Youth Villages | MTN Newsletter | Fall 2023

FALL 2023

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HEIGHTS FAMILY VICTORIES FROM YOUTH VILLAGES

LIFESET SETS JAHLIN ON A PATH TO COLLEGE ™

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE:

• ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT RAISES MORE THAN $85,000 FOR LIFESET • DONOR SPOTLIGHT: JASON EGLY • TRANSITION-AGE YOUTH ATTEND CAUCUS TO DISCUSS THEIR JOURNEY

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YOUTH VILLAGES MIDDLE TENNESSEE ADVISORY BOARD

FROM YOUTH VILLAGES REGIONAL DIRECTOR

Nate Kenney, Chair

Ben Madonia

Elaina Brintnall

Sarah Mickle

We had another record-breaking year serving youth in Middle Tennessee, defining a continued need for our critical programs and mental health services to help children and families live successfully.

Last fiscal year, we served 9,198 children, families and young people through our evidence-supported continuum of programs in Middle Tennessee. Here are highlights from our fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023: • Served 4,024 children and families in Intercept® intensive in-home services.

• Served 2,860 young people in LifeSet, a program that bridges the gap between foster care and adulthood.

• Provided homes to 543 children in foster care.

Scott Brisson Josh Corey Jason Egly Meredith Forehand Stephen Francescon

Dianna Maher Shannon Millen Aylin Ozgener Chris Patterson Bailey Saunders Tony Sharpe Lisa Small*

Matthew Gann

Betsy Walkup*

Bill Hamburg*

Michelle Warren

Chuck Hoelscher Charlie Johnson, YLC Intern *Honorary board

• Served 50 teenaged youth at the Nashville group homes.

• Finalized 76 adoptions, giving kids forever homes and families.

• Celebrated 73 high school and college graduates in our LifeSet program.

• Engaged 3,314 volunteers who completed 4,161 hours of service valued at $ 124,621.95 to the organization.

• Raised more than $1.2 million to fund LifeSet in Middle Tennessee.

This increase in demand is likely attributed to the need for more mental and behavioral health support for children and families who are struggling.

Additionally, September was Suicide Prevention Month, and we continue to see an increase in suicidal threats and ideation among adolescents largely due to untreated mental health-related issues. If you or someone you know needs help, call 1-855-CRISIS-1 or call the 988 National Crisis Hotline.

As our services expand and our impact strengthens in Middle Tennessee, we are actively recruiting more staff, volunteers, donors and foster parents to help us enrich the lives of those we serve. It will be a crucial year for growth in Middle Tennessee, and we could not do it without your past and continued support.

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Brittany Farrar REGIONAL DIRECTOR, MIDDLE TENNESSEE PROGRAMS brittany.farrar@youthvillages.org 615-250-7322

Youth Villages is a national leader in mental and behavioral health committed to finding the most effective solutions to help children, families and young adults overcome obstacles and live successfully. Working through direct services, partnerships with other high-performing agencies and advocacy, we collaborate to bring positive change to child welfare, children’s mental health and justice systems. Our 4,000 employees serve more than 39,000 children and young adults in more than 100 locations in 26 states and D.C. Youth Villages has been recognized by the Harvard Business School and U.S. News & World Report and was identified by The White House as one of the nation’s most promising results-oriented nonprofit organizations.

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ANNUAL YOUTH VILLAGES GOLF CLASSIC CONTINUES TO GROW MORE THAN $85,000 RAISED FOR LIFESET IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE The Youth Villages development team hosted another record-setting event at its 12th Annual Youth Villages Golf Classic, raising more than $85,000 for LifeSet in Middle Tennessee.

On any given day, LifeSet specialists are helping 250 young people who have experienced foster care reach their goals for housing, education, employment, budgeting and other independent living skills.

Since its inception, LifeSet has served more than 8,400 youth in Middle Tennessee, and the program’s outcomes continue to improve year over year. We are proud to report that Youth Villages Middle Tennessee served 342 youth across the region through LifeSet this year, and we have exceeded our goals for successful outcomes at one-year post-discharge from LifeSet with 96.6% living at home, with family or independently; 90.5% being employed, in school or graduated; and 94.9% reporting no legal involvement. These outcomes demonstrate that LifeSet reduces the risk of homelessness, poverty and recidivism for these youth and sets them on a path to successful adulthood. By providing crucial services to these youth, LifeSet reinforces Youth Villages’ mission to help children and families live successfully and makes Middle Tennessee communities stronger and healthier for the future.

