UPDATE
FROM YOUTH VILLAGES EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Our great state is home to 10 offices, three of them being in Western N.C. It is truly devastating to see how Hurricane Helene became one of the worst natural disasters the western part of the state has ever experienced. Homes were lost, roads are gone and lives have been forever altered. Now more than ever, we must come together to support one another as we recover in the weeks, months and years to come.
You’ll find that we use that word — together — around here quite a bit. As we celebrate 20 years of coming together and serving families and youth in North Carolina next year, it fills me with gratitude and pride when I look at everything that we have been able to accomplish. It truly embodies our mission to be a force for families. We believe that families should stay together, and we also know that we can’t do the work we do without you, our community of supporters. Now, we can come together and give our families hope in their darkest hour.
In this edition of New Heights, we celebrate the hope our work gives to those we serve. Sabina has been able to overcome obstacles and find a path to success and independence through a promising career, setting her up to provide for her family. And you’ll hear about Donna, who reached out to Youth Villages when she felt she had nowhere else to turn while facing struggles with raising her grandson. Our families’ journeys are what drive us, and we will push forward — even through this tragedy — to ensure every youth and family has what they need to become stronger.
The road to recovery and healing will be a long one. Our work to help those families who are dealing with mental health challenges and supporting those who age out of our systems will continue through it all.
I hope you will consider looking for ways to make a difference. This newsletter is full of ways you can make an impact, but you can also reach out directly to Erica Ellis, our North Carolina Development Director, at erica.ellis@youthvillages.org.
Thank you for being a part of our village.
Paul Enderson EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR NORTH CAROLINA paul.enderson@youthvillages.org
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NORTH CAROLINA ADVISORY BOARD
Erika Carney, Chair
Heather Bradshaw
Rachel Daigle
Cheddi Johnson
Kelly McKinnon
Ross Pope
Lee Robertson
Taylor Vaughn
NORTH CAROLINA OFFICE LOCATIONS
Asheville
Boone
Charlotte Fayetteville
Greensboro
Greenville
Louisburg
Raleigh-Durham
Waynesville
Wilmington
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KEEPING FAMILIES TOGETHER
DONNA IS A FULL-TIME CAREGIVER TO HER GRANDSON, DEKHARI, AND HAS WORKED RELENTLESSLY TO GET THE SUPPORT THEY NEED.
At the beginning of their journey with Youth Villages, Donna felt she had reached the very end of the road and didn’t know what else to do.
“I was on I-85 and thinking to myself, I could end it all right now,” Donna said. “No one is helping me.”
In what felt like a final effort to turn things around, a quick search on Google led to a life-changing experience for Donna and Dekhari. Donna discovered Youth Villages and called immediately. She’ll never forget how she felt after that phone call.
“They told me we can help you; it’s going to be okay,” she said.
This began a new positive journey for Donna and her grandson. Dekhari entered the Intercept program, which focuses on providing systemic family therapy to preserve the family unit and prevent children from entering foster care, detention centers and other juvenile facilities.
This intensive in-home program focuses on providing services to children and their families where they are, whether it’s in their homes or in the community. On average, children in Intercept spend three times a week with a specialist to address the challenges they may face in schools, courts and children’s services.
Intercept focused on not only meeting the needs of Dekhari but supporting Donna as a full-time guardian. Both Dekhari and Donna had a history of trauma growing up. They had a difficult relationship because of a lack of understanding how to communicate effectively with each other.
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Donna, grandmother to an Intercept participant, opens up about how Youth Villages helped her grandson realize his potential.
LIFESET HELPS TYRA USE HER VOICE TO ADVOCATE FOR OTHERS
For youth aging out of foster care without support, the future can be daunting. Some young people experience homelessness, poverty, domestic abuse and involvement with law enforcement.
Because of the trauma she suffered as a child, Tyra struggled when she aged out alone at 18. She was referred to the Youth Villages LifeSet program.
With the help of her LifeSet specialist, Tyra graduated high school, earned her associate degree and will receive her bachelor’s degree in psychology science this spring. She started her own business, bought her first home and got married. Now, she mentors young people and tells her story for those who need help — and for those who can help.
She was the keynote speaker at the Achieving Success: Partnering with Transition-Age Young Adults for Strong Mental Health Workshop
in Las Vegas late last year. She was also the featured speaker at the 5th annual Jam for Janie GRAMMY Awards® Viewing Party. The event raises donations for Janie’s Fund, the philanthropic initiative between rockstar Steven Tyler and Youth Villages that helps girls and young women who have experienced trauma.
