Kerry’s Second Story

Kerry

When “Kerry” and her mom got evicted and living in a motel became tight, Kerry’s depression grew. She began sleeping on the streets. Second Story for Teens in Crisis provided support and a new start.

Henry’s Second Story

Henry

“Henry” ran away several times from his foster family. When Henry turned 18, he would have nowhere to go. Instead, staff at Second Story for Teens in Crisis prepared Henry for a self-sufficient adulthood.

Kate’s Second Story

Kate

After running away from home at 16, “Kate” left stress at home, but found more danger. She found safety and counseling at Second Story for Teens in Crisis then found a home for sexually-exploited girls.

Meghan’s and Jennifer’s Second Stories (Video)

Meghan

“Meghan” got kicked out when she became pregnant. “Jennifer” lived with an abusive father. They found Second Story for Homeless Youth and now dream about their futures, careers, and hopes to create safe families.

Johnny and Merrill’s Second Story

Johnny and Merril

In the 1970s Second Story’s predecessor got Johnny off the streets and into stable housing. Two decades later his daughter Merrill was struggling with a horrifying secret. He knew just where to find help.

The Haywards’ Second Story

The Haywards

“Sam” and “Anna” were expected to manage younger siblings, which led to acting out. A break at Second Story for Teens in Crisis gave them better ways to manage frustration and helped their whole family.

Kiki’s Second Story

Kiki

“Kiki” often left for a few days when conflict arose. This time she found something much worse: human trafficking. Then she found Second Story for Teens in Crisis, a safe stop on her journey to healing.

Zoe’s Second Story

Zoe

“Zoe’s” parents were abusive, and she needed a place where she was safe. Read how Second Story for Teens in Crisis provided security and counseling before she found a stable home with a family member.

Trinity’s Second Story

Trinity

“Trinity” had dreams and determination, did well and enjoyed school, but her life at home was spinning out of control. Read how finding Second Story for Teens in Crisis got her back on track.

Andrea’s Second Story

Andrea

“Andrea’s” second story began with the hotline. She was on the run, exhausted, and hungry. Once she confided in counselors at Second Story for Teens in Crisis, everything started getting better.

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!