Second Story

Starting the day off right! A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Christ Central Presbyterian Church for bringing in a delicious breakfast for the youth at our Second Story for Teens in Crisis emergency home.

A hot meal is such a comforting way to start the morning, and it reminds our youth that they have a whole community cheering them on. We are so grateful for your kindness!

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is projected to shatter all records as the largest betting event in history.

With soccer fever everywhere, sports betting has been completely normalized on our social media feeds. But parents and educators need to know that this massive tournament is a major entry point for youth.

Watch our 45-minute Learning Series session for a full breakdown of online youth gambling and practical safety strategies:

Betting on Risk: What Families Need to Know About Online Gaming Culture | Learning Series With the massive rise of sports betting apps and mobile gaming plat...

Looking for a quick, hands-on way to give back this summer? Join us for a casual, drop-in volunteer event to help local youth and families in crisis. Bring a donation, help us load up, and make a tangible difference!

📅 When: Saturday, July 12th
📍 Where: St Dunstan's Episcopal Church Parking Lot (1830 Kirby Rd, McLean, VA)
🎟️ Admission: FREE & all ages welcome! Drop in anytime.

Register: https://buff.ly/oTfvL53

The past year has been very challenging for local nonprofits, including Second Story. While we’re doing everything possible behind the scenes, we’re asking our supporters to help with one last push as our fiscal year comes to a close.

We want to keep you informed and engage you in the conversation because we believe that solutions are possible when we work together.

Consider donating today and helping us spread the word: https://buff.ly/wDoVekK