Thank you to AHEAD, our presenting sponsor, and Thomas & Company, our partnering sponsor, for raising critical funds for LifeSet and making the event a success.

A huge thank you to our additional event sponsors: Gallagher, Journeys, The Millen Family, Piedmont Natural Gas, Renasant, Riley & Jacobson and Silicon Ranch Corp.; and our event contributors: 1Iron, Apple Spice Market, A. Marshall Hospitality, Belle Meade Cigars, Jeremy Head Golf Shop and Lipman.

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Volunteers from Fox 17 stuff backpacks for local kids.

YOUTH VILLAGES SERVES 1,700 MIDDLE TENNESSEE YOUTH FOR BACK TO SCHOOL Setting records in preparing local youth for the new school year Youth Villages provided more than 1,700 children, families and young people with new backpacks and school supplies for the start of the school year during its annual Backpack Heroes campaign. This is more than ever before and 20% more than last year.

Staff facilitating the Backpack Heroes program collected new backpacks and school supplies for children in our community who have experienced trauma or have a history of emotional or behavioral health issues. Backpack Heroes is one way Youth Villages prepares youth for the new school year.

“The youth we serve want to be like every other kid at school and deserve to have the same supplies as them,” said Julie Abbott, community engagement manager at Youth Villages. “Our supporters are not only providing school supplies to better prepare our youth, but they are also providing a sense of pride and normalcy to these children and young people who have very little of their own.”

In addition to new backpacks and school supplies, the program raised more than $50,000 to fund new laptops with the help of a challenge grant from a local family foundation. The laptops will be given to local young people who are exiting foster care and entering higher education.

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“Laptops are critical to our young people’s success,” Abbott said. “Most schoolwork, job applications and even job training are only accessible online. Without technology, our young people are put at a disadvantage amongst their peers. Having a laptop is no longer a luxury; it is a

Middle: Advance Financial sorting school supplies. Bottom: Icee fills backpacks for local kids and families.

Panera Bread Company helps stuff backpacks for local youth.

Thank you to everyone who supported Backpack Heroes, and to 615 Ventures for donating the space for the campaign this year.

A special thank you to the following companies and groups: Advance Financial AHEAD* Asurion Autocam Medical Beaman Automotive Blue Cross Blue Shield of Middle Tennessee

Crye-Leike Realtors donated nearly 400 backpacks filled with school supplies.

necessity and an expectation. Without one, the youth we serve are left behind.”

One of the young people who received a new laptop was Brittany, a LifeSet participant starting at Middle Tennessee State University this fall. She is pursuing a degree in aerospace with a concentration in pro-pilot. Brittany exited foster care with limited resources and was unable to purchase the items she needed for college. With the help of LifeSet and Backpack Heroes, she got the items required to be college ready. In addition to a laptop, she was provided with Microsoft Office, a backpack filled with school supplies, and bedding, towels, toiletries, etc. for her dorm room.

“I did not see myself going to college because of my financial situation, but LifeSet showed me that if I put 110% into everything, then I can accomplish my goals,” Brittany said.

Brittany is applying to be a LifeSet Scholar, which is a program that provides additional support and a mentor to LifeSet participants pursuing higher education either at a

two-year, four-year or trade/technical school. The goal of the Scholars program is to help youth graduate from school, something that only 3% of youth who have experienced foster care accomplish. Currently, 17 of the 110 Scholars from across the nation are from Middle Tennessee, attending various universities such as Tennessee State University, Boston University and Columbia University.

Backpack Heroes will continue to raise funds for technology support throughout the year for LifeSet young people who are attending secondary education or pursuing employment opportunities. For more information about how you can support Backpack Heroes in Middle Tennessee, contact Julie Abbott at julie.abbott@ youthvillages.org.

