This is a mentoring program for at risk youth, that pairs youth with adult mentors in order to assist the youth in becoming productive citizens. Mentors meet with youth one on one guiding them in the right direction
The Youth Serve program focuses primarily on youth who are of middle and early high school age. This age group is particularly problematic and a perfect time for mentoring to be effective. At-risk young people have lost faith in the possibilities that await them if they are successful in putting their lives together. Youth Serve is here to restore that hope.
NO JUDGEMENT
NO AGENDAS
NO CHECK BOXES
JUST HELP ALL PEOPLE, BECAUSE JESUS DID
Youth Haven Ministries (YHM) is a grassroots 501(c)(3) that began as a refuge for youth and has grown to become a movement. We DEFY systems and BREAK barriers. We don't empower. We Don't use the buzzwords. We don't compartmentalize. We show up. We help and we serve.
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YHM exists to serve all people with practical help and offer lasting hope—no judgment, no conditions, just like Jesus.
Unconditional service, showing the love of Jesus Christ by our actions
PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE
2017
TAMPA BAY, FL
A GRASS ROOTS MOVEMENT & A YOUTH CENTER THAT CHANGED LIVES
2024
COLUMBIA, SC
FIFTY ONE-FIFTY FOUNDATION FIGHTS HOMELESSNESS
2026
CHARLESTON, WV
THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN HOPE FOR APPALACHIAN
YOUTH
A New Kind of Teen Center for a Post‑COVID Generation
THE CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
We are launching a campaign to bring our successful teen center model from Tampa Bay to Charleston, West Virginia. Our goal is to create a safe and welcoming space for all kids in the community. To make this vision a reality, we need your support through donated space, volunteers, and funding. Together, we can provide a place where every child feels accepted and valued!
"A SAFE PLACE FOR ALL KIDS"
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THE BROCHURE
Nobody will fall through the cracks anymore. A true haven where all kids and their families can be accepted and get any help, they are seeking without barriers. There will be something for everyone--a place for all to fit in.
This vision is carried out through a comprehensive approach rooted in seven core pillars so that no one is left behind.
Everything we do is grounded in unconditional service inspired by the love of Christ.
"We will offer is something for every type of kid, from simple recreation to one on one mentoring and inspirational teachings. Youth get the time and attention they want, along with the services they need and hope for their future. Help along with hope, built on a foundation of earned trust. This is Youth Haven Ministries." -Tony Losacco Founder
PLANNED PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
YOUTHREACH
Offers a dedicated mental health and life skills website for teens and young adults. We also have a broad range of social media engagement on all major platforms providing videos, blogs, and other resources as well as an open door for youth who are in need of assistance to contact us. In addition to this our street outreach teams meet with youth in the community — offering hope, guidance, and practical support.
Other Outreach Efforts
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Charity Drives – Providing food, clothing, and essential supplies to those in need.
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Community Events – Building relationships and unity through local gatherings and activities.
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Homeless Outreach – Offering compassion, conversation, and care packages to our unhoused neighbors.
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Holiday Events – Sharing joy and the love of Christ during seasons when many feel most alone.
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Town Halls – Creating spaces for honest conversation and community collaboration.
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Surveys – Listening to our community to better understand needs and shape our response.
Jesus was a people seeker. He didn’t wait for people to come to Him — He went to them. He sought out the lost, the hurting, and the forgotten. He made Himself approachable, meeting people where they were. That’s what our outreach programs are all about.
WHAT WE ARE, AND ARE NOT
Christianity is a way of life, NOT a Religion. Discipleship is an investment in people, NOT a class. Church is a family of believers NOT a building. The Bible is a guidebook for health, NOT a weapon to attack. Jesus came to Save you NOT to JUDGE you. We are here to serve you, NOT hurt you.