Leaders In Training
Leaders In Training One of the hallmarks of Why Not’s influence in the lives of youth is our leaders in training (LIT)
Going Deep
Helping kids to learn how to thrive doesn’t happen by accident. Rather, it requires planning, purpose, and intention. This is where Robbie
Addressing Childhood Trauma
Addressing Childhood Trauma We see it in their anxiety about new or challenging situations, the anger that simmers just below the surface,
The Face of Homelessness
The Face of Homelessness Two of our "grown up" friends showed up at Why Not tonight, a bitterly cold evening. Erin gave
Homelessness is Complicated
Homelessness is Complicated "Did you see what's back here, Sue?" I poked my head out the back door and sighed. My first
The Tale of a Christmas Blanket
The Tale of a Christmas Blanket This past Christmas, thanks to you, every one of our youth received a fuzzy blanket. They
A Beautiful Why Not Christmas
A Beautiful Why Not Christmas Overheard when opening gifts at the Christmas gift give-away: “Is this really for me?” “These are probably
Congrats Bryan! Our newest citizen!
Congrats Bryan! Our newest citizen! Remember Mike? (If not, click here to read the full story) Here is his brother Bryan celebrating
Nate’s Story: “There’s no progress without mistakes” (One Year Clean)
Nate’s Story: “There’s no progress without mistakes” (One Year Clean) A year ago, Nate realized that if he continued on the self-destructive
You. Are. Amazing.
You. Are. Amazing. Do you know that you are wonderful? And so important?? 2020 has given us some real challenges at Why