Bridgestone Americas CBRE The Churchill Foundation* Cigna Crye-Leike Realtors* Fox17 Hensel Phelps Icee Jackson® Journeys Nashville Ready Mix* Newell Brands Omni Nashville Hotel Panera Bread Ricoh* Rogers Group* SouthPoint Risk Target TechnologyAdvice Ticket To Dream* Trane Travelers Insurance*

*Financial contributors

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TRANSITION-AGE YOUTH DISCUSS THEIR JOURNEYS AT U.S. SENATE CAUCUS ON FOSTER CARE

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diverse group of young adults with lived experience in child welfare systems recently came together in Washington, D.C., to share their journeys and push for the services and support that all transition-age foster youth need.

The Lived Experience Congressional Briefing on Capitol Hill was sponsored by the U.S. Senate

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Caucus on Foster Care and presented by Youth Villages. It was part of Foster Care and Mental Health Awareness months.

at Youth Villages; and Laticia Aossey, an Iowa state program coordinator for the foster care youth advocacy council, AMP (Achieving Maximum Potential).

Youth Villages is committed to helping transition-age foster youth get a good start to successful adulthood. The LifeSet program is the largest in the country helping transitionage foster youth and one of the only program models to have shown impacts on many parts of a young person’s life in a randomized clinical trial.

Washington entered foster care at age 15 and lived in five different foster homes. He described his time in care as a roller coaster. “I was able to use some of the downs on my ride that I call life to become passionate about changing the world. I’ve been able to meet officials to talk about how we can better the system for those who come after me,” Brandon said.

Participating in the panel were LifeSet Scholars Abby Nelson and Brandon Washington from Tennessee; Julmonzhae Moore, a LifeSet participant from Kentucky; Ali Massengill, a former LifeSet participant and LifeSet Scholar who is now regional supervisor

The panel discussed the mental health support needed by those who experience foster care. “Going into foster care is traumatic,” Massengill said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re being removed from a negative environment, being removed from your biological family is a very traumatic event.”

That trauma can cause anxiety, depression and emotional and behavioral problems. Children and youth in foster care may have access to therapists, even regular sessions, but find it hard to trust and open

LifeSet Scholars and Youth Villages staff joined transition-age youth advocates in Congressional meetings on Capitol Hill.

up. Therapy may be more effective when they’re young adults. Aossey has direct care experience working with transition-age foster youth who experience mental health challenges. She said it can sometimes be very difficult to find providers with the experience needed to help young adults.

“You have to find providers who have specialized in working with foster youth, because obviously there’s a whole different set of concerns as opposed to young people who have grown up with consistent parents,” Aossey said. “It’s a challenge I’ve seen as a social worker. We need more people who have expertise in this type of work.”

The panel was moderated by Elina Morrison, a former LifeSet Scholar and recent master’s degree graduate of the University of Michigan’s Ford School of Public Policy. She is now a federal policy intern at Youth Villages. After the panel, participants met with individual senators and staff to discuss their policy recommendations.

LifeSet Scholars Brandon Washington and Abby Nelson, left, in a meeting with Sen. Marsha Blackburn’s staff and Leticia Aossey, a transition-age youth advocate from Iowa.

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LifeSet at Bridgestone Americas headquarters in downtown Nashville.

VOLUNTEERS FOR YOUTH VILLAGES IN ACTION

impact at Bridgestone Americas. “Our teammates come from diverse backgrounds and know that stepping out into the world and a new career is both challenging and frightening. We believe the journey only gets better when we’re on it together.”

Thank you to our community partners for your strong support all summer long.

TENNESSEE TITANS, CROSSPOINT CHURCH AND HANDS ON NASHVILLE ESTABLISH OUTDOOR SPACES FOR NASHVILLE GROUP HOMES

BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS HOSTS THE LIFESET PROGRAM Last June, Bridgestone Americas invited a group of youth and staff from our LifeSet program to tour its downtown headquarters and learn more about the company and its global impact.

The Bridgestone volunteers created an excellent experience for our young people by providing encouraging career advice and discussing employment opportunities within the company.

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“Team Bridgestone loved hosting the young people from LifeSet,” said Wade Munday, director, corporate philanthropy and social

Youth Villages thanks Bridgestone for motivating our young adults and helping them start to think about their futures and potential career fields they may want to pursue. A group from Bridgestone also volunteered during our recent Backpack Heroes campaign and our December 2022 Holiday Heroes campaign. We appreciate their service throughout the year and for impacting the youth we serve.

Since the pandemic, it became clear that each of the three Nashvillearea group homes needed a safe and shaded space outside for the teens to enjoy.

