YSS

YSS We empower youth by providing education, counseling, and stability. We provide a continuum of care.

Our programs give youth and families the tools they need to succeed throughout their lives. One of Iowa’s oldest and largest youth-serving nonprofit organizations, YSS’s mission is to provide hope and opportunity by putting kids first. Headquartered in Ames, YSS has locations across the state and tailors its services to fit the needs of each community. This institution is an equal opportunity provider: https://www.fns.usda.gov/civil-rights/usda-nondiscrimination-statement-other-fns-programs

YSS’ers had a blast at this year’s@members1stccu Charity Golf Outing at Elmwood Country Club! ⛳️💙With nearly 100 attende...
05/29/2026

YSS’ers had a blast at this year’s@members1stccu Charity Golf Outing at Elmwood Country Club! ⛳️💙

With nearly 100 attendees, this year’s event raised more than $16,000 in support of YSS programs serving Marshall, Story, and Boone counties. Thank you to everyone who came out, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make a meaningful impact while building connections in our community!

We’re excited to welcome Kelli to YSS as our new Financial Controller!One of the best parts of joining YSS is getting th...
05/26/2026

We’re excited to welcome Kelli to YSS as our new Financial Controller!

One of the best parts of joining YSS is getting the opportunity to see the impact of our work across programs and communities. Kelli has already been out visiting sites and connecting with the work happening every day, including a stop at the Iowa Homeless Youth Center and YSS Rooftop Gardens. 🧡🌱

We’re excited to have Kelli on the team and look forward to the experience and perspective she brings to YSS.

Today we honor the heroes who served and sacrificied for our freedom. 🤍We will forever remember their courage, commitmen...
05/25/2026

Today we honor the heroes who served and sacrificied for our freedom. 🤍

We will forever remember their courage, commitment, and their legacy left behind.

For 50 years, stories like yours have shaped YSS.Maybe YSS gave you support when you needed it most. Maybe you volunteer...
05/20/2026

For 50 years, stories like yours have shaped YSS.

Maybe YSS gave you support when you needed it most. Maybe you volunteered, worked here, donated, attended camp, found community, or watched someone you love grow because of this organization.

Whatever your connection is, we’d love to hear it.

As we celebrate 50 years of impact, we’re inviting our community to share memories, experiences, and moments that have mattered along the way. Your story can be shared anonymously, privately, or with your name attached, whatever feels most comfortable to you.

Because every story is part of the bigger picture. 💙

Share yours here: https://tinyurl.com/YSSShareYourStory

Now Hiring: MSW Youth Housing & Outreach Intern!YSS is seeking an intern ready to support youth through connection and c...
05/19/2026