THOUGHTS FROM PRESIDENT & CEO

Every single day I walk in the front door of Youth Services for Oklahoma County, I am grateful. I am grateful for those who value youth who are marginalized in our community. I am grateful for a dedicated staff who, often times, do miraculous work with the youth we serve. I am most grateful for the trust these young people have and the vulnerability they show to adults who were just moments ago, strangers to them.

Our new "Changing Young Lives" tours gives you, friends, family members or colleagues the opportunity to learn first-hand about the inspiring stories of our youth and our dedicated staff working to make a difference in the lives of the young people we serve. Our doors are open, the welcome mat is out and we’re waiting for you!

Check out dates for upcoming tours and reserve your spot today by contacting Melanie Anthony at 405-235-7537 or [email protected] .

Young lives in our community are being changed every day because of your support and the work being doing by our staff. Thank you for your part in “Changing Young Lives."


Kami N. Kuykendall
President and CEO
Bring Joy and Magic to Their Holidays

The end of October is here. It’s the time of year that brings together family and friends to celebrate all things associated with the beginning of fall, the onset of winter and, of course, the holiday season.

But, what are the holidays like when you are a teenager spending the holidays alone? 

Read more about our Holiday Wishes and Winter Needs Campaign here .

One Family's Story of Resilience  

The holiday season is a time for friends, family and peace on Earth. But, on Christmas night, 2016, three bullets ripped through the still night air - forever changing the lives of one family.

Read more about Stacy and Ashton's story here .


(Pictured: Stacy, Kendra and Ashton)

Workplace Giving Campaigns Now Underway




Does your business hold a workplace giving campaign? Would you like to help young people working to improve their lives? If so, it is easier than ever to support the life changing work that Youth Services does everyday in the lives of kids right here in our community.

Get all the details here .
Day of Caring

October 6, Youth Services hosted nearly 90 volunteers from American Fidelity, Chesapeake Energy, CompSoure Mutual and EOG Resources for this year’s Day of Caring! Volunteers worked to established client need closets, beautify the grounds, organize rooms at the shelter and paint several rooms (and lots of trim). Thank you for your investment of time in Changing young lives. 
YSOC CALENDAR OF EVENTS

October 25 – November 15 : Holiday and Winter Needs Campaign
A gift of $150 will help us provide much needed items to one of the amazing young people we serve during the holiday season and winter months. Please know that any gift amount will positively impact a child, providing a sense of normalcy. Click here to donate today!

October 28: Teen Service Board Garage Sale
Teen Service Board members are having a garage from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Youth Services' main parking lot. Funds raised will help meet the direct needs of our clients through the holiday and winter months. 

October 31 – November 29 : Changing Young Lives Tours
Spend an hour with us to learn more about the lives being changed daily and hear the success stories of the resilient youth we serve. Contact Melanie at 405-235-7537 or [email protected] to reserve your spot today.

November 28: #GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving that takes place the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. Please consider g iving a donation in the name of a friend or loved one this holiday season. We will even mail the card for you! Make a donation here .

December 1 – 12: 12 Days of Giving
The 12 Days of Giving has become a beloved annual tradition at Youth Services. For 12 days, see how you can help support us and the incredible kids we serve. Challenge your friends, your colleagues or your business, to join in on the fun! 

April 5, 2018: Reach for the Stars!
Join us for this annual event full of fun activities, fabulous food and drink all while raising much needed funds to provide life changing services to the youth we serve. 
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