Some of our community partners came together to make it happen at the Binkley group home. Our partners on this project included the Tennessee Titans, Hands On Nashville and CrossPoint Church.

The Titans purchased a 12’x13’ covered gazebo and kicked off construction by assembling the frame. Hands On Nashville’s corporate team jumped in next by leveling the ground and erecting the frame.

Lastly, CrossPoint Church and its Serve The City volunteers added the roof and finished the floor, including pouring cement and laying bricks.

This was a huge project and something we hope to replicate at the Wallace and Tallwood group homes. If your group or company could help establish pavilions at our other Nashville homes, contact Julie Abbott at julie.abbott@youthvillages.org.

NASHVILLE FILM FESTIVAL PARTNERS WITH THE WALLACE GROUP HOME FOR THE LIVING REEL PROJECT This marks the seventh year the Wallace group home girls partnered with the Nashville Film Festival and Moraine Music Group to write, produce and record an original song for the Living Reel project. The Living Reel project connects local artists with at-risk youth to document the creation of an original piece of art.

During the summer, the Wallace girls were invited to the Creative Workshop in Berry Hill to write an original song. The song, “Today is Someday,” was then recorded at Blueroom Studio and premiered at this fall’s Nashville Film Festival, where the Wallace girls walked a private red carpet.

Thank you to the producer Dianna Maher with Moraine Music Group; filmmakers Roger Pistole and Nikki Christi; and singer/ songwriters Shannon Labrie, Autumn Nicholas and Kyshona Armstrong for contributing their musical talents to the project.

CrossPoint Church helping build the pavilion at the Binkley Group Home.

Local artists and musicians Shannon LaBrie, Autumn Nicholas and Kyshona Armstrong.

Excerpt from

Today is Someday Youth Villages Moraine Music Group

I carry Th is stress on my shoulders Every moment is a heavy heavy bou lder I worry That no one can see me Mi rror mi rror can you see the streng th within me If my tea rs cou ld tell the story And pai n can hold my hand And burdens just a worry Not who I rea lly am Someday someday I wil l find myself Stronger tha n I ever was Today is the day I won’t second guess I wil l show the rest Today is someday Today is someday I’m cry ing Alone in my darkness But the thought of what’s to com e Can help me out of this I’m ris ing Up out of the rubble Resilience is the freedom from my str uggle...

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Jahlin at his high school graduation.

JAHLIN IS GOING TO

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ahlin is a star student-athlete with a bright future, but that was not always the case. When Jahlin was 8 years old, he was removed from his family due to neglect and spent another 10 years in the foster care system before turning 18 and transitioning into adulthood.

Jahlin playing football at Austin Peay State University.

While in foster care, Jahlin had many struggles, but he beat the odds by being the first person in his family to graduate high school. That’s something only 60% of Tennesseans who have experienced foster care accomplish compared to their non-fostering peers at 90%. Jahlin attributes this success to his involvement in sports.

“Throughout my school years, I had several people telling me I couldn’t do it and that I wouldn’t make anything of myself,” Jahlin said. “Being a kid in the foster care system, many people expected me to become another statistic. Proving others wrong was not easy, especially the days when I moved homes and schools. But I’m grateful that I had some support along the way that got me involved in sports and taught me how to redirect my energy in the right way.”

Jahlin excelled in sports, especially football, and had unwavering support from his coaches. He also found support from Youth Villages LifeSet Specialist LaTanya Johnson, who met Jahlin when he was 17 years old.

“Jahlin impressed me because he genuinely wanted to do all the right things to achieve his goals, and he wasn't swayed by outside influences,” LaTanya said. “He was very pleasant and respectful the first time I met him.”

LifeSet empowers young people exiting foster care and entering adulthood by putting them in the driver’s seat of their lives. They are paired with trained specialists to help them identify and reach their goals. This “youth-driven” approach provides individualized services that help young people achieve self-sufficiency and lasting success in our communities.

Jahlin said. “It’s good to know my background did not dictate my future.”

Typically, former foster youth like Jahlin lack stability, support, resources and guidance when entering adulthood.

Because of this, many do not pursue higher education.

The ones that do, though, face additional challenges in completing their education, especially when unexpected costs or barriers arise. According to the National Foster Youth Institute, less than 3% of youth who have experienced foster care will graduate from college.

