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.
Youth Villages North Carolina Articles
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.
When families heal, children thrive: How one family found support through Intercept
A young person’s success often depends on the support they receive from those around them. Without a healthy support system, navigating life’s challenges can become overwhelming, especially for children who have experienced trauma.
Charlotte Community Connections Podcast
Mental health is often seen as a personal struggle, —but what if healing could happen in living rooms, libraries and community spaces, not just clinics?
A foster youth’s rise: Aidan’s journey to stability
Aidan is a student at North Carolina State University with a clear vision for his future. He’s balancing school, work and preparing for life after graduation. On the surface, it’s a typical college experience. But Aidan’s path to this point has been anything but typical.
From foster care to social work: Aaraya’s journey of resilience and purpose
Aaraya is a proud social worker and graduate of Western Carolina University. However, as a youth who experienced foster care, Aaraya’s journey was anything but easy. She endured hardships and struggles faced by many young people navigating the child welfare system.
More than a roof: How support transformed Jailyn’s life
Thousands of children experience out-of-home placements in North Carolina, and sometimes, finding a forever home isn’t an option before they age out of the system. Programs like LifeSet help young adults who experience foster care establish independence.
Program in Greenville helps at-risk youth in the community
The Youth Villages Intercept Program here in Greenville impacts at-risk youth in our community and across the state. The idea of “Intercept” is to reach kids who are at risk of being placed outside of the home, coming home from a foster care placement or mental health hospital and keeping them with their families in a healthy, successful living space.
LifeSet sets Ruby on the right track
Meet Ruby, a student at a local community college in Wilmington, North Carolina. She recently took a trip to Mexico to spend time with family, and she has plans to complete her bachelor’s degree in architecture at University of North Carolina-Charlotte after graduation.