ABUSE, CONSTANT MOVING PROVIDED NO SAFE SPACE, STABILITY
Her childhood was rocky. She was left with her grandmother when her mother moved away without knowing why.
While living with her grandmother, Tyra suffered physical, emotional and spiritual abuse, and feels as if she grew up on the streets.
Eventually, her behavior led to involvement with law enforcement. “At 12 years old, I received my first juvenile legal charge and was sent to live with my mother who I never really knew,” Tyra said.
Tyra lived with her mother for eight months, and while there, she suffered abuse from her stepdad. Her mother didn’t believe her story and sent Tyra off to live with her father with whom Tyra had no relationship. “By the time I was 16 years old, I was a meth addict and I attempted suicide for the first time in my life,” Tyra said.
Following the abuse, Tyra went to therapy, but she continued to struggle, and she was admitted to a psychiatric hospital. A week later, she was in court for her pending charges and suicidal ideation.
Tyra was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, PTSD, major depression and ADHD, and those manifested themselves in physical aggression, drug use, running away and negative relationships.
“The two years I was incarcerated, I was in two [psychiatric] hospitals, two juvenile detention
centers and multiple residential facilities,” Tyra said. “I was sent home, but after a few months, I was returned to foster care. While there, I relapsed on drugs, ran away from my foster home and went back into the system. Those long months changed my life and a lot more than I imagined.”
Tyra was referred to Youth Villages and began to work through her trauma with a therapist.
“She helped me make my trauma narrative and go through the process
of what had happened to me,” Tyra said. “That trauma narrative is the reason why I’m able to tell my story.”
LIFESET CHANGES THE TRAJECTORY OF TYRA’S JOURNEY
Tyra aged out at 18 but still received support through Extension of Foster Care (EFC). She was free and ready to start a new life; however, she faced another challenge.
“I did not know this world. I was in
this new city, and I didn’t have any support, any family,” Tyra said. “I got so overwhelmed just two months after aging out that I attempted to take my life a second time. I was in ICU for 17 hours. This, though, was the last time I ever felt suicidal. I decided that I just wanted to live through whatever was coming.”
Tyra was introduced to LifeSet and her specialist, Gladyn. With help from LifeSet, Tyra began to build her village — a network of support that led to her success.
The program is an individualized, evidence-informed community-based program where specialists meet with young people who age out of foster care face-to-face at least once each week. LifeSet stabilizes the toughest situations and helps young people build healthy relationships, obtain safe housing, education and employment.
Tyra faced another obstacle in late 2022 when she lost her home to a house fire. The fire brought more trauma for Tyra because the home provided stability and permanency in her life. Despite the tragedy, Tyra remained strong.
“In this situation, I didn’t relapse into suicidal ideations because my life is so much different now,” Tyra said.
“If it weren’t for Youth Villages and other foster care programs being there, I don’t know what I would have done after losing everything and having to start over again.
“With the support, resources, therapists, treatment plans, coping skills, mentorships and ultimately my village, I can conquer anything. I’m still healing, I’m still on this journey, and I want to be able to be the advocate for kids in foster care or transitioning to adulthood now.”
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After getting the support he needed, Dekhari moved up to the varsity football team as a freshman and played in his first-ever playoff game.
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Dekhari dealt with the trauma of his earlier years through negative behaviors. These behaviors led him to missing a significant amount of school, causing him to miss out on his education. This had a domino effect on Donna because she had to worry about her grandson missing class and interrupting her workday to look after him.
Intercept taught Dekhari and Donna new skills that would help them regulate their emotions and cope with what happened in their past. This program especially had an impact on Dekhari. He finally had someone in his corner who understood his needs and a specialist who cared about his feelings.
“He was so happy to see her because he realized his specialist was there for him. He realized Youth Villages was there to help us get along as a family, and he was so receptive,” Donna said.
The work they put in together with Youth Villages has helped them make great strides. Donna built a new home for her and Dekhari to move into. Dekhari is getting ready for his sophomore year of high school after a successful freshman year in high school. He made the A/B honor roll, moved up to the varsity football team, and played in his first-ever playoff game.
His bond with his grandmother has improved tremendously. Now, they are spending more quality time together and openly communicating in a healthy way.
“This success I only credit to Youth Villages,” Donna said.
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The Youth Villages mission to help children and families live successfully is represented in Donna and Dekhari’s journey. Focusing on the family as a unit helps mental health professionals get a better understanding of the needs of children and the why behind their behaviors.
