• Countless community members donated Christmas presents, monetary support, and basic comfort items like hygiene products and warm clothes.

• Volunteers wrapped presents, hosted holiday parties, and spent time with children in shelter who couldn't spend the season with their family.

• Team YESS cheered on the kids during our "Winter Wonderland" Talent Show.

• Santa and his friends made a few visits to the shelter, leaving behind presents and even a few magical footprints.

• Our kitchen staff provided a holiday feast for kids in shelter and agency friends made sure clients in the community could enjoy a family meal.

• We shared a special thank you message from the kids for everyone who donated their time or resources to make the season brighter. 

Sending warm holiday wishes from all of us on Team YESS. We're so grateful for your support - during the holidays and throughout the year.

Click here to listen to a special thank you message from the kids at YESS.

Keep the Holiday Spirit Alive

The holiday season is coming to an end, but there's always time to help kids find hope for a brighter tomorrow.  We invite you to  learn more about our misssion , tour our facility , get involved through volunteering , donate needed items , or keep kids safe through a monetary donation . We can only further our mission in the coming year with help from friends like YOU!

10th Annual YESS Duck Derby

Mark your calendar and be sure to join us on Saturday, May 6, 2017 for the YESS Duck Derby! We're going bigger and better than ever to celebrate a decade (DUCK-ade?) of keeping kids safe. Stay tuned for more information about this year's spec-quack-ular event!

Human Foosball League 2017

We took our Human Foosball League tournament to a new level in 2016, and we're already looking forward to next Fall's event! Start gathering your team now for another year of competition, tailgating, and fun during this one-of-a-kind event. 

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