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Restoration Cycles: Conquering Natchez Trace
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Restoration Cycles: Conquering Natchez Trace

By Carla Yerkes|2023-01-10T22:13:09-06:00January 10th, 2023|Categories: Events, News|

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.

Inaugural Joey Jones Celebrity Golf Tournament Helps Restore Lost Futures
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Inaugural Joey Jones Celebrity Golf Tournament Helps Restore Lost Futures

By Tiffani Scalzo|2022-08-16T19:45:52-05:00August 16th, 2022|Categories: Events|

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.

10th Annual Golf Tournament Helps Restore Lost Futures
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10th Annual Golf Tournament Helps Restore Lost Futures

By mcbridejessie|2022-04-15T10:30:47-05:00April 14th, 2022|Categories: Events|

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.

July 4th Celebration & Open House Highlights
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July 4th Celebration & Open House Highlights

By mcbridejessie|2021-07-07T21:05:49-05:00July 7th, 2021|Categories: Events, Resident Life|

Thanks so much to everyone who came out to celebrate Independence Day 2021 with us! Although we battled the rain, we still had a great time enjoying food, games, and the opportunity to spend time with so many Youth-Reach Gulf Coast friends...

Thank You 9th Annual Golf Tournament Sponsors
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Thank You 9th Annual Golf Tournament Sponsors

By mcbridejessie|2021-04-13T21:09:52-05:00April 9th, 2021|Categories: Events, News|

We are tremendously grateful for all those who invested in the ministry of Youth-Reach Gulf Coast (YRGC) as sponsors of our 9th Annual Golf Tournament! The support of these community supporters makes it possible for us to offer 24/7 residential, Christ-centered support at no cost to young men who need help learning how to live God-honoring, [...]

9th Annual Golf Tournament
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9th Annual Golf Tournament

By mcbridejessie|2021-02-11T15:08:07-06:00January 20th, 2021|Categories: Events|

We are hosting our 9th Annual Golf Tournament on April 6,2021 at Steelwood Country Club in Loxley, AL. All proceeds will go to support the 24/7 services, support and ministry being provided to the young men served at our 81-acre Youth-Reach Gulf Coast (YRGC) Summerdale campus.

You’re Invited >> Transitional Home Groundbreaking Ceremony
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You’re Invited >> Transitional Home Groundbreaking Ceremony

By mcbridejessie|2020-10-02T04:53:03-05:00August 24th, 2020|Categories: Events, Ministry, News|

The Lord continues to advance the work of our ministry with the expansion of our offerings to include our first transitional living home. We invite you to join us in celebrating this exciting project at our YRGC Transitional Home Groundbreaking Ceremony scheduled for Monday, October 12th at 11:30 a.m. This new facility has been an ongoing [...]

July 4th Pig Pickin’ & Open House
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July 4th Pig Pickin’ & Open House

By mcbridejessie|2020-10-02T04:53:06-05:00July 13th, 2020|Categories: Events, News, Resident Life|

Thank you to everyone who came out to our July 4th Pig Pickin' & Open House earlier this month! Around 300 attendees enjoyed a lawnmower race, mullet toss, bounce house, water slide, and a tour of our 81-acre campus. Many of them also had a chance to meet our residents and staff. Check out some of the [...]

8th Annual Golf Tournament a Success
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8th Annual Golf Tournament a Success

By mcbridejessie|2020-07-10T18:24:15-05:00June 3rd, 2020|Categories: Events, News|

Thank YOU for Supporting the Mission of Building Strong Men Thank YOU to everyone who participated in the 8th Annual Youth-Reach Gulf Coast Golf Tournament yesterday! Ninety-five players from 24 teams came out to support our mission of helping to build strong men of God. We are also grateful for the following [...]

