 Beacon of Hope Recap

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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 go directly to our programs. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Thank you to Fairfax County’s Board of Supervisors and Chairman McKay for your support. Prior to our event, Chairman McKay wrote “On behalf of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, I’d like to offer my support and appreciation for the amazing work done by Second Story.” Read Chairman McKay’s full letter of support here.

Thank you to all of our volunteers and dedicated mission-based sponsors who make serving our young people possible!

SEIA was year’s Title Sponsor. SEIA has partnered with Second Story since 2017. In addition to offering financial support, SEIA has invested their time by helping to empower our youth to educate them on the importance of financial literacy. SEIA’s mission is to provide clients with a partnership that complements and exceeds their long-term goals and objectives. To learn more about SEIA, visit their website.

2023 BOH Recap

Need Help?

If you need help right away, our 24/7 hotline provides support and referrals to services in the Washington DC metro area.
Call 1-800-SAY-TEEN or text “TEENHELP” to 855-11

Your Impact

We make every dollar count. The direct support of young people, their families and their communities, is our first priority. Here are examples of how your donation may be used.

$20,000

  • Three high school students experiencing homelessness receive a full year of rental assistance and support services so they can remain in school and graduate with their class.

$1,000

  • One teenager receives a safe haven, warm bed, food, and round-the-clock support for five nights at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Eight months of therapy for a young woman in the Second Story for Young Mothers program.

$500

  • One teen receives daily counseling during a three-week stay at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Twenty counseling sessions for the children and teens who are at-risk and participating in our after-school programs.

$100

  • Three teens receive a therapy session at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, or
  • Two weeks of food for a young mother and her child at Second Story for Young Mothers.

Thank you for your support!