1. First and foremost, we are a Christian ministry built on the foundation of God’s Word. We are not religious, but we take advantage of the power found in a relationship with Jesus to witness the healing of young lives. Firm, compassionate and balanced discipline coupled with clear and predictable boundaries are key elements in this transformation.
2. Secondly, we never charge a fee for our services. We feel strongly that our services should be provided without a parent’s ability to pay the bill being a consideration. This work is not cheap, but we are committed to raising the support so our assistance to families can be offered free of charge.
3. Third, we are a long-term solution for the kids that need long-term care. A child can stay at Youth-Reach for as long as they need a home and continue to make progress. If a child is in need and remains teachable, they may stay, graduate from high school and leave Youth-Reach for college.
4. Fourth, we are legitimate in every way. Youth-Reach is licensed (but not funded in any way) by the State of Texas through the Department of Human Resources to operate our Foster Group Homes. We are a recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization and perform yearly independent audits. Youth-Reach is a member of ECFA (the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability) and the North Channel Chamber of Commerce as well as being a recognized charity by the Better Business Bureau. Our facilities meet or exceed all state and county health, fire and building codes.
5. And fifth, our license allows us to work with both juveniles and adults. We care for juveniles from age twelve to seventeen years of age and for adults from the ages of eighteen to twenty one. Kids must be in the seventh grade to enter Youth-Reach.
