Stanford Sierra Youth & Families

09/18/2026

We were honored to join Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation at their annual Partners in Philanthropy Luncheon to celebrate our shared commitment of building a thriving future for our communities. We are deeply grateful for their continued partnership and unwavering support. 💙

09/17/2026

In this role, you’ll support youth and families at home, in schools, and in the community. This flexible, hybrid position allows you to provide compassionate, responsive mental health care wherever it’s needed.

Apply today through our website and join us in creating lasting change.

09/16/2026

We are truly grateful to community partners like the South Placer Rotary Club for welcoming us and inviting our CEO, Dr. Laura Heintz, to share the meaningful work we’re doing to strengthen youth and families in our community. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with leaders who are passionate about uplifting our community and collaborating to ensure every young person can thrive.

09/15/2026

When you open your home to a youth, you’re offering more than support. You’re walking alongside them on their journey and giving them the opportunity to thrive.

Children and teens throughout the Sacramento region and our local communities are waiting to be welcomed by caring families willing to step forward and make a lasting difference. You can be part of that impact.

Contact our Pathways to Permanency team at [email protected] to learn how you can support a youth in foster care.

Stanford Sierra Youth & Families believes each and every child deserves the love, safety, and unconditional commitment of a ...

09/14/2026

We’re proud to seek opportunities that allow us to learn and grow so we can continue providing the best support to the youth and families we serve. Our leadership team attended this year’s California Child & Family Services Conference in Anaheim, joining more than 800 child and family services professionals from across the state.

Throughout the conference, our team engaged in conversations and learning across executive leadership, business operations, clinical practice, equity, and policy. Allowing our team to gain new insights and strengthen connections with colleagues and partners in the field.

We’re grateful for the chance to learn, connect, and bring fresh ideas back to our work as we continue lighting the way for our communities. 💙

09/11/2026

Meet Nalee! Nalee is a Program Manager in our Pathways to Permanency program and has been part of the SSYAF team since 2020. She has a background in Social Work and Healthcare Administration. She brings a rich blend of experience in child welfare, education, youth services, and community resource navigation, offering a caring, supportive approach that empowers the children and families we serve.

Before stepping into her leadership role, Nalee supported youth and families involved in the child welfare system as both a Youth Permanency Worker and a Wendy’s Wonderful Kids recruiter. She has built strong relationships with high‑acuity youth, families, county partners, and community supports, helping them overcome barriers to permanency through family finding and connection building.

Fun Fact: She loves to cook, fish, and spend time with her family.

09/10/2026

Our first Chalk It Up was a great success! Huge thank you to our amazing artist Johanna Pack for bringing our mission to life through art and helping us share the work we do to support youth and their families. 🎨

09/09/2026

Air Systems Service & Construction raised the bar at their second annual Olympics fundraiser! Thank you to ASSC, the sponsors, and everyone who came together to support local youth. We’re grateful to have been selected as one of this year’s beneficiaries!

09/08/2026

Nurturing young minds means giving kids opportunities to experience creativity, connection, and wonder. Sometimes, it’s as simple as watching an artist bring a little chalk and imagination to life.

09/08/2026

Attention, community members! 📣

Our Wonder Mentoring Program is seeking caring adults who can uplift youth impacted by foster care through encouragement, shared experiences, and support. As a Wonder Mentor, you’ll help a kid recognize their strengths while creating fun, meaningful moments together.

To learn more, contact our Wonder team at (916) 344‑0199 or [email protected].

Helping to improve the emotional and social well-being of children impacted by foster care