September 2025 Newsletter
Milestones of our housed youth
Self-care at SPY
SPY’s first ever Fall Fest at The Penmar
Ways to advocate for youth in your community
At the core of Safe Place for Youth’s services is a team of dedicated Youth Advocates that go by the name of SPY Squad. This youth-led group is shaping the future of homeless services in Los Angeles. SPY Squad members draw on their lived experiences to take action. Their goal is systemic change.
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August 2025 Newsletter
Meals That Matter Campaign
SPY @ UCLA
A Pathway Home housing success
SPY Squad supporting the community
At Safe Place for Youth (SPY), volunteers provide more than just a helping hand. Our volunteers provide community to our members built on care, compassion, and connection. Whether they're serving a warm meal, beautifying the community garden, or leading a workshop, SPY volunteers are part of a deeply empathetic mission: to support young people navigating the challenges of homelessness and help them build brighter futures.
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At Safe Place for Youth (SPY), every young person who walks through our doors is met with caring staff, expansive programs, and opportunities to grow. We know that our youth may be navigating various challenges, whether it be trauma, life-transitions, or housing instability, our Clinical Program is one of the many vital ways we provide both immediate and long-term support.
Read MoreFor a young person experiencing homelessness, an invested adult can make the difference between a night spent outside or taking their first steps toward stability.
We spoke with Senior Director of Programs, Jessie Brown, and SPY Squad Member, Stefan, about their friendship, and how access to individualized support helped Stefan achieve success.
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