Stories like Donna and Dekhari’s are a testament to the importance of keeping families together and helping them grow stronger with each other to promote positive outcomes for their futures.
PROVIDING A BETTER LIFE
SABINA FINDS A WAY TO PROVIDE FOR HER KIDS AND STARTS A PROMISING CAREER.
“LifeSet was there to provide me with everything I needed.”
through many stages of her life from turning 21 to moving out on her own and attending college. Sabina also received an unwavering amount of support as she started her own family that includes herself and two young girls under the age of 4.
After graduating from high school, she enrolled at Guilford Technical Community College and entered the LifeSet Scholars program, which provides support for young people in LifeSet seeking academic degrees or vocational programs.
Sabina entered foster care after she and her sister suffered abuse at home from her parents. At 13, Sabina and her sister were living in Winston-Salem. To get to school, they had to make a 30-minute commute to High Point, with no support from an adult.
Sabina took matters into her own hands and learned how to drive underage to get to school. Social services became aware of the circumstances, and that began Sabina’s journey into foster care.
Sabina and her sister entered a group home after social services learned of the underage driving and abuse from their biological family. After two weeks, they moved in with their foster mother.
A few years later, social services introduced Sabina to Youth Villages’ LifeSet. Since then, the program has seen Sabina
“LifeSet was there to provide me with everything I needed to know and more to make sure I can live in this world with my girls,” Sabina said.
LifeSet connected Sabina to many resources to establish herself as an adult. It did not, however, mean circumstances were easy. She worked multiple jobs in the restaurant service industry to support her family while in school.
One day, Sabina attended a community resource fair hosted by Youth Villages, where she was connected to a member of United Bank. Together, they established a relationship and worked on interviewing skills as she looked for higher paying positions in the banking industry.
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Sabina’s opportunity for better financial security came when she was contacted for a bank teller position at PNC Bank. The recruiter was so impressed with Sabina that she offered to interview her for a higher paying position as a personal banker. After a series of interviews, Sabina was offered and accepted the role of personal banker with PNC.
This opportunity was a community effort between the banks and Youth Villages. The woman who helped Sabina prepare for interviews felt a personal connection to Sabina’s story. She was also a single mother and did everything to work with Sabina to ensure she succeeded for herself and her children.
“I cried tears of joy because this is the big break I needed to make sure I can provide for myself and my girls without having to be dependent on other people or government assistance,” Sabina said.
Sabina’s primary focus is caring for her family.
“I don’t want my kids to grow up the way that I grew up,” she said. “I think my drive, motivation and independence comes from being a single parent and making sure I can build a successful life for them.”
Sabina says without LifeSet, she would’ve been navigating adulthood without any direction.
“I’ve had a lot of mental and emotional support with this program,” Sabina said. “They are like my third family because they’ve supported me through everything.”
Sabina’s story is a testament to the statement, “it takes a village,” with the help of United Bank, Youth Villages and all those involved.
GROWING STRONGER BREAKFAST
Our Growing Stronger Breakfast is an opportunity for attendees to learn how Youth Villages is working to transform the child welfare system in North Carolina. In 2023, we launched our three-year Growing Stronger Campaign with a goal to raise $2 million before our 20th Anniversary in 2025. This year, we hosted our second breakfast in Charlotte, and we were excited to host our first breakfast in Asheville. We hope you can join us in 2025 as we continue to grow stronger throughout the state!
HOW YOUTH VILLAGES NORTH CAROLINA IS IMPACTING YOUTH
Asheville Breakfast
THURSDAY, MARCH 13
Myers Park Presbyterian Church
TUESDAY, MAY 6
Trinity Episcopal Church
BECOME A TABLE CAPTAIN!
Table captains play the most essential role in ensuring the success of our breakfasts. Your efforts will not only help spread the word about the work we are doing in North Carolina communities but also will help us reach our goal of raising funds that will provide essential services to families and young adults. If you’re interested in hosting a table and reaching out to your personal community of friends, family and colleagues, please contact April Vahey at april.vahey@youthvillages.org. TO LAST YEAR’S AMAZING
Thank You
SPONSORS!
Youth Villages of North Carolina served a total of 7,462 youth and families through our programs last fiscal year. 850 youth were served through our LifeSet program with the following outcomes at one year post-discharge:
LIVING INDEPENDENTLY OR WITH FAMILY
95% 90%
94% NO TROUBLE WITH THE LAW IN SCHOOL, GRADUATED OR EMPLOYED
These outcomes are thanks to our amazing supporters and community partners!
