Most people have heard the phrase, “never judge a book by its cover.” That sentiment rings especially true for the young people served by Youth Villages.
Blog Articles
Healing at home: Intercept helps family rebuild after loss
Living conditions deeply influence the well-being of children and their families. Habitat for Humanity highlights that a child’s home environment significantly affects their physical, cognitive and emotional development.
Applications open for Youth Villages Opportunity Grants
Youth Villages has announced a new round of Opportunity Grants to support states interested in adding or expanding its evidence-based program models, LifeSet™ and Intercept®.
Sydney Hunt’s mentoring journey with Youth Villages
When she moved to Memphis, Sydney Hunt was looking for more than a new address. She was searching for a way to truly connect with her new city. That opportunity came through the Youth Villages Chris Crye Mentoring Program.
Entrepreneurship, scholarship and Killer Mike take center stage at Georgia peer-to-peer event
Fail forward. Start with your why. Discover your strengths – and learn how to turn them into something sustainable and profitable. These were just a few of the powerful messages shared during Youth Villages Georgia’s DayOne College and Entrepreneur event for local LifeSet participants
LifeSet young adults discover new paths in nature
On Aug. 21, nearly 40 LifeSet participants gathered for a special experience hosted by Mass Audubon’s Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary in Lincoln, Massachusetts.
Allen and Debbie Campbell invest in hope and impact
Discover how one couple’s journey with Youth Villages turned empathy into meaningful impact for young people aging out of foster care.
From shelter to stability: Isaac’s journey toward financial empowerment
When Isaac was just 11 years old, he found himself navigating adult responsibilities most kids wouldn’t dream of. Living in a shelter with his mother, Isaac took it upon himself to complete their SNAP enrollment paperwork while his mom searched for work.
From understanding to action: Practical tips for supporting children with ADHD
October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time to highlight the realities, challenges and unique strengths of living with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Prominent Memphis business and civic leader joins Youth Villages board
Youth Villages today announced the addition of lifelong Memphian, respected attorney and civic leader Mike Keeney to its national board of directors.