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HEIGHTS FAMILY VICTORIES FROM YOUTH VILLAGES
2021
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FROM YOUTH VILLAGES REGIONAL DIRECTOR As we look back, 2020 will be a year that many of us will not forget. It was a year with tornadoes, explosions and a pandemic that affected many of our children, families and staff in Middle Tennessee. What we have learned from these historic events is how to adapt our services to address the urgent needs of our children and their families, as well as young people exiting foster care.
YOUTH VILLAGES MIDDLE TENNESSEE ADVISORY BOARD Meghan Markie, Chair
Sheila Taylor
Paul Dent
Pat Wallace*
Vaughan DePillo
Michelle Warren
Jason Egly
Jeremy Werthan*
Betsy Walkup*
Sara Eatherly Meredith Forehand Matthew Gann Bill Hamburg*
Last year, Youth Villages served 6,600 children, families and young people throughout Middle Tennessee. Our staff members went above and beyond providing telehealth and safe, socially distanced in-person sessions to meet the needs of those we serve. We were able to do so much because of our supporters, donors, mentors, foster parents, partnering agencies, volunteers and staff.
Beth Jones
We hope you will be inspired by some of the stories in this newsletter, including Tristan’s amazing story of perseverance from foster care to attending Vanderbilt University. Also, inspiring stories of generosity, including a campaign driven by the Youth Villages staff in Middle Tennessee personally giving back more than $138,000 to support our programs. We also had hundreds of Holiday Heroes bringing hope and joy for 2,295 children and young people in our LifeSet™ program.
Shannon Millen
As we look forward to 2021, we hope to see many of you again—our supporters, mentors and volunteers. On behalf of our staff, children, families and young people we serve, thank you for supporting our mission in Middle Tennessee.
Lisa Small
Nate Kenney Kim Lapidus Shannon Lapsley Sarah Looney Sarah McGehee Sarah Mickle Dominique Haywood Miller Chris Patterson Helen Roudi Bailey Saunders Tony Sharpe Tiffany Bellafant Steward Shayleen Stuto * Honorary board
How are we doing? Brittany Farrar REGIONAL DIRECTOR MIDDLE TENNESSEE PROGRAMS brittany.farrar@youthvillages.org 615-250-7322
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BUILDING STRONG FAMILIES STUDIES SHOW EFFECTIVENESS OF INTERCEPT PROGRAM
In 1995, Youth Villages began providing intensive help for children with emotional and behavioral issues and their families through Intercept, intensive in-home services. Over the years, the program has helped more than 43,000 children from birth to age 18 and demonstrated high success rates. Two important recent studies have further shown the program’s impact and allowed the program to receive a national rating that may make it available to more families who need it. The Title IV-E Prevention Services Clearinghouse announced recently that the Youth Villages Intercept program model is rated as “supported” after two studies from the Center for State Childhood Data at the University of Chicago’s Chapin Hall showed the program had positive impacts on the use of foster care. This means the program can be used by states through federal funding provided by the Family First Prevention Services Act passed by Congress in 2018. “This is a milestone for Intercept and Youth Villages,” said Youth Villages CEO Patrick Lawler. “More than 30 years ago, we made providing intensive help for families the center of what we do. We’re pleased that Intercept has been recognized as one of the first 10 In-Home/Parent-Skill programs in the country to receive a favorable rating.” Two separate evaluations of Intercept were conducted using data made available by the state of Tennessee Department of Children’s Services. In the first, researchers found that Intercept reduces the chances of out-of-home placement by 53% following an abuse or neglect investigation. The effect of Intercept is sustained at six and 12 months after services end. In the second, the data showed the odds of achieving permanency were approximately 24% higher for children receiving Intercept than a comparison group. Intercept provides intensive in-home services and works in all the systems that surround the child: the family, school, neighborhood and peer group. The Intercept program was launched in Memphis and became an integral part of child
welfare reform in the state of Tennessee. Youth Villages expanded the model, and it is now being implemented in 13 states. The Clearinghouse was established by the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct an objective and transparent review of research on programs and services intended to provide enhanced support to children and families and prevent foster care placements. It determines what services can be funded under the Family First Prevention Services Act. “The Clearinghouse is helping states identify evidencebased interventions that really work to strengthen and restore struggling families,” Lawler said. “It is a transformational moment for child welfare in this country.”
