Giving Homeless Youth a Path Forward: AYA's Direct Cash Transfer Pilot in West Michigan

A youth enters and beats a homeless person in Essen. According to the verdict, there was no reason for this. Now there are consequences.

Cash assistance program helps Tucson youth avoid homelessness

As University of Arizona students toss their caps and prepare for life after college, many are focused on their next job or city. But for some, the most urgent concern is housing.For 22-year-old Valeria Mendoza, graduation last spring wasnt just a celebration it was a turning point marked by the fear of homelessness."I was so scared. I was really nervous. I literally didn't know what I had to do," Mendoza said.Mendoza has known housing instabili…

Giving Homeless Youth a Path Forward: AYA's Direct Cash Transfer Pilot in West Michigan

AYA Youth Collective is advancing efforts to combat youth homelessness with the introduction of a pioneering cash distribution program in West Michigan.Youth homelessness remains a significant issue in the region, according to Anthony Ochoa, communications and engagement manager for AYA Youth Collective."We know that in Kent County every night, give or take, there are about 200 youth that are experiencing category one homelessness, which means t…