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.

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.

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...

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.

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.