R.I.S.E Emergency Services Fund

An emergency services fund reserved for providing youth and young adults immediate respite from the elements using housing vouchers and support with basic needs that can prevent homelessness. If you’re a member of DPC and need to request emergency support, please complete this form:

Trailblazers Youth Action Board

The Youth Action Board is a leadership training and personal development program for youth and young adults, ages 16-24 who have direct experience with homelessness and other adverse societal conditions to advocate for positive systems change. YAB members commit to a year long service learning project where they work collectively on a social impact project to benefit the community. To join the YAB: complete this form:

Blair M. Smith Memorial Scholarship

Blair M. Smith was a compassionate, free spirited young man who loved learning.  He served as the founding president of our Youth Development Leadership Council; providing youth focused and centered insight on the development of our Asset Based Resource Center.  He transitioned in 2017 leaving behind a powerful legacy and a charge to us all to dispel myths around mental challenges and remove barriers to success.

• This scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate academic fortitude and desire to pursue higher education.