"Little did I know,
thirty years ago when I started YCC, that more than 30,000 kids in need
would come through those doors. YCC is an agency with a heart for kids
and families, and they have set many young lives back on the right
track. YCC is the only "safety net" for at-risk youth in our
community."
Gwen Yates
fmr City Councilwoman, Dist 8
Founder of Youth Crisis Center
Welcome
Youth Crisis Center is a remarkable success story about changed lives
and reunited families. In 1974, Gwen Yates, former
Jacksonville City Councilwoman, founded YCC as Florida's first runaway youth
shelter. YCC soon emerged as Florida's busiest runaway program, and it
is now one of the busiest in the country, housing more than 1,600 youth
each year.
In 1975, the CBS crew of 60 Minutes identified our
organization as an exemplary program worthy of being highlighted on
their Sunday evening broadcast.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (January 21, 2010) — Touchstone Village Opening A Grand Success — On January 21st, what started out with frightful weather ended up with storm clouds clearing in time for the grand opening celebration of Touchstone Village . And a grand event it was!
Over 150 attended the celebration to hear a speech by Mayor Peyton via video. The attendees enjoyed the music of the UNF Jazz Ensemble, a DJ and food & beverage stations donated by some of Jacksonville 's best restaurants. The visitors were able to tour the entire campus that had staff and board members providing information about the program at each location.
We continue to provide tours of Touchstone Village for those who were not able to make the opening event. If you are interested in touring the campus, please contact Donna Koncinsky at 904-805-0850 or email
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (May 4, 2009) — New Village on Jacksonville's Southside to raise foster teens. Program's housing, skill training offer chance at a brighter future.
"Little did I know,
thirty years ago when I started YCC, that more than 30,000 kids in need
would come through those doors. YCC is an agency with a heart for kids
and families, and they have set many young lives back on the right
track. YCC is the only "safety net" for at-risk youth in our
community."
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (January 21, 2010) — Touchstone Village Opening A Grand Success — On January 21st, what started out with frightful weather ended up with storm clouds clearing in time for the grand opening celebration of Touchstone Village . And a grand event it was!
Over 150 attended the celebration to hear a speech by Mayor Peyton via video. The attendees enjoyed the music of the UNF Jazz Ensemble, a DJ and food & beverage stations donated by some of Jacksonville 's best restaurants. The visitors were able to tour the entire campus that had staff and board members providing information about the program at each location.
We continue to provide tours of Touchstone Village for those who were not able to make the opening event. If you are interested in touring the campus, please contact Donna Koncinsky at 904-805-0850 or email
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (May 4, 2009) — New Village on Jacksonville's Southside to raise foster teens. Program's housing, skill training offer chance at a brighter future.