Addison's Story
Read how Youth Haven made a difference in Addison's life and continues to meet her needs!
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Feb 19, 20202 min read
Damien's Story
Thank you for your investment in the lives of Damien and his brother, and so many others just like them!
Sep 19, 20193 min read
Cameron's Story
Cameron was born a substance-exposed newborn and placed in the care of his grandparents. Read how Youth Haven helped him find hope!
Aug 5, 20192 min read
Micah's Story
When Micah first came to Youth Haven, it was a real struggle for him. Now, Micah’s team leaders report that he is the “leader” of his teams.
Jun 28, 20194 min read
Liam's Story
You are a champion. According to dictionary.com, to be a champion means “to defend; support.” When you give to Youth Haven, you are...
May 30, 20192 min read
Hannah's Story
It was a relative who first requested help for Hannah*, hoping Youth Haven could provide some fun and encouragement...
Jan 30, 20192 min read
Lives Changed: A Story of Hope
By Katherine Lohrmann Children’s names changed for confidentiality. Children’s registration was in full, celebratory gear! Smiling staff...
Jul 19, 20182 min read
A Place of Hope
Ten children slept on the floor of a two-bedroom house, no beds or blankets to keep them warm. Water dripped from the ceiling, speeding...
May 16, 20181 min read
History Highlight: The "Desert Ranch" Ministry Begins
Ephesians 3:20 tells us God “is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” That’s exactly what He did in 1982! Founders...
May 16, 20182 min read
Sharing God's Love for 50 Years
By Stephanie Carroll I recently received a call from a local foster care worker who has been sending kids to Youth Haven for quite a long...
Feb 25, 20182 min read
History Highlight: the Beginning
Youth Haven was founded in 1968 as a result of a call God placed on the lives of Morry and Dorothy Carlson. Morry was a successful...
Aug 11, 20172 min read
Jackson's Story
On the surface, Jackson* is a happy eight-year-old boy who will charm you with his smile. But if you get to know him, you’ll realize how...
Jun 4, 20172 min read
Emily's Story
"I came to Youth Haven as a tired, used child acting as the adult in the family. My dad was an alcoholic, and my parents had divorced by...
Apr 11, 20172 min read
Jacob's Story
Jacob* didn’t have a lot of stability in his life when he first came to us, and he desperately needed someone to show him the love of...
Nov 14, 20151 min read
"You Saved My Life"
I grew up in a poor home, with an alcoholic, abusive single father. My mother was not in the picture at all as I was taken away due to...
Aug 4, 20152 min read
Torrie's Story
She was 13 when she first came to Youth Haven, with the weight of the world on her shoulders. In one week, Torrie and her younger...
May 6, 20152 min read
Matt's Story
Thank you for investing in this child! Matt* came to us at the impressionable age of 12. He had been living with his foster parents, whom...
Apr 30, 20153 min read
Thank You for Everything You Do!
A few weeks after I had turned 3 years old my real father died in a semi wreck and was killed instantly. My real mother took his death...
Mar 31, 20152 min read
Josh's Story
One choice changes everything. Josh* first came to Youth Haven in the summer of 2013, at the request of his adoptive mother. Although he...
Sep 9, 20142 min read
If We Don't, Who Will?
“I’m afraid people will hurt me because I’m small,” she confided. We were sitting in the back of the chapel, just the two of us, after...
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