Story05.19.26

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.

Jennifer, a former resident of Covenant House.

Story05.19.26

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.

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

Story05.19.26

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.

Jackson moving into his ROPAL apartment at Covenant House Florida.

Story05.01.26

Regrouping and Refocusing at Covenant House Florida

Jackson had little prior job experience and was uncertain about his career path, but CHF provided him with the support he needed to move his goals forward.

Covenant House alumni walking at a college graduation.

Story04.13.26

Elijah Reaches for Academic and Career Goals

University of Mount St. Vincent senior and Covenant House New Jersey alum Elijah Garba shares his journey from homelessness to academic success.

At Covenant House Honduras, education was key to Alma for her healing and progress.

Story03.27.26

Alma’s Journey from Insecurity to Independence

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate Alma of Covenant House Honduras, showing what girls and young women overcoming homelessness and abuse can achieve.

Covenant House counselor meeting with a young woman.

Insight03.13.26

To Be Young, Woman and Homeless

This Women’s History Month, Covenant House honors the resilience of women experiencing homelessness while addressing the unique challenges they face.

Covenant House Illinois former homeless youth Vono

Story02.13.26

Youth Spotlight: Vono

Vono started coming to the CHIL Drop-In Center (YDC) in July 2024 and moved into our interim housing program in September 2024. In July 2025, he took a major step forward and moved into his very own apartment.

Insight01.21.26

Your Top 10 Covenant House Stories of 2025

In 2025, Covenant House blogs told a range of stories, including some about faith, parenting, and survival. Read on to learn what readers found most intriguing about our youth and mission last year.

Story01.12.26

Finding Home in Compassion

Gia came to Covenant House searching for connection and left with a new way to love, lead, and live.