Restoration News >> May Edition
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Restoration News >> May Edition

By mcbridejessie|2020-05-13T14:49:02-05:00May 13th, 2020|Categories: Events, Ministry, News, Resident Life|

?? Missed the May Youth-Reach Gulf Coast Restoration News? Check it out now! This month’s edition features information about our rescheduled date of Jun. 2 for our 8th Annual Golf Tournament, a feature about life at YRGC during the Covid-19 pandemic and more! VIEW RESTORATION NEWS E-NEWSLETTER

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We Are a Christian Ministry

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.

We Never Charge a Fee for Our Services

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.

We Are a Long-Term Solution

We are a long-term solution for the kids that need long-term care. A young man can stay at Youth-Reach for as long as they need a home and continue to make progress. If a guy is in need and remains teachable, they may stay, gain a high school diploma, and leave Youth-Reach for college, or even better, the mission field.

We Are Legitimate

We are legitimate in every way. We are a recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization and perform yearly independent audits. Our facilities meet or exceed all state and county health, fire and building codes.

We Work with Juveniles & Adults

We work with both juveniles and adults. We care for juveniles from age twelve to eighteenth birthday at our Houston campus, and for adult young males ages of eighteen to twenty-two here on our Summerdale, Alabama campus.

Youth-Reach Gulf Coast

5.0

Based on 36 reviews

Linda Graeter

2020-04-21T22:48:59+0000

Greetings, I am happy to have an opportunity to say a good word for YouthReach. I first heard of them when I met... Curt Williams in the mid 90’s...we attended to church together. This ministry is part of God’s work to rescue troubled youth out of this difficult, defiled generation. Integrity, excellence, faithfulness, perseverance, and godly purpose characterize all they do. I have witnessed it over these many years. God is about eternal reach and discipling of people. That is what they are all about. They shoulder this task with the most unruly of our society...rebellious teenage boys.They are worth rescuing to God! If you are looking for a good place to lay up your treasure in Heaven, let me recommend Youth-Reach to you. Blessings! Looking unto JESUS, LoveyDovey Linda z alien ambassador for CHRISTread more

Steve Woods

2019-12-28T03:41:29+0000

They are changing lives one young man at a time. Safe recovery , Christian-based.

Rob Bailey

2019-10-05T15:48:55+0000

Our son was at rock bottom, and YRGC showed him that walking with the Lord brings more joy than anything else in this... world. They have surrounded him with Godly examples who love him and model Christian manhood. HIs life is truly changed because of Youth Reach.read more

Winston McQuitery

2019-03-12T22:50:28+0000

I just saw these guys in action. They have a tall task that many people these days won’t step up and do. God is... definitely going to honor what these guys are doing.read more

Ami Amie

2018-10-28T14:56:03+0000

We met some of your team here at camp Yummy Tummy in Mexico Beach and are blessed by your will to find ways to get help... to people in need who are hard to locate, access, or reach out to you. The persistence of your heart is the persistence of our lords and may all your skills and service be known utilized and rewarding!read more

Jeanine Holt Walker

2018-09-12T00:14:04+0000

I have been overwhelmed since my husband passed away three weeks ago. This wonderful young man stopped to intruduce... himself and I explained that my husband had passed away and I was overwhelmed by the stuff that needed to be done. 15 minutes later, five young men were at my house mowing, trimming bushes, cutting down old bushes, pressure washing my vinyl and front porch, washing my camper and moving my camper for me and several other odds and ends. I feel so blessed to have met such a wonderful group of young men that went above and beyond for 7 hours and they had just met me. They are such a blessing at a time when I truly need the help. This program clearly instills a wonderful sense of community and helping your neighbor. I can't thank them enough.read more

Shannon Hough

2018-04-05T01:16:46+0000

If it weren’t for this program, I don’t know where my brother would be. Certainly not in the position he is in now.... They took my brother in while he was broken, and turned him into a God fearing, loving man. He is a completely and totally different person now than he was before he entered this program. The leaders and staff spoke and poured into my brother’s life when he wouldn’t listen to anyone else. They had a huge impact on him and changed his life forever. I, and my entire family, are so thankful for this program! God used this program and the leaders who work here to change my brother’s life from the dark path he was on, and pointed him towards the light that is Christ Jesus. Again, I honestly can’t even begin to imagine where he would be right now if it weren’t for youth reach. We are all so, so thankful!!read more