Jahlin wants to defy these odds and be the first person in his family to graduate from college. He plans to major in physical education and hopes to be a positive role model.

“LaTanya was different from any of my caseworkers,” Jahlin said. “Instead of telling me what I was going to do, she asked me what I wanted to do and how can she help get me there.”

“I know what sports and physical activity did for me, and I hope to be a mentor and provide that same positive motivation to kids, especially kids like me who were in foster care,” Jahlin said.

Jahlin’s biggest goal was going to college, and LaTanya focused on helping him achieve that destination. They also worked on life skills for independent living, including budgeting, securing employment and time management — especially when it came to sports.

Good luck to Jahlin and the APSU Governors for the 2023 season. If you catch a game, Jahlin will be wearing number 10 and playing tight end.

Jahlin found his success in football. The game kept him focused on school, taught him to work hard and put in the effort. It paid off as Jahlin received a scholarship to play football at Austin Peay State University.

“I am the first in my family to go to college, and it feels good knowing my hard work got me to the next step,”

Youth Villages of Middle Tennessee serves 250 young people in LifeSet on any given day, and support for the program is one of the organization’s greatest needs.

For more information about supporting LifeSet, contact Rae Ryan at rae.ryan@ youthvillages.org.

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DONOR SPOTLIGHT

JASON EGLY Jason grew up in Lawrenceburg, Tennessee and attended the University of Tennessee. He taught for more than 15 years before opening his own agency as part of Farmers Insurance. He has three daughters, Mallory, Ansley and Karis, and lives with his longtime partner, Elizabeth.

They have a 10-year-old dog named Skittles.

How do you support Youth Villages of Middle Tennessee?

I serve on the Middle Tennessee Advisory Board. I sponsor the annual golf tournament and any other way I can contribute, especially to the LifeSet program. I have also led training courses for Youth Villages staff and volunteers regarding marketing and fundraising.

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they came into our family, we had a trauma-related crisis, and Youth Villages counselors were on the scene at the emergency room ready to offer us expert advice on how to navigate our circumstances. Later, when I was presented with the opportunity to volunteer as a board member, I was delighted to do so.

How did you first become involved with Youth Villages?

What do you think sets Youth Villages apart in its work with children and families?

My youngest two daughters were adopted from Ethiopia. Soon after

I love the individual attention they give to each child and family. I believe the

LifeSet program is one of the most effective and innovative programs in the country and should be a model for organizations everywhere that serve children aging out of the system. It is life-changing!

Why do you personally support Youth Villages with your philanthropic investment?

I have 100% confidence that Youth Villages uses the resources they have effectively and efficiently. I know when I contribute, the money will not be wasted. Someone’s life will be changed.

Why should someone consider becoming more involved with Youth Villages?

When you see and listen to the stories of the kids and families who have been impacted by Youth Villages, you will understand that the work they do is powerful. Think of how many more lives could be changed if you got involved.

THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS! JAN. 1 - JUNE 30, 2023

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Exchange Club of Donelson/Hermitage Meredith and Tyler Forehand Ronnie Frost Dr. and Mrs. John Greer Mr. and Mrs. William Hamburg Eva and Ricky Johnson Mr. and Mrs. William B. King, The King Family Advised Fund Tracy Lomax Rebecca Lord Amanda and Benjamin Madonia Dianna Maher Sarah Mickle Mechelle Miller John Moran Music City Boards

Nashville Ready Mix Leigha Newcomb Jennifer and Chris Patterson Pamela Pierce R.C. Mathews Contractor Renasant Bank David Reynolds Riley & Jacobson, PLC Helen and Rod Roudi Michelle Schott Tony Sharpe Eric Smith Mr. and Mrs. Van Swofford David Taylor Tennessee Soccer Club Vision Software Technologies Michelle Warren Whitehall Benefits, LLC Luke Wilkinson

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Veronica and Peter Candelaria Change Healthcare Fridrich & Clark Realty, LLC Genesco, Inc. Shannon and Ryan Millen Ms. Esen Ozgener Piedmont Natural Gas Rogers Group, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Speyer Nikki and Thomas Swann Thomas & Company

(Back, from left to right) Kevin, Kennydi, Dominique, Andrew, Joc and Kevin, Jr. Gill celebrated their second adoption in August of Gabe (front). The family adopted Andrew in 2020.