Lived experience experts from across the country are part of the National Collaborative for Transition-Age Youth.
AN EYE TOWARD THE FUTURE
Youth Villages, APHSA and Foster Club support a new collaborative to influence better help for young people.
Imagine it’s 2034. What will the world look like for transition-age youth leaving foster care or other children’s services?
The newly formed National Collaborative for Transition-Age Youth hopes to influence the answer to that question.
The group is bringing together young adults, lived experience experts, national stakeholders and state/ federal policymakers to co-design a playbook to improve services across the country. The effort is sponsored by Youth Villages, Foster Club and the American Public Human Services Association (APHSA.)
Recently, the Collaborative held its first convening after the APHSA National Human Services Summit 2024 in Arlington, Virginia.
“This gathering represents a pivotal moment in our collective efforts to ensure the well-being and success of transition-aged youth in the child welfare system,” said Nick Henderson, a child welfare leader from Stearns County, Minnesota. “We are privileged to bring together
Young adults participated in activities and discussions with child welfare leaders and transition-age youth advocates.
insights from young adults with lived experience, state and local child welfare leaders and national stakeholders to illuminate the path forward.”
The Collaborative includes 10 lived experience experts from across the country: Knowledge Grant of Florida, Jasmine Green of California, Jeremiah Vivekanandan of New York, Brina Williams of Michigan, Charissa Keebaugh of Washington, Shayne McCrae of Kansas, Kari Robles of New York, Natalie Clark of Utah, Maddie LeMay of New Hampshire, and Dina Santos of Florida.
At the first convening, the young adults led panel discussions with child welfare leaders from California, Colorado, Minnesota, Michigan, North Carolina, New York, Texas and Virginia who are a part of the Collaborative.
Clark, from Utah, had some advice for state leaders and stakeholders.
“Start paying close attention to what the young people are saying, typically we’re onto something when we’re sharing with you,” she said. “Question underutilization of the resources that currently exist, and invest in lived experience positions within your areas of influence.”
Everyone agreed effective services to families were needed to reduce the number of young people aging out of care in the future. Services that strengthen and support families can help children safely avoid any out-of-home or foster care placement.
Young people suggested some actionable steps that states and agencies can take immediately:
• Provide cultural competency training for staff and caregivers
• Implement antidiscriminatory practices to ensure access to appropriate services regardless of a young person’s background or identity.
• Recruit more diverse foster families so families can be found to match with a young person’s needs and goals.
• Foster community connections and allow youth to engage in decision making.
The Collaborative has two additional virtual meetings and will conclude with an in-person meeting at the Achieving Success
Convening in Las Vegas, Nevada, in November.
Deloitte team members came to the Charlotte office to assemble more than 100 backpacks for our Backpack Heroes campaign, helping us reach our goal of 440 backpacks this year!
NORTH CAROLINA CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN
JAN. 1 – JUNE 30, 2024
VISIONARY
$ 50,000 to $ 99,999
Merancas Foundation
PILLAR
$ 25,000 to $ 49,999
Band Together NC
Heather and Daniel Bradshaw
LEADER
$ 10,000 to $ 24,999
Debbie and Allen Campbell
Duke Energy
Evergreen Foundation
Giving With Grace Foundation
Healthy Charlotte Alliance
Kevin Kiernan
PROTECTOR
$ 5,000 to $ 9,999
Susan Britt
DNA Property Management LLC
Mike Kavanagh
April McAnnally
One Digital - Carolinas
Phil Rotella
The Scully Family
Charitable Foundation
United Bank
Sarah and Taylor Vaughn
Vaya Health
BUILDER
$ 1,000 to $ 4,999
Altar’d State Biltmore Park
Town Square
Altar’d State Friendly Center
Altar’d State
The Streets at Southpoint
Jesica Averhart
Whitney Balzer
Bank of America
Belk, Inc.
Block, Inc
Allie and Joshua Bradshaw
Kelly Brooks
Elizabeth Buffkin
Ashley and David Burke
Jackie Burke
Lori Bush
Erika and Robert Carney
Pia and Wyatt Chocklett
Columbia Forest Products
Stacey and Brad Curelop
Betsy and Jim Edmonds
Sandi and Len Eskew
Leeann and Mark Garms
Catherine Hamlin
Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort
Judith Hoffman
Nan Jackson
Amy and Dave Jacobs
Suzanne Jeska
Theresa Jurgensen and Chris Jackson
Kristy Kent
Stephanie and Paul McDonald
Debbie McManus
Midtown Property Law
The Ministering Circle
Tovah Mitchell
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Spencer Pierce
Ashton and Stephen Powell
Zach Prager
William Quinn
Todd Reider
Dexter Richardson
Lee Robertson, Jr.
