As many of you know, last year was my first year participating in Over the Edge, and I had SO MUCH FUN! The YSB is such an amazing resource for our local youth and I cannot think of a better chairty to support. Or such a fun way to support it! As a mother of two children, its comofrting knowing there are safe spaces for kids who may not have otherwise. The YSB ultimate goal is to ensure all youth have access to safety, shelter and the opportunity to succeed. They work to help youth repair foundations which have been damaged by abuse, neglect, homelessness and lack of resources by teaching them how to overcome the complex barriers to self-sufficiency. They do this through offering an array of services (emergency youth shelter, street outreach program, a drop in center, transitional living programs, independent living programs, individual and family counseling, case management services, Safe Place presentations and sites) which are offered completely free of charge to youth. Our entire community benefits when we can empower young people and give them the tools to build self-sufficient and successful lives.
My goal is to raise at least $1,000 this year. Since it's my 40th Birthday on September 19th, I'm asking everyone to donate towards this for my birthday!