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Why We Do It

Behind the face of every homeless young person is a story of young human resilience – one often filled with trauma, heartbreak, and many more challenges than many of us face in a lifetime.

The youth we serve are not simply runaway kids - they are young individuals needing to feel safe, loved, and encouraged through guidance & hope. 

At KIC-IT we want to be a safe place for any youth experiencing homelessness. 

Local Impacts of Youth Homelessness

80%

Percentage of Homeless Youth with Substance Abuse Issues

57%

Percentage of Homeless Youth Going at Least 1 Day per Month Without Food

40%

Percentage of Homeless Youth Sexually Assaulted

700000

U.S. Homeless Youth Population

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