Covenant House Alaska Meeting the Needs of Underserved Youth Victims in Alaska

The purpose of this grant program is to provide culturally responsive services to crime victims and survivors from communities that have been historically underserved; marginalized; adversely affected by inequality; and disproportionately impacted by crime, violence, and victimization. With this funding, COVENANT HOUSE ALASKA will provide services to homeless youth who have experienced violence, including those who are American Indian/Alaska Native, LGBTQ+, or struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues in the Anchorage, Alaska area. Anchorage’s central location and availability of transportation options make it a hub for individuals seeking services. Services to be provided will include emergency shelter, food, clothing, first aid, transportation, bus and cab fare, housing including transitional living, medical clinic services, behavioral health care, safety planning, recreational activities, and vocational training and partnerships.