Austin Smith

2018-04-05T00:46:47+0000

James Ricks

2018-04-04T20:04:01+0000

A ministry that moves mountains for young men. The heart of this ministry is to never give up on a young man that is... trying to improve. The counselors and their wives are just super fantastic. The staff loves these men in a way that words can't even express. I am a father that almost lost his son. My son's life was saved as a result of YR. Praise God for a ministry that loves in the way that Christ told us to love. I now have a relationship with my son that is better than ever. I now have a son will impact the kingdom because of the investment YR made in him.read more

Blake Terrell

2018-04-04T19:14:26+0000

Nick Gaydos

2018-04-04T18:39:12+0000

Darrel Dank

2018-04-04T17:23:49+0000

Kathy Trotter Bentley

2018-04-04T16:41:52+0000

We are so thankful for the Youth Reach Gulf Coast family. They truly become family to the boys. So thankful for their... commitment to Christ and commitment to love each young man with Father's never-ending, perfect love. Freedom comes in a person's life when he/she knows who God really is and who he/she is IN Christ! Thank you, YRGC!!read more

Maddie Loeffler

2018-04-04T16:13:13+0000

Hannah Elizabeth Buckner

2018-04-04T16:03:53+0000

Sarah Carr McConnell

2018-04-04T15:52:56+0000

Abby Fields

2018-04-04T15:42:17+0000

I love this program and the staff who run it are incredible men and women (their wives) of God. This program/ministry... is very fruitful and I highly recommend it to any young man needing direction, encouragement, support, help, or guidance. I personally believe any parent should be honored to have their son come through this program!read more

David Morris

2018-04-04T15:34:09+0000

I’ve been involved with staff and residents of Youth-reach for about 2 years now. This is such a fruitful ministry... that reaches out to young men in desperate situations. The staff and their family’s pour their lives out to bring freedom and the love of Jesus into the lives of these men. It’s been an honor serving with them.read more

Jeremy Fields

2018-04-04T15:29:20+0000

I have been a part of Youth Reach Gulf Coast over the past 8 to 10 years and love the heart of what they do it is such... a fruitful program and I am honored to give a five star ratingread more

Emilee Poe Davis

2018-04-04T15:29:10+0000

Scotia Steadman Robinson

2017-11-28T00:48:59+0000

Daniel An Megan Mcguire

2017-09-14T06:20:46+0000

John M McInnis III

2017-09-11T23:04:47+0000

THE BEST CHRISTIAN PROGRAM FOR TURNING AROUND BOYS 18 TO 21 THAT ARE ON THE WRONG PATH IN LIFE

Rachelle Carlisle

2015-09-23T19:42:26+0000

Nicolle Erwin

2015-06-28T12:22:25+0000

I couldn't be more blessed by the staff here, or more impressed with how they prayerfully walk everything they do. So... thankful for their service to these young men and for the way they demonstrate the love of the Father. This ministry is a true answer to my prayers!read more

Jd Whetstone

2015-03-06T02:22:45+0000

Jerry Berry

2014-07-19T02:28:46+0000

Dee Hall

2014-04-17T14:54:40+0000

Outstanding. Amazing. Program.

Ben Donnelly

2014-01-24T00:01:20+0000

Chase Boyles

2014-01-19T00:10:18+0000

Zac Steadman

2014-01-17T03:37:28+0000

Lauren Brandt

2013-10-20T08:05:03+0000

Ashley Homan

2013-09-19T20:49:14+0000

Dexter Baldwin

2013-09-10T04:15:54+0000

Haley Ayala

2013-07-31T00:11:10+0000

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