YES has been selected as a recipient of the Metro Omaha Medical Society (MOMS) Foundation matching grant! Thanks to their incredible support, YES will receive over $16,000 to strengthen our mental health program.

Our amazing friends at Southern Glazer’s shared heartfelt messages of encouragement to include in pantry bags, hygiene kits, and other essential resources for our youth—just in time for Valentine’s Day! 

In our efforts to create a community where every young person can thrive independently, YES asks you to join us in amplifying Black voices, stories, and experiences throughout Black History Month and beyond.

Love is an action—this is Jamene’s guiding principle when it comes to her work with Youth Emergency Services (YES). As the organization’s Street Outreach Lead, Jamene gets to show her love through action every day at YES’ Street Outreach Center.

In January, Youth Emergency Services recognizes Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Through collective education, advocacy, and support, we can put an end to human trafficking and abuse.

As the Outreach Case Manager for YES, Amira’s role is a mix of hands-on care and strategic support. Her day-to-day extends beyond surface-level care—as does her approach to connecting with youth.

2024 marks 50 years of impact Youth Emergency Services (YES)— a very special milestone for our organization! Driven by our mission, YES has empowered Omaha’s young people to thrive in independence for half a century.

As Director of Operations for Youth Emergency Services (YES), Erika connects all aspects of our organization in one role. Her day-to-day work with YES spans as much as her passion for our mission.

In partnership with Youth Emergency Services (YES), Tip Top helps us provide essential resources to young people facing homelessness. How? All profits from store sales go toward supporting the YES mission!

The generous Evans couple put together several dozen birthday kits to donate to Youth Emergency Services’ Street Outreach Center and ensure each of our youth is given the best birthday possible, no matter life’s circumstances.

Youth Emergency Services (YES) is recognizing National Homeless Youth Awareness Month for November. Show your support for YES’ homeless youth in a number of ways!

In her 20-plus years with Youth Emergency Services as a Resident Specialist, Regina has more than made a difference—she has changed lives.

Without a stable home, Alex found himself going down a path of run-ins with the law—until, with guidance, he discovered Youth Emergency Services (YES).

Emily's life took a turn for the better when she was placed in YES’ group home. Little did she know just how much of an impact that YES would have on her life...

On the run from a severely abusive home, Traci was desperate to find a safe, stable place to live. While staying on the street, she met outreach workers from YES—changing her life forever...

August is a busy month for Youth Emergency Services, as we gear up for several community events—including our annual Golf Outing, and, of course, the Dance for a Chance fundraiser!

Youth Emergency Services’ (YES) annual Dance for a Chance fundraiser, “50 Years of YES,” will see several dynamic members of the Omaha community compete through carefully crafted dance routines. Shall we meet them?

2004-2008—expanding our programs. In addition to providing temporary shelter for Omaha’s homeless youth, the 2000s saw Youth Emergency Services seek other ways to support young people in crisis.

Youth Emergency Services (YES) is thrilled to announce its annual Dance for a Chance fundraiser, “50 Years of YES,” is taking place on October 17, 2024, at The Astro in La Vista.

Alyssa Lutz, now the Philanthropy Manager of Youth Emergency Services (YES), understands the struggles of homelessness firsthand. In fact, it is what most compelled her to work with YES.