YOUTH VILLAGES 2020
PROGRAM SUCCESS ONE YEAR AFTER DISCHARGE AT HOME
NO TROUBLE
IN SCHOOL
WITH FAMILY
WITH THE LAW
OR GRADUATED
87%
90%
95%
Includes only youth who received at least 60 days of service and reflect a response rate of 45% (2,482 out of 5,510).
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FROM FOSTER CARE TO VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY LifeSet serves as a bridge for young people who are exiting foster care to successful adulthood. Currently, 90% of the young people in the program are living independently and either have a job or are enrolled in school.
Tristan poses for a photo at Vanderbilt University’s campus.
“I am now determined to help other youth going through the same things as I did by showing them there is a way out and a better way to live.” Tristan
Tristan, 20, entered Department of Children’s Services custody when he was 14 years old. “I got caught up in a lot of stuff I was not supposed to,” Tristan said. “I think that’s common for kids who grew up like I did. You have to do whatever it takes to get by.” Tristan entered state custody and was placed in residential services. He started making great progress and stepped down to a foster home. Before turning 18 and aging out of foster care, Tristan found Youth Villages. “A teacher I was cool with at alternative school was familiar with the LifeSet program, and she got me enrolled before my 18th birthday,” Tristan said. “I knew I was in a
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big transition period in my life and felt I needed more help to keep everything straight, especially since I planned to continue on with my education.” After getting his associate degree from Nashville State University, Tristan decided to pursue a bachelor’s degree at Vanderbilt University. He applied with the help of his LifeSet specialist, Brianna Martin. He wasn’t sure he could get into a prestigious school like Vanderbilt, but when he was accepted and found out he would be receiving a full scholarship, he could not believe it!
Tristan continues on page 9
The wonderful staff and volunteers who helped with Holiday Heroes this year.
AMIDST PANDEMIC, HOLIDAY HEROES BREAKS RECORDS Companies, community volunteers provide wish list gifts for 2,295 children in Middle Tennessee
Youth Villages of Middle Tennessee had a record year for Holiday Heroes raising $173,550 and engaging 62 corporate partners and 275 individual volunteers to help 2,295 children and young people for the holidays. Holiday Heroes provides wish list gifts for local children and young people who might otherwise not receive gifts for the holidays. One of these young people served by Holiday Heroes this year was Mariah. Mariah entered the LifeSet program after she exited foster care at age 18. She was doing very well on her own, working at Walmart and pursuing her associate degree in radiology, until she found out she was expecting a baby. Being on her own and on a limited budget, she was worried about how she would provide for her child. Support from Holiday Heroes helped Mariah with baby items such as a highchair, diapers, clothes and even a rocker for the baby’s room. “I am so appreciative for the help I received from Holiday Heroes,” Mariah said. “Thank you for the amazing Christmas gifts and getting me everything I need to care for my daughter, who I am going to name Scarlett.” In addition to volunteers providing gifts for our kids, several companies sponsored activities and meals for our Nashvillearea group homes, including a meal from Saint Stephen’s in Holiday Heroes continues on page 6
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Holiday Heroes continued Germantown sponsored by former NFL player and firstround draft pick Jake Long and his wife, Jacqueline. Also, the Nashville Predators Foundation organized a “12 Days of Christmas” event delivering gifts to all three group homes for the 12 days leading up to Christmas Eve. It ended with a Zoom meeting between our teens living at the homes and current players: Ryan Johansen, Colton Sissions and Dante Fabbro. Lastly, a special thank you to 615 Ventures for donating the space used to organize logistics for Holiday Heroes and our committed volunteers and staff who donated their time and energy by participating in a safe, masked and socially distanced execution of this imperative program for our youth and families!
