Foundation Launches "Anchorpoint": A National Decentralized Crisis Response Network for At-Risk Youth
TEMPLE, Texas — November 20, 2025 — The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, also known as The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation, (Charity ID 88-3268749) today announced the official national launch of the Anchorpoint Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide immediate, decentralized sanctuary for youth experiencing homelessness, abuse, and acute family crisis.
Scheduled for full implementation on December 1, 2025, Anchorpoint represents a significant shift in crisis intervention, moving from traditional institutional shelters to a network of vetted, community-based volunteer residencies.
The program addresses a critical public health emergency: annually, over 4.2 million youth and young adults experience homelessness in the United States. With data indicating that up to 73% of these youth report victimization or violence, the need for immediate, non-institutional safety is urgent.
"The existence of the Anchorpoint Program is a direct moral imperative," said Daniel Chapin, Founder of the Foundation. "We are not just offering temporary shelter; we are offering an immediate reversal of trauma. In an often unsafe world, stability is the precursor to peace, and Anchorpoint provides that critical first step."
Innovative "Hub-and-Spoke" Model:
Unlike static shelters, Anchorpoint operates on a scalable Hub-and-Spoke model:
* The Hub (Foundation): Operates a 24/7 National Referral System (254-499-8027) and manages all liability, legal compliance, and specialized violence intervention protocols.
* The Spokes (Residencies): A network of private, volunteer-run chapters that provide physical sanctuary and "warm welcome" stabilization, strictly adhering to the Foundation’s Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) methodologies.
Rigorous Safety & Compliance Standards
To ensure program integrity, the Foundation has implemented a multi-layered vetting process for all Hosts, including comprehensive national background checks, Megan’s Law Registry clearance, and physical site inspections. Hosts receive mandatory training in child protection, de-escalation, and mental health first aid, ensuring they are prepared to serve not just as housing providers, but as skilled crisis responders.
Call for Partnership and Support:
As the program prepares for its December 1st launch, the Foundation is actively seeking strategic partnerships with youth-serving organizations and financial support to subsidize centralized training and insurance costs.
"We are building a bridge between immediate danger and long-term recovery," Chapin added. "We invite community leaders, donors, and potential volunteers to join us in anchoring these young lives in safety."
About The Foundation
The Uvalde Foundation For Kids, also known as The Youth Peace & Justice Foundation, is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the safety and dignity of at-risk youth. Through innovative programming, crisis intervention, and community advocacy, the Foundation seeks to disrupt cycles of trauma and homelessness for the next generation.
Uvalde Foundation For Kids
Phone: 254-499-8027
Email: uvaldefoundationforkids@gmail.com
Website: www.youthpeaceandjusticefoundation.com
Charity ID 88-3268749
