Covenant House Alaska

10/20/2026

November is National Youth Homelessness Awareness Month.

Join us as we start off the month with an Open House and discover how you can get involved with helping homeless youth in your community.

- Thursday, November 5
- 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- 755 A Street (enter through the side door, up the ramp at 8th and A)

RSVP: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/c7d321bd91754a8392ccec45e07d9dc8

We will host 20-minute presentations at 2 and 4 p.m. on the Assessment for Independence Readiness (AIR), a tool our team developed to understand how youth progress through services and to predict outcomes when youth are matched with certain interventions.

Learn how AIR was developed and how its findings have improved both our interventions and the experience of the youth in our care.

We hope to see you there!

10/16/2026

Temperatures are dropping in Anchorage, with snow in the forecast soon.

Warm, comfortable everyday clothing helps our young people stay healthy and get to work in cold temperatures, especially those who rely on walking or public transportation.

We are in need of items like hoodies, zip-up sweaters, jogging pants, lined pants, and water-resistant boots.

Can you help by donating new or gently used winter clothing? We ask that all donated items be clean and in good condition.

Donations can be dropped off at our Youth Engagement Center, 755 A St, Anchorage, AK 99501.

Learn more here: covenanthouseak.org 💙

10/13/2026

Last month, we shared that 167 young people had enrolled in Work Ready Alaska.

We are excited to announce that number has grown to 233 young people.

Since the program launched in March, 75 participants have reported an increase in their income. Youth are earning driver's licenses and working toward their GEDs.
These are important steps toward independence and long-term employment.

In collaboration with Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities and Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Alaska, Work Ready Alaska is open to Alaskans aged 16 – 25 facing any barrier to employment.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pQyfum

Apply here:http://covenanthouseak.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Work-Ready-Alaska-Application-logo.pdf

We Build Alaska

10/09/2026

The Way Home Summit is just over a month away.

Join us Thursday, Nov. 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hilton Anchorage, 500 W. Third Ave.

Preview the agenda:

🔹 Miles From Home: The Journey - Understanding who experiences youth homelessness and how they get there.

🔹 Who’s Looking for Them? - Hearing from the agencies responsible for finding and protecting missing and homeless youth.

🔹 What We Know Works - Exploring proven prevention efforts and opportunities to expand their impact across Anchorage.

🔹 One Hundred to Zero - Turning what we’ve learned into action, followed by a candlelight vigil at dusk.

Be part of the conversation and help shape what comes next!

Register today: https://thewayhomesummit2026.eventbrite.com

10/08/2026

Volunteer Highlights! 💙

The National Tribal Child Support Association held its annual conference in Anchorage this year and chose us as the beneficiary of its service project.

Together, volunteers packed 36 Housing Starter Kits and 250 Hygiene Kits!

The Little Luxuries Chapter organized a self-care night for our young people, complete with face masks, nail care, pizza, a movie, conversation and goody bags.

Thank you to both groups for showing up for our youth, and we're so grateful for all of our volunteers!

10/01/2026

Thank you, Alaska Premier Dental Group! We're honored to be nominated for a $10,000 community donation alongside some great local organizations.

A quick reminder to cast your nomination! 💙

Help us choose which local organizations will receive $10,000 by filling out a nomination ballot during your next visit.

✅ Challenge Alaska
✅ Girls on the Run
✅ Covenant House
✅ Healthy Futures
✅ Alaska Warrior Partnership
✅ Anchorage Project Access
✅ Youth 360
✅ Mat-Su Trails & Parks Foundation
✅ My House Wasilla
✅ Or another local organization of your choice

Nominations close in November, so be sure to cast your vote before it’s too late! 🙌

09/30/2026

After working hard to build stability, many young people move into their first home with only a few personal belongings.

A Housing Starter Kit provides household essentials that help them get settled and care for their own space.

One kit costs about $114. Monthly donors help make sure there’s one ready for every young person who takes this step.

💙 Consider becoming a monthly donor: coveycares.org 💙

09/25/2026

We welcome you to join us at The Way Home Summit, a new gathering of business and community leaders focused on one shared goal: ending youth homelessness in our state.

Thursday, Nov. 19
11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Hilton Downtown Anchorage

Anne Farrell, PhD, a national expert on youth homelessness prevention, will deliver the keynote, followed by panel discussions and open conversation focused on turning understanding into action.

The Summit will conclude with a candlelight vigil before Sleep Out: Corporate Edition begins at the Alaska Native Heritage Center.

Come ready to learn and be part of the way home for young Alaskans.

Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-way-home-summit-tickets-1998791873299?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/22/2026

💙 Mission Moments are stories from our staff that highlight the progress and milestones of the young people enrolled in our programs. 💙

Jacklyn* recently moved into her first apartment.

She was eager to move through the process quickly, but soon learned that securing an apartment takes time.

With support from a team member, Jacklyn patiently worked through each step and stayed focused on her goal.

Today, she has a secure place of her own and continues to receive support as she settles into this next chapter.

We’re proud to see Jacklyn take ownership of her housing journey and build a future of her own!

*Name changed to protect privacy.

Covenant House International

09/09/2026

💙 Giving Tree sign-ups for the holiday season are now open!

Host a tree at your business, church, or group and bring holiday gifts to young people at Covenant House Alaska. 💙

Set up a tree at your business, church, or group with our provided paper ornaments. Each indicates a gift or need from a young person at Covenant House Alaska.

People pick an ornament, buy the item, and bring it back to the Giving Tree host. You'll bring all the gifts to us, and our volunteer team makes sure they’re ready for Christmas!

Sign up by September 30. Tree kits are delivered by October 30, and gifts are due back by December 14.

Sign up here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/4945d31ce5d74c33923a8e9c95a76d9e