Dear Friends,
At YES to YOUTH, we believe that no matter a child’s past, their future can still be filled with hope.
Every day, we walk alongside young people who have experienced abuse, neglect, instability, and loss, circumstances no child should ever face. Through the BridgeWay Shelter and the dedicated, compassionate care of our staff, these children find safety, stability, and the encouragement they need to begin again. Beyond the shelter, our four community-based counseling centers provide critical therapy and support for children and families, helping them heal, build resilience, and move forward with confidence.
This year’s gala theme, Every Child Deserves an Ever After, reflects the promise at the heart of our Mission: that with the right support, each child can heal, grow, and imagine a brighter story for themselves.
We invite you to join us on Saturday, August 8th, at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel and Convention Center for the YES to YOUTH Gala as we come together to champion children in crisis and celebrate the futures made possible through community generosity.
Your partnership, through underwriting or sponsorship, directly fuels life-saving services and allows us to expand our reach to more youth and families who urgently need help. We are deeply grateful for your consideration and for the compassion you bring to this work.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Evan Berlin Lauren Fox Rachel Ray Amber Scheer
Co-Chair Co-Chair Co-Chair Co-Chair
Michele Kooken Shannon Regan
Chief Executive Officer Director of Development
COMMITTEE
Chardelle Adelson
Emily Calver
Sylvia Caracio
Annabelle Carrillo
Lexie Chol
Jacque Everson
Susan Fordyce
Liz Grimm
Elizabeth Hardcastle
Marion Hubbard
Tiffany Iadarola
Christian Meachman
Carrie Meeks
Deneen Newman
Judy Rhodes
Patti Rivela
Rachel Shead
Peg Welbes
Megan White
Alison Yee
OUR MISSION
YES to YOUTH - Montgomery County Youth Services strengthens the emotional and mental health development of youth and families by providing crisis intervention, counseling, and suicide prevention services. We provide a safe and nurturing home where abused, battered, sex-trafficked, homeless, and at-risk youth begin healing from the past and become empowered for the future.