presented by Journeys, celebrating Holiday Heroes
Since we could not gather in person for our annual wrapping party, we hosted a virtual event celebrating the impact Holiday Heroes has made on the Middle Tennessee community for the last 15 years. The presentation featured interviews from staff, volunteers and youth who received gifts from the Holiday Heroes program discussing the impact this campaign had on them. Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Journeys, for making this event possible. Overall, we raised nearly $ 10,000 to help purchase the gifts for “last-minute kids” who came into our care in late December. Also, a big thank you to our additional sponsors, Piedmont Natural Gas and Lipman Brothers.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS 4th Wall Acting Studio* 615 Ventures* Aerobuild AHEAD* Ann & Joe Gilbert* Ascension Technology Asurion* Berkshire Residential Big Yellow Dog Music* Blue Sky Cottage Brasfield Gorrie, LLC Change Healthcare* Compassionate Friends Delek US Dell Nashville Donelson Hermitage Exchange Club Dr. J.J. Wendel Plastic Surgery Drake Software* Executive Women’s International* Florim, USA* FlyteVu* GEODIS Hampton Inn & Suites Hannah Constructors* Hensel Phelps Hunt Brothers Pizza Informa Financial Intelligence ISTS* Jackson National Life Insurance JetRight Aerospace Holdings LLC Joe Rice* Journeys, Genesco Inc.*
Junior League of Nashville* Kroll Lipman Brothers** Lirio Lisa Peebles Chagnon M3 Technology Nashville Junior Predators Nashville Predators Foundation naviHealth* NFIB Northwestern Mutual Piedmont Natural Gas* RC Mathews Reliance Heating & Air Renasant Bank Rogers Group RWENA Neighborhood Ryan Homes Star Spangled Brewery Stasko & Griffis – Keller Homes Realty* TechnologyAdvice* Tennessee Soccer Club* The Plant Novi LLC Tripe V Academy Troubadour Golf & Field Club Turner Construction* UBS Vanderbilt Children’s Medical Group Volunteer Credit Corporate Union Williamson Medical Center Pediatric Teams Wood Personnel
*financial contributors | **event sponsor
In Middle Tennessee alone, Youth Villages’ employees gave back $138,379 this year.
Taylor and Tony Barnes, counselors out of our Cookeville office, lost their home and vehicles during last year’s tornadoes.
OUR FAMILY CAMPAIGN RAISES SIX FIGURES YOUTH VILLAGES’ STAFF SUPPORT ITS MISSION OF HELPING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES LIVE SUCCESSFULLY
One of the unique qualities about Youth Villages is that not only are we a charitable organization, but our staff is incredibly charitable as well. For more than 20 years, Youth Villages’ staff has generously funded the Our Family Campaign (OFC) by donating a portion of their paychecks to support the programs they provide and to support fellow teammates who might be experiencing crisis or have had a personal hardship. This is no small campaign. In Middle Tennessee alone, Youth Villages’ employees gave back $138,379 this year—and that was during a pandemic! When the tornadoes ripped through Middle Tennessee last March, many staff members were impacted, including Taylor and Tony Barnes, counselors out of the Cookeville Youth Villages office. The Barnes lost almost all of their material assets in the storm. What they did not lose was the support of their colleagues. With funds from OFC, the Barnes were able to overcome some financial burdens along with the knowledge that their company was supporting them along the way. “When we found out we were getting help from OFC, we just broke down and cried,” Taylor said. “If I have learned anything about Youth Villages, it is that they are true to our core values…‘kids’ needs come first, always’ and ‘we are committed to our staff.’” OFC funding also supports the LifeSet program, which supports young people aging out of state Our Family continues on page 8
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Serena, a participant in LifeSet, is thriving in her freshman year at MTSU.
