Close-up photo of Edwin at Covenant House Mexico, surrounded by greenery and a stone wall.

Story07.01.26

A Life-Changing Decision

At just 16 years old, Edwin found himself having to make a decision that would impact the rest of his life: Whether or not to enter Covenant House.

Story06.26.26

What They Couldn't Take from Jasmine

Robbed at gunpoint, Jasmine lost her car and everything in it, but the thieves couldn’t take her determination. Now living at Covenant House Texas, Jasmine has decided her story is still hers to tell.

Sleep Out: Stage & Screen participants pause for photo before they Sleep Out on the terrace at Covenant House New York.

News06.24.26

New Leadership for 2026 Stage & Screen Sleep Out

 Covenant House welcomes a new generation of changemakers to lead 2026 Stage & Screen Sleep Out and ensure every young person has a safe place to sleep and thrive.

Mykel, through Covenant House New Orleans, was able to find sanctuary after being thrown out of her home for coming out.

Story06.22.26

Mykel’s Story: From Rejection to Safety

After coming out, Mykel was forced from home. At Covenant House New Orleans, she, like all LGBTQ+ youth facing homelessness, found safety, respect, and support.

Jennifer, a former resident of Covenant House.

Story06.22.26

I’m Just Me: Jen’s Story of Pride, Truth, and Living Out Loud

Jen shares her journey as an LGBTQ+ youth finding pride, safety, and self-acceptance at Covenant House while also learning to live fully as herself.

Story06.22.26

Rewriting the Binary: My Journey Home

Facing rejection and homelessness as an LGBTQ+ youth, Marcelle found safety, identity, and belonging at Covenant House and began living openly without fear.

Mark, a former Covenant House New York resident, walking throughout Times Square.

Story06.22.26

Pride, in His Own Time: Mark Stands in Who He Is

Mark shares his journey as an LGBTQ+ youth finding acceptance, identity, and community at Covenant House while learning to live openly without fear or shame.