YESS

Less than 6 months until Christmas! 🎄 Every July donation to Adopt-A-Teen is matched up to $55,000, helping YESS prepare holiday support for 6,000+ youth across Edmonton. 🎁 Donate today: yess.org/adopt-a-teen Adopt-A-Teen is presented by @southgatecentre 🎄

A gift can mean so much more than what's inside the bag. It reminds a young person they're seen, valued, and not forgotten. 💛 🎄 Support Adopt-A-Teen this July and your donation will be matched up to $55,000 thanks to Dow Canada and MNH Injury Lawyers. yess.org/adopt-a-teen

Your donation helps YESS provide holiday support to youth across our community—whether that's a $50 Southgate Centre gift card, a warm meal, a safe place to sleep, or other essential services. 🎁 Donate today: yess.org/adopt-a-teen

Even better? Throughout July, every donation is matched dollar for dollar, up to $55,000, thanks to Dow Canada and MNH Injury Lawyers. That means your gift goes twice as far.

Christmas... in July? We know it sounds early—but for YESS, preparing for the holidays starts months before December. Here's why. 🧵👇

We're hiring for two exciting roles: 💼 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) 💛 Development Coordinator, Annual Giving If you're passionate about purpose-driven work and want to be part of a team creating lasting change, we'd love to hear from you. yess.bamboohr.com/careers

Summer festival season is officially in full swing, and being right off Whyte Ave means there’s always something exciting happening nearby! What’s your favourite Edmonton summer festival? 👀

Shoutout to Duggans Boundary for sponsoring YESS and hosting our 2026 Tap Into YESS series! Throughout the year, we invite our donors, volunteers and supporters to join us to chat about YESS and enjoy delicious brews. Become a donor today ➡️ yess.org/donate/

YESS is incredibly grateful for the unwavering support and fundraising from BOMA Edmonton + North at its Golf Classic, hosted at The Quarry on June 3. Your dedication makes a real difference, and we appreciate all that you do! 💚🏌️‍♂️

Over 60% of youth experiencing homelessness don’t have consistent access to nutritious meals. At YESS, youth can access hot meals, snacks, and a safe place to eat every day. Something as simple as knowing where your next meal is coming from can make a huge difference. 💛

Happy Pride Month 🌈💛 At YESS, we aim to make youth to feel safe, supported, respected, and welcome exactly as they are. Pride is about community, belonging, and knowing you deserve to take up space. We see you. We support you. 🫶

There’s no such thing as too many cooks in the kitchen 🧑🏻‍🍳 This group of volunteers had a fun time cooking a meal for our YESS youth. Interested in volunteering at YESS? Email volunteer@yess.org to learn more!

We’re excited to launch Mending Hope, a new program at YESS 🧵💛 In partnership with The Mended Thread, youth at YESS will learn hand sewing skills to repair clothing & footwear — building confidence, independence, and skills for life.

We’re so grateful to the amazing associates across 8 @HomeDepotCanada Edmonton-area stores 💛 Together, you raised an incredible $59,639.56 through the 2025 Holiday Orange Door Project Campaign — exceeding the previous year’s total! 🎉

Whether you need counselling, ongoing care, or help figuring out your next step, our team is here to walk alongside you and make those connections easier. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Support is here when you need it. #yeg

36% of youth who need mental health support aren’t getting it. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. Talk to someone you trust or reach out — you deserve support. 💛

We’re #hiring a Fund Development Manager! #yeg If you’re passionate about fundraising, relationship-building, and making a difference for youth, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more and apply: yess.bamboohr.com/careers/233

It’s finally warming up… hello, real spring! ☀️ With our proximity to Whyte Ave, we can’t wait for festival season and the busyness, and of course… planting our spring garden 🌱 What are you most looking forward to this season? #YEG

The holidays might get all the spotlight, but spring donations make a huge difference too! Warm meals, clothing, hygiene products, and everyday essentials keep our youth supported all year long. yess.org/donate/