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April Message from Margo
We are entering an era of change at YESS as we come out of winter, out of some of the most intense realities of the pandemic, and after integrating the…
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Changes at YESS
YESS has been diligently working towards a new mission and vision for young people, aiming to create an environment where all young people have barrier-free access to the help they…
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Donor Spotlight: Monthly Giving
*this donor requested to remain anonymous Tell us a bit about yourself! Our family are born Edmontonians, derived from homesteader stock. I was gifted with the ability and means to…
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The Impact of Monthly Giving
Did you know that up to 75% of the YESS annual operating budget is provided for through donations like yours? This month, we talked to Eddie Gots, Chief Financial Officer…
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How Youth Are Different
Our previous strategies to serve youth have been focused too much on symptom solutions and not enough on addressing the root cause of their difficulties: family and community breakdown and…
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What is the Youth Agency Collaboration?
The Youth Agency Collaboration was formed in 2019 by a group of youth serving agencies with one mission: create a strategic, connected continuum of care throughout Edmonton that will ensure…
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Interview with Great Talks With Podcast
Margo Long, President & CEO of YESS, sat down with the Great Talks With podcast to talk about the importance of community. Listen on your favourite podcast app or watch…
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The Ripple Effect: How One Act of Kindness Creates Endless Possibilities for Youth in Crisis
In a world often marked by challenges and uncertainties, the impact of a single act of kindness can be profound, especially for youth in crisis. Imagine your teenage self, but…
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Philanthropy in Action: How Your Donations are Making a Difference for Youth
Philanthropy is so vital because it has the power to accelerate progress where it’s needed most and support the causes that can fuel real change in the world. This benefits…
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Changing the World with Your Generosity: Stories of Impact from YESS
“My wife was a high school English teacher who introduced a creative writing course to her students. She invited various local authors to speak to the class and assigned…