“I love my LifeSet specialist. We meet regularly, and I feel like she really cares about me and makes an effort to get to know me. She is one of the closest adults I have in my life.” Serena
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Our Family continued custody to help ensure a successful transition to adulthood. Specialists work to help them attain educational goals, find employment, secure stable housing, acquire life skills, build a network of support, and learn how to utilize community resources. These youth face a significantly higher risk of falling into the cycles of recidivism, substance abuse, unemployment and homelessness. Serena, who was living at a group home, entered the LifeSet program when she turned 18. She was matched with a LifeSet specialist and is currently a student at Middle Tennessee State University. She even has her own apartment. This year, OFC followed our theme of “Youth Villages Starts with YOU,” highlighting how our employees are the heart of what we do. Virtual presentations and a short video highlighted stories of those who were impacted by OFC in the previous year, including employees and LifeSet participants, to remind everyone of the good provided through this employee-giving initiative. “The stories typically seal the deal for my decision to give,” said Julie Abbott, community development manager for Youth Villages MTN. “I’ve worked in other nonprofit organizations, but never one that has a campaign like OFC and so many employees willing to give back to its mission. It’s inspiring!” Youth Villages employees across the country gave a total of $2.4 million in last fiscal year, and we hope to continue to see that number grow.
“I think a lot of youth in my situation get caught up in what they have to do just to get by,” Tristan said. “Because of that, they either lose sight of their future plans or never get to form them. LifeSet makes it a little easier to manage what I’ve got going on today, so they can help me look forward and build for the future.” Tristan
Tristan continued “Getting into Vanderbilt was the biggest accomplishment of my life,” Tristan said. “I’ve always done well at school, but I never thought I could get into a school like Vanderbilt. School has always kept me focused and on the right track, and it has paid off.” Tristan was working part time as a peer support for the Reengagement Hub at Monroe Harding, but after classes started at Vanderbilt, he realized he needed to take a step back and focus on school. He also is a consultant and council member with the Annie E. Casey Foundation, helping other young people like himself navigate the challenges of experiencing foster care. Tristan is pursuing a degree in social work and plans to have a career in child welfare reform or juvenile justice after getting his master’s degree. He is thankful for the LifeSet program and the support it provides while he is in school. “Every week, there was an issue with my enrollment, but Brianna helped me make sure I had everything I needed for school,” Tristan said. “She understands what I am going through since I am basically on track to enter the same career field as her. She does a great job helping me manage my workload.” LifeSet helps more than 300 young people daily in Middle Tennessee, guiding them to reach their full potential and successfully achieve independence through housing, employment, education, budgeting and transportation. We are excited to watch Tristan as he continues to find success at Vanderbilt and in LifeSet. For more information about supporting the LifeSet program, contact Rae Hummell, director of development, at rae.hummell@youthvillages.org.
Through the generous support of a private family foundation, Tristan received a new car after numerous struggles accessing reliable transportation. Now, he can get to school and work safely.
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TWO MAJOR DONORS MAKE TRANSFORMATIONAL GIFTS
Youth Villages is honored to spotlight Jackson National Life Insurance Company (Jackson®) and the Marlene and Spencer Hays Foundation for making a combined gift of $258,000 toward the LifeSet program and Nashville-area group homes. Jackson generously contributed $120,000 to provide capital improvements and enhancements to the group homes and give young people exiting foster care, in the LifeSet program, the support they need when transitioning into adulthood. The gift has already funded a new fence and driveway at the Tallwood boys’ home, with other projects scheduled for 2021 including a new fence at the Binkley boys’ home and remodeled bathrooms at both homes.
The new fence at the Tallwood group home funded by Jackson®.
JACKSON NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, MARLENE AND SPENCER HAYS FOUNDATION PROVIDE A COMBINED INVESTMENT OF MORE THAN A QUARTER MILLION DOLLARS TO HELP ENHANCE PROGRAMMING IN MIDDLE TENNESSEE. 10
“We cannot thank Jackson enough for this transformational gift to the Nashville group homes and the LifeSet program.” Charmaine Kromer, Youth Villages Chief Operating Officer Community Based Programs
“The year 2020 has been full of challenges, but we have been impressed by how nonprofits are rising to those challenges to continue serving the most vulnerable among us,” said Danielle Robinson Assistant Vice President of Corporate Philanthropy at Jackson National Life Insurance Company. “We are proud to support Youth Villages, because they share our common goal of strengthening families and creating economic opportunities in our communities.”
