Amyah, a former resident at Covenant House California, stands in the doorway of one of CHC's shelters.

Story11.06.26

Amyah Kept Her Grip, and Now She Holds the Keys

Amyah arrived at Covenant House California with $30 and barely enough gas to get there. A year later, she had her own apartment through affordable-for-youth housing.

Story11.02.26

What They Couldn't Take from Jasmine

During Youth Homelessness Awareness Month, read Jasmine’s story of resilience and how, at Covenant House Texas, she was able to find safety and support.

Regina Jennings and a Covenant House Georgia staff member show off a hand-knit emotional support chicken.

Story10.28.26

A Flock of Comfort: The Story Behind Covenant House's Emotional Support Chickens

99 knitters made more than 130 hand-knit emotional support chickens to comfort youth experiencing homelessness at Covenant House sites across the federation.

Covenant House Georgia and CHI staff pose with comfort koalas in a gymnasium at the close of a YMHFA course in 2022. The koala is a nod to Australia, where YMHFA originated.

Insight10.22.26

Youth Mental Health First Aid Grows Across Covenant House

Learn how Youth Mental Health First Aid training prepares Covenant House staff to recognize and support young people experiencing a mental health crisis.

Joy, a former resident of Covenant House Toronto.

Insight10.21.26

Former Covenant House Toronto Youth Speaks at the U.N.

Joy once arrived at Covenant House unsure of what came next. On World Homeless Day, she shared her experience at a UN webinar focused on ending homelessness.

Insight10.15.26

Choosing Safety, Choosing a Future

To mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Covenant House alum Leora shares how she escaped abuse and found safety, stability, and a future of her own.

Young girl, Covenant House Honduras resident, holds a stuffed bear in the office of mental health staff.

Story10.08.26

No Longer Defined by the Past

Moncada’s difficult childhood left her feeling guarded and alone, but with constant support from Covenant House Honduras, she’s ready to define her own future.

Covenant House staff, youth, and supporters gather on steps of the Capitol on Hill Day 2025.

News10.07.26

One Movement, One Day: Covenant House Goes to Capitol Hill

This month, Covenant House youth, staff, and leaders carried one message to lawmakers in Washington: No young person should ever have to face homelessness alone.

Felipe walks among the glitter of lights at a chopping mall.

Story09.29.26

Felipe Chooses ‘Option C’

After years of abuse by his uncles, Felipe found the love and support he needed at Covenant House Mexico to choose life over the horror of his past.

CHNY youth artist in beret explains a piece of art he created to patrons standing around a table with various works.

News09.28.26

Creativity Takes Centerstage at CHNY Youth Art Show

At Covenant House New York’s fourth annual Youth Art Show, young artists shared their work, while patrons bid on pieces and supported them directly.