Get the Facts

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are common questions that YES receives. If you have additional questions not covered on our website, please contact us.

General

  • We are happy to set up a tour of our Street Outreach Center. Please call the Street Outreach Center at 402.502.1636 or email us at info@yesomaha.org.

    We do not permit tours of our housing facilities or emergency shelter to ensure client confidentiality.

  • Our website includes most public information about our organization. If you have additional questions, please contact us here.

  • Volunteers are always needed to help us achieve our mission more effectively. There are opportunities to serve a meal or clean at our Street Outreach Center. You can even organize a drive for clothing or hygiene products. Please reach out to Emily Speck if you’re interested in volunteering.

  • Interviews with YES program participants are not permitted.

  • We accept interns on a case by case basis. Please contact HR or visit us on Indeed to view any current opportunities.

  • To provide youth and young adults with safe and stable housing, essential needs and programs that prepare them to lead self-sufficient lives.

  • Youth and young adults thriving in their power and independence.

  • Please read the YES Non-Discrimination Policy here.

Funding

  • Roughly half of our budget is funded through foundation grants and roughly one-fourth is funded through government grants. The remaining funding is raised through special events, and individual, business, and community donations.

  • Our Impact Reports include information on revenue and expenses.

Programming

  • YES manages a Street Outreach Center, Transitional Living Program, Maternity Group Home, Emergency Shelter, offers Job Readiness programming, various rental assistance programs, and other supportive or prevention programs.

  • Our website has specific information for each program on the Get Help page.