Jackson also participated in Holiday Heroes, financially supporting and shopping for more than 30 children in December. Thank you, Jackson, for the nearly 10 years of partnership to help local children and families live successfully.
“We continue to be amazed by the giving nature of our corporate partners and foundations,” Kromer said. “These generous financial contributions will provide necessary enhancements to our group homes and give young people exiting foster care in the LifeSet program the comprehensive support they need to navigate the adult world.”
“We are very pleased to be able to partner with Youth Villages in providing hope and a good environment to young people in the Middle Tennessee area.” Kevin Hickman Trustee Marlene and Spencer Hays Foundation The Marlene and Spencer Hays Foundation gifted an astounding $138,000 to fund the capital needs at the Wallace girls’ group home and the LifeSet program in Middle Tennessee. The ‘hope’ that the Hays Foundation is providing with their investment will impact the lives of the nearly 300 young people served by LifeSet in Middle Tennessee each year. These young people are exiting custody and need guidance and resources to learn how to live successfully on their own. Without LifeSet, these youth are at a higher risk of homelessness, incarceration, unemployment and substance abuse.
Auja, LifeSet participant and YVScholar recently graduating from Belmont University in December.
Lastly, all three group homes will have generators installed in early 2021 to ensure the programs can continue to operate successfully and safely, even when the power goes out. With Nashville being so geographically prone to tornadoes, these generators will provide a sense of security for the residents and are an essential necessity for these homes. Other community partners contributing to the generator project are Piedmont Natural Gas, Dodd Electric and RC Mathews, donating their time, service and expertise to the project.
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Jaywanna and Jonathon Neal adopted Christopher in September of 2020.
LEARNING TO BE PATIENT For Middle Tennessee-based Jaywanna Neal, fostering is second nature
Growing up, Jaywanna’s mom opened her home to foster children and adopted a pair of siblings. When Jaywanna was single and in her 20s, she took in her first foster child. She said it was a great experience, and he stayed with her until he was no longer a minor. With a career change, Jaywanna took a few years off from fostering then married her husband, Jonathan, in 2008. Their pastor asked them if they would be willing to foster youth, so they talked and prayed about it. The couple went through classes with Youth Villages and had their home certified for fostering, a process that took three months. A few days later, in July 2019, the Neals received a call from Youth Villages asking them to come to Memphis to meet a 9-year-old boy for fostering. Jaywanna said she immediately felt she was meant to adopt the young boy, Christopher, before even meeting him. The Neals said Christopher brings so much joy to their family and has brought a lot of life into their house with his humor and singing. Jonathan is a musician, and Christopher loves to sing along with him. “When you’re fostering, you have to be patient, and show love and affection,” Jaywanna said. Christopher’s adoption was finalized in September 2020. The Neals are currently fostering another young boy and hope to continue adding to their family.
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MIDDLE TENNESSEE DONORS JULY 1 THROUGH DEC. 31, 2020 Asurion Mr. and Mrs. Michael Ciklin Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Gregory Ruth Q. Davis Foundation Mrs. Laura Stasko The HCA Foundation
PROTECTOR 5,000 to $9,999
$
FlyteVu Agency, LLC. Mr. and Mrs. William Hamburg Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Speyer Mr. Thomas and Nikki Swann The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee Dr. David Trenner
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING YOUTH VILLAGES. THE FOLLOWING DONORS MADE GIFTS TO YOUTH VILLAGES BETWEEN JULY 1 AND DEC. 31, 2020. WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THESE THOUGHTFUL CONTRIBUTIONS.*
INNOVATOR
PILLAR
Jackson National Life Insurance Company Marlene and Spencer Hays Foundation Youth Villages, Inc. Employees – Our Family Campaign
Clayton Potter Foundation The Memorial Foundation
100,000
$
+
VISIONARY
50,000 to $99,999
25,000 to $49,000
$
LEADER
10,000 to $24,999
$
$
Anonymous Mr. James Thomas
Altria Companies Employee Community Fund Anonymous
*If you made a contribution during this time (above $1,000) but it is not listed, please call 615-250-7200.