Steve Rook
Christine and Perry Silver
Dawn and Marc Sinacori
Moira Smulien and Chris Marshall
Russ Tedder
Kaila Tolsma
Pamela and Darryl Wade
Constance Wilson
Thomas Wolfe
Leigh and David Young
Thank you to those who have already committed to a threeyear pledge as part of our Growing Stronger campaign and have become part of the Champions for Children Circle as of June 2024!
LEADER
Debbie and Allen Campbell
DNA Property Management LLC
Kevin Kiernan
PROTECTOR
Mary and Steven Boehm
Sara and Brian Boehm
Chris Carlino
Mike Kavanagh
Caroline and Ross Pope
Tracy and Doug Miskew
William Quinn
Phil Rotella
Robin and Jack Salzman
Sarah and Taylor Vaughn
BUILDER
Jesica Averhart
Whitney Balzer
Elizabeth Buffkin
Ashley and David Burke
Jackie Burke
Lori Bush
Jack Butler
Christopher Carney
Erika and Robby Carney
Sue and Scott Carpenter
Nadine Cheek
Pia and Wyatt Chocklett
Stacey and Bradley Curelop
José Diaz
Betsy and Jim Edmonds
Sandi and Len Eskew
Leeann and Mark Garms
Catherine Hamlin
Ross Hartney
Natalie and David Homesley
Julianne Howard
Amy and Dave Jacobs
Suzanne Jeska
Kasey Brooks, Kelly Brooks, David Ambroz and Erika Carney enjoy a moment after David’s reading of his bestselling memoir, “A Place Called Home,” at our Growing Stronger donor event.
Theresa Jurgensen and Chris Jackson
Carissa Kohn-Johnson
Kristy Kent
Kathryn Kissam
Midtown Property Law
Ray McKinnon
Tia McLaurin
Debbie McManus
Posey and Mark Mealy
Tovah Mitchell
Vivian Munson
John Parker
Spencer Pierce
Ashley Pizzo
Ashton and Stephen Powell
Zach Prager
Reese and Ian Rahilly
Todd Reider
Dexter Richardson
Lee Robertson Jr.
Steve Rook
Phebe Shirley
Megan Shook
Christine and Perry Silver
Dawn and Marc Sinacori
Moira Smulien and Chris Marshall
Russ Tedder
Kaila Tolsma
Rich Tucker
Rebecca and Quentin Watkins
Gary Wolfe
Thomas Wolfe
Sara Wright
Leigh and David Young
Youth Villages received a 2024 community grant from Healthy Charlotte Alliance and was honored to join their annual luncheon to celebrate with other grantees and members.
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
TAKING STOCK OF WHAT’S IMPORTANT
JOHN PARKER AND STEVE ROOK WITH THE PARKER-ROOK GROUP AT MERRILL SHARE HOW THEIR INVESTMENT MAKES A DIFFERENCE.
How did you become involved with Youth Villages?
We heard about Youth Villages through a personal contact with Erica Ellis. Over time, we have learned more about the organization and the impact Youth Villages is having in our North Carolina community.
Why do you support Youth Villages with your philanthropic investment?
Changing the direction of a young a person’s life has a multiplier effect. The future of our community and country rests on the youth of today and providing hope can be the catalyst for positive change.
What do you think sets Youth Villages apart in its work with children and families?
Youth Villages is not about providing a quick fix, but a life-changing experience for children lost in the foster care system. By providing a guiding hand and support to enable children to learn how to cope, find resources and better equip themselves for a productive life, many will thrive as young adults. It’s amazing what an impact having someone to talk to can have on a teen going through a challenging time.
Why should someone consider becoming involved with Youth Villages?
Getting involved in Youth Villages can change the path of a young person who is at risk, ultimately improving their outcome and that of those around them.
What have you enjoyed about hosting a table the last two years at the Youth Villages’ Growing Stronger Breakfast?
We have enjoyed hosting a table to build a community of friends around Youth Villages. We’ve received amazing feedback from our friends attended. They saw the impact Youth Villages has in our community, and they want to be a part of the change.
