Nyomi’s Second Story

Nyomi

Every time “Nyomi” and her mom talked, it turned into an argument. Nyomi’s mom heard about Second Story for Teens in Crisis and reached out in an effort to improve her relationship with her daughter.

Delilah’s Second Story

Delilah

“Delilah” had been staying with an older man when her parents found her. At Second Story for Teens in Crisis she learned she deserved love and respect and returned home with a fresh perspective.

Eliza’s Second Story

Eliza

After “Eliza” lost everything, she moved to the United States to live with extended family. In the midst of her tension, Eliza came to Second Story for Teens in Crisis to begin her next chapter.

Claire’s Second Story

Claire

“Claire” ran away after enduring sexual abuse from a father she barely knew. Second Story for Teens in Crisis helped with Child Protective Services, counseling, schoolwork, and a new foster family.

Ryan’s Second Story

Ryan's Story

“Ryan’s” home was not safe for him. While Child Protective Services was locating a new home, Second Story for Teens in Crisis helped him navigate the unknowns of his future living situation.

Jack’s Second Story

Jack's Story

The truth was that “Jack” was a victim of exploitive child labor and other abuse. Read how Second Story for Teens in Crisis helped him find confidence as he moved to his foster family.

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!