Youth Villages

Youth Villages, located at 367 Dellwood City Road in Waynesville, North Carolina, is a dedicated institution that believes every child deserves the opportunity to reach their dreams. With over 35 years of experience, Youth Villages works to improve the lives of children nationwide through various program models and services focused on preserving and restoring families. By partnering with others and advocating for positive change in child welfare, juvenile justice, and children's mental health systems, Youth Villages aims to make a lasting impact.

Currently, there are over 435,000 children in foster care, 120,000 awaiting adoption, and 20,000 aging out of the system without family support. Youth Villages believes in the importance of preserving and strengthening families to provide children with a safe and stable environment. Through evidence-based, family-focused services, Youth Villages aims to bring hope and help to children and families in need.

The institution also provides proven services for young adults transitioning out of foster care. By working with organizations and agencies nationwide, Youth Villages is changing the lives of thousands of children and families each year. Through their direct services and partnerships, they strive to transform children's systems, deepen their impact, and deliver better results one child and one family at a time.

One success story from Youth Villages is Mariah, a former LifeSet participant, who shares how the program impacted her life positively. The institution also offers outdoor recreational therapy, such as at Inner Harbour, which has helped individuals like Joshua shift their outlook on life.

If you share a passion for helping children and families succeed, Youth Villages welcomes your support. By making a contribution, you can directly help children and young adults receive the opportunities they deserve. Stay informed about national programs and ways to get involved by signing up for regular updates from Youth Villages. Join the mission to make a difference in the lives of young people in need.