BUILDER
1,000 to $4,999
$
Anonymous Mr. Kevin Baker Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Ballesteros Clifton Batson Mrs. Cassidy Bentley DBH Distributing, LLC Dell Direct Giving Campaign Mr. Paul Dent Dollar General Literacy Foundation Florim USA, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gilbert Mr. and Mrs. Harris Gilbert Dr. and Mrs. John Greer Hannah Constructors, LLC HCA Caring For The Community Highland Corp Charitable Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Hinton Mr. Randy Holcombe
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Dominique and Kevin Gill along with Joc (bio son), Kynnedi (bio daughter), Andrew (adopted son). Andrew was adopted by the Gill’s in July 2020.
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Eva and Richard Johnson Mr. Zach Jones Junior League of Nashville Mr. Nathaniel Kenney Stacy Kreisberg Mrs. Kim Lapidus Ms. Jessica Liff Ms. Sarah Looney Mrs. Meghan Markie Shannon Martin Ms. Katherine McElroy Ms. Shannon Millen Catherine Morrell Mrs. and Mr. Pam and Darrell Mueller Fluent NaviHealth, Inc. Robert Neese Piedmont Natural Gas Renasant Bank Joseph Rice Rogers Group, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Clark Rollins Tennessee Soccer Club The 4th Wall, LLC The Churchill Foundation The Dale Family Foundation
The Stratton Foster Charitable Foundation Turner Construction Company Horatio B. and Willie D. Buntin Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Knox Walkup Ms. Michelle Warren Whole Foods Market - Franklin/ Cool Springs Mr. Jeff Worswick
HONORARIUM AND MEMORIALS Julie Abbott Steve Arendall Stergal Bailey Ruchala and Caleb Bone Taylor Christian Brewer MaryBeth Brozska Will Hedges Rae Hummell Ben Koomen Eileen Kott
Willie Lipscomb Dan and Daisy Littlefield Jordan Martinez Johannes Moolman Sam Nelson Tristan Numbers Office of Student Success Tennessee Board of Regents Esen Ozgener Pam Patterson Tyler Reynolds Wayne Schott Greg Schott Thomas Swann Lisa Thacker Jim Thomas Ryan Tropauer Lisa Vella-Puff Linda Ward Reid Ward Theresa Webber Lyndsay Wilkinson Janice Worswick Dave and Ruth Anne Yount
THERE ARE NUMEROUS WAYS YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN YOUTH VILLAGES’ PROGRAMS.
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BECOME A FORCE FOR FAMILIES Mentor, foster parent, volunteer or financially donate to our programs. Your support can have a direct impact on the future of the hundreds of children we help every day in Middle Tennessee.
GET INVOLVED Support Youth Villages June 28, 2021 | 8 a.m. Legends Vanderbilt Club Youth Villages partners with the Owen Graduate School of Management to host the annual golf classic to benefit the LifeSet program, which bridges the gap between foster care and adulthood for young people. The event is a four-person golf scramble with breakfast, lunch, beverages and gifts included with registration. The event will follow guidelines to help ensure the health and safety of our golfers and volunteers. Contact Lyndsay.Wilkinson@youthvillages.org for more information regarding the event.
Rae Hummell, Director of Development rae.hummell@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7207
Donor advised fund or represent a foundation Greg Schott, Assistant Director of Development greg.schott@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7262
Fundraising events or becoming a corporate partner Lyndsay Wilkinson, Senior Manager, Development and Communications lyndsay.wilkinson@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7278
Volunteer opportunities Julie Abbott, Community Development Manager julie.abbott@youthvillages.org | 615-250-7266
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Kicking off May 5 | 6 p.m. Ending May 6 | 6 p.m. The Big Payback is a 24-hour day of online giving to support area nonprofits. Youth Villages will participate once again to raise much-needed funds for YVScholars who have been impacted by COVID-19 (housing, transportation, basic need items, education needs, etc.). Learn more www.thebigpayback. org/YouthVillagesMTN
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