As financial advisors, what do you want people to know about the different ways to give?
While we can’t provide tax advice, there are several great ways to give. Traditionally, donors write checks or give via credit card. We think there is an opportunity to be more strategic, perhaps by giving appreciated stock or donating from your Donor Advised Fund or your required IRA distribution. The great news is when you use these methods, it can help you and Youth Villages at the same time.
What would you say to encourage others to financially support Youth Villages or host a table at one of their upcoming breakfast events in the spring?
Not all children are born into the same family situation. By supporting Youth Villages, you are helping those are less fortunate and giving them resources to become productive citizens, which will have a ripple effect across the community.
THERE ARE NUMEROUS WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN YOUTH VILLAGES’ PROGRAMS.
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR YEAR-END GIVING!
Making a year-end gift to Youth Villages allows you to significantly impact your community and will directly support the youth we serve in North Carolina! There are so many ways you can give at the end of this calendar year and beyond.
1. MONTHLY GIVING
Make your donation last the entire year by committing to a monthly gift online at youthvillages.org/donate (select North Carolina from the drop down). Become a Champion for Children with a gift of $ 84 per month!
2. FROM YOUR IRA
If you are 70½ 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 North Carolina 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.
3. GIVE A GIFT OF STOCK
Giving of appreciated stock offers a smart way to support Youth Villages while potentially reducing the donor’s capital gain tax burden. Be strategic with your giving and make the most of your appreciated investments!
Youth Villages Fidelity DTC Number: 0226
Account Number: Z73888583
Attn: For North Carolina
Steady, constant giving — no matter how much or how little — can make all the difference. To have consistent monthly donors lets Youth Villages make a budget and know what they can do.
DEBRA BAILEY
Our financial planner encouraged us to reduce our tax burden by donating money to some worthy charities through Qualified Charitable Distributions. The first year we did this, we noticed a significant change in the amount of taxes we had to pay, and we had the satisfaction of being able to support organizations that we knew were making a difference in the lives of many people. Talk about a WIN-WIN!
JUDY HOFFMAN
A gift of appreciated stock to Youth Villages is truly a win-win. Youth Villages yields the full market value of the asset, while the donor can see a significant reduction in capital gains tax. The process is simple, the paper trail complete, and you’ll have no impact on cash position for your daily life.
STEVE ELLIS
Have your stock advisor notify Erica Ellis about your gift at erica.ellis@youthvillages.org to ensure it directly supports North Carolina youth.
4. DOUBLE YOUR GIFT THROUGH YOUR EMPLOYER
Make the most of your contributions to Youth Villages by leveraging your employer’s matching gift program!
5. RECOMMEND A GRANT FROM YOUR DONOR ADVISED FUND
When granting through your DAF, use this information: Tax ID: 62-1652079
Mailing Address: Youth Villages, Attn: North Carolina 3320 Brother Boulevard Memphis, TN 38133
Please advise Erica Ellis if you make a DAF gift to ensure it directly supports our North Carolina families.
Need instructions? Designating a gift?
Erica Ellis, Director of Development erica.ellis@youthvillages.org or 704-501-5642
IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO GET INVOLVED through volunteering individually or with a group, contact Evelyn Anderson at evelyn.anderson@youthvillages.org
YOUTH VILLAGES
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Youth Villages is a private nonprofit that serves more than 43,000 children and their families each year from the following cities and states:
Alabama: Auburn
Arizona: Phoenix
Arkansas: Fayetteville, Little Rock
Florida: Lakeland
Georgia: Atlanta, Douglasville
Indiana: Bloomington, Columbus, Indianapolis
Kentucky: Lexington, Louisville
Louisiana: Metairie
Maine: Portland
Massachusetts: Boston, Marlborough, Springfield, Raynham, Woburn
Mississippi: Biloxi, Greenwood, Hattiesburg, Hernando, Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo
New Hampshire: Manchester, Plymouth
North Carolina: Asheville, Boone, Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Greenville, Louisburg, Raleigh-Durham, Waynesville, Wilmington
Ohio: Dayton, Worthington
Oklahoma: Oklahoma City, Tulsa
Oregon: Bend, Portland, Salem
South Carolina: Columbia, Rock Hill
Rhode Island: Providence
Tennessee: Chattanooga, Clarksville, Columbia, Cookeville, Dickson, Dyersburg, Jackson, Johnson City, Knoxville, Memphis, Morristown, Nashville, Paris
Washington, D.C.
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