The Coming Season
Five years ago, with the guidance of our Board of Directors, we entered a ten-year succession plan. We would be foolish and even negligent to allow what the Lord has built to fall just because we failed to plan, so we have been very proactive to look to the future, pray, and seek out the Lord’s provision for the next season.
Restoration Cycles: Conquering Natchez Trace
The Natchez Trace bike trip started off like any other bike tour. Lots of planning went into choosing a route and securing transportation to the terminus of the ride.
Our 2022 YRGC Christmas Wishlist
The holiday season is here, and with it comes an opportunity to bless our residents! We are pleased to present the 2022 Youth-Reach Gulf Coast (YRGC) Christmas wish list.
Help Us Bless Our Graduate, Rian Sipe, This Christmas
We are trying to garner financial support to help Rian buy a newer, more practical vehicle to serve him for the many years he will be serving us. He is planning on visiting with us during the Christmas holiday and we would love to surprise him by taking him car shopping. You are likely seeing this because you know and love Rian, but you could also help by promoting this effort amongst people whom you know.
Restoration Cycles Completes Natchez Trace Bicycle Tour
Many people desire to do something significant that challenges them physically and mentally. That is precisely what Restoration Cycles offers young men at Youth-Reach. Birthed out of Tony and I’s experience on the 4,000-mile TransAmerica, I knew bicycle touring could somehow positively benefit residents who were desperate for wholesome adventure.
Nikolas’ Story: Humility Leads to Open Doors
When I came to Youth-Reach, I was a prideful jock. Director David Williams was one of the first people to call me out on my pride. From there, he and the staff showed me what humility as a Christ follower looks like.
Inaugural Joey Jones Celebrity Golf Tournament Helps Restore Lost Futures
The first ever Joey Jones Celebrity Golf Tournament was held on July 1, 2022, at Kiva Dunes Golf Course in Gulf Shores, Alabama. We hosted an outstanding group of celebrity golfers, including professional athletes, coaches, entertainers and executives.
Marcus’ Story >> From Spiraling Down to Aiming High
After graduating from high school, Marcus Guerrero was lost. His closest friends were moving on to new careers and new relationships, but he had no purpose and no motivation to succeed. His older brother, Micah, had experienced change through Youth-Reach Gulf Coast, and Marcus thought maybe there was hope for him, too.
10th Annual Golf Tournament Helps Restore Lost Futures
Our 10th Annual Youth-Reach Gulf Coast (YRGC) Golf Tournament was an amazing day of camaraderie, sportsmanship and philanthropy. We saw some outstanding talent out on the course, and lots of great memories were made by those who attended.
Congratulations, Marcus: YRGC Grad Joins the Air Force
Congratulations to Marcus, a 2021 Youth-Reach Gulf Coast (YRGC) grad who recently joined the Air Force! The 23-year-old hails from Texas and graduated from YRGC in May of 2021. He participated in transitional living on our campus until he left for basic training on February 1.