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Dec, 20 2024
For CJ Cook, attending college was never part of the plan. Entering the foster care system at age nine and...

For CJ Cook, attending college was never part of the plan. Entering the foster care

Dec, 13 2024
Last night, JBAY held its annual gala, a memorable event that celebrated John Burton’s 92nd birthday and JBAY’s twenty-year anniversary. Amid...

Last night, JBAY held its annual gala, a memorable event that celebrated John Burton’s 92nd

Dec, 4 2024
John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) is thrilled to welcome two distinguished individuals to its board of directors: Bob Giroux...

John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) is thrilled to welcome two distinguished individuals to its

Nov, 22 2024
JBAY celebrated the remarkable achievement of Youth Advocate Esme Nuno Mora this November, coinciding with National Youth Homelessness Awareness Month....

JBAY celebrated the remarkable achievement of Youth Advocate Esme Nuno Mora this November, coinciding with

Nov, 15 2024
Senator Angelique Ashby shared on a recent webinar hosted by JBAY that she “wanted to swing for the fences and...

Senator Angelique Ashby shared on a recent webinar hosted by JBAY that she “wanted to

Nov, 1 2024
“I’ve never been in a space where I felt more loved and seen.” These heartfelt words came from a student participant...

“I’ve never been in a space where I felt more loved and seen.” These heartfelt

Oct, 25 2024
Managing finances while attending college can be tough, but for Krystle it was even more complicated. Her unexpected challenge? Turning down...

Managing finances while attending college can be tough, but for Krystle it was even more

Oct, 18 2024
On December 12th, John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) will celebrate its 20th anniversary alongside Senator John Burton’s 92nd birthday...

On December 12th, John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) will celebrate its 20th anniversary alongside

Sep, 26 2024
Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the second of two bills, sponsored by John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY).  The first...

Today, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the second of two bills, sponsored by John Burton Advocates