November is National Adoption Month, and we need more families like the Gills to provide forever homes and families to the children in our care. Learn more at youthvillages.org/foster.

*If you made a contribution during this time (above $1,000) but it is not listed, please call 615-250-7200.

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HOLIDAY HEROES ANNOUNCEMENT Become a Holiday Hero and help provide gifts to 2,500 Middle Tennessee children and families this year. Sign up to be a Holiday Hero and give a child or family in your community the joy of opening a gift this holiday season.

Sponsor a child - $150 | Sponsor a family - $500 For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Lyndsay Wilkinson lyndsay.wilkinson@youthvillages.org | 216-536-4022

HOLIDAY HEROES SPONSORSHIPS 2023 50,000

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As the campaign’s presenting sponsor, you will be providing critical resources and funds to ensure 2,500 Middle Tennessee children receive wish list gifts during the holiday

Holiday party for foster care in Middle Tennessee to provide a catered meal and a holiday gift to all our foster families

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25,000

Holiday Heroes and Last Minute Kids sponsor that provides wish list gifts for the children who enter our care days before the holiday break $

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Holiday party for LifeSet, providing a bridge from foster care to independent adulthood

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Holiday party for all three Nashville group homes to celebrate and receive their gifts together

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Holiday party for one Nashville group home

youthvillages.org/holidayheroes

THERE ARE NUMEROUS WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE CHILDREN ANDPROGRAMS. FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES INFOR YOUTH VILLAGES’ IN YOUTH VILLAGES’ PROGRAMS.

JOIN OUR EFFORTS.

Become a force for families.

Mentor, foster, volunteer or financially donate to our programs. Your support can have a direct impact on the future of the hundreds of children, families and young people we help every day in Middle Tennessee.

GET INVOLVED

3. RECOMMEND A GRANT FROM YOUR DONOR ADVISED FUND THROUGH YOUR FUND ADMINISTRATOR!

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

Greg Schott, Asst. Dir. of Development greg.schott@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7262 FUNDRAISING EVENTS, SPONSORSHIPS, CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS, COMMUNICATIONS

Lyndsay Wilkinson, Asst. Dir. of Development lyndsay.wilkinson@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7278 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, HEROES PROGRAMS

When granting through your DAF, use this information: Tax ID: 62-1652079 Mailing Address: Youth Villages | Attn: Middle Tennessee 3320 Brother Boulevard | Memphis, TN 38133 Please advise Rae Ryan if you make a DAF gift to ensure it directly supports youth in our region.

4. GIVE A GIFT OF STOCK

Julie Abbott, Community Development Manager julie.abbott@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7266

MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE YEAR-END GIFT TO HELP THE YOUTH WE SERVE! Ring in the New Year with a tax-deductible gift before Dec. 31. Your year-end contribution will support the families we serve and help us grow our impact! There are many ways you can give this holiday season.

1. GIVE A ONE-TIME OR MONTHLY GIFT ONLINE AT YOUTHVILLAGES.ORG/ MIDDLE-TENNESSEE Check to see if your employer will match your gift!

2. SEND A CHECK IN THE ENVELOPE INCLUDED OR MAIL TO: Youth Villages Attn: Rae Ryan, Director of Development 3310 Perimeter Hill Drive | Nashville, TN 37211

Youth Villages Fidelity DTC Number: 0226 Account Number: Z7388858 Attn: For Middle Tennessee Have your stock advisor notify Rae Ryan about your gift at rae.ryan@youthvillages.org to ensure it directly supports youth in our region.

5. FROM YOUR IRA If you are 70 ½ or over, you can give any amount (maximum up to $100,000) per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as Youth Villages Middle Tennessee without having to pay income taxes on the money. Gifts of any value of $100,000 or less are eligible for this benefit and you can feel good knowing you are making a difference. This popular gift option is commonly called the “IRA charitable rollover,” but you may also see it referred to as a “qualified charitable distribution” or QCD. Have your stock advisor notify Rae Ryan about your gift at rae.ryan@youthvillages.org to ensure it directly supports youth in our region.

Questions about donating or designating a gift?

Rae Ryan, Director of Development | rae.ryan@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7207

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