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As we wrap up the first half of the year HALO wants to highlight the impact that was made possible thanks to our HALO Tribe Members. Their commitment to HALO makes our work possible!More often than not, when a youth contacts HALO, it is at the most vulnerable moment in their life. Whether they’re dealing with issues at home or …
Basketball brings people together. That core principle is what makes the HALO Heat so special, uniting youth from all different backgrounds under one common objective. What started in 2021 as a simple HALO-sponsored tournament has grown into something much larger. Still today, HALO brings together players from different high schools to compete, bond, and grow through their love of basketball. …
Each summer, our HALO staff work tirelessly to provide our youth with fun and informative experiences they will never forget. Whether it’s a day at the zoo, an afternoon at an art museum, or enjoy some ice cream, we want each summer to be something our youth can cherish, even years from now. Before school starts back up in a …
In Uganda, HALO supports over 2000 youth annually by providing education, peer support, housing, medical attention, and various accredited courses. One of these courses is Design & Cosmetology, where many students love showing off their beautiful creations! For these young creators, sewing is a transferable skill that will help them receive jobs and break the vicious cycle of homelessness. The sewing …
Are you looking for a way to help one more child spend one less day alone and gain valuable professional experience? Join the HALO Internship Program today! These internships not only can support college credits, but they are opportunities to explore different career paths within a nonprofit organization. “Interning at HALO has let me explore so many different directions with …
Everyone can remember a trusted adult who took the time to teach them something meaningful. Maybe it was baking cookies with your grandparents, planting a garden with a neighbor, or spending an afternoon working on a car with your uncle. Those moments often become cherished memories, not just because of what was created, but because of who was there alongside …
At HALO, the life-changing work we do wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated staff. Serving more than 3,000 youth each year takes a compassionate, talented team that shows up every day committed to making a difference. Their dedication is the foundation of everything we do. As our organization grows, so do the opportunities for our employees. We’re committed to supporting …
A Guide to Being a HALO Resident When a new resident moves into a HALO Home, they arrive with all their belongings packed into just a few bags and hopes for their future, but they have not yet had the opportunity to truly settle in. HALO Residents work through the 18–24 month program with the support of staff, interns, and …
Huge congratulations to HALO’s brilliant graduates in Uganda! For over two decades, HALO has provided housing, healing, and education to thousands of kids around the world. Last month, these Uganda Learning Center graduates celebrated a huge accomplishment! They graduated and received certifications in Salon & Cosmetology, Fashion & Design, Computer and Dance courses, setting them up for success in achieving …
We celebrated several graduates from our Jefferson City Program who have completed their high school careers. It was a wonderful celebration filled with great food, fun, and appreciation for everyone involved in these journeys, from the HALO staff who supported them to the graduates who achieved this milestone. This achievement is just one testament, among many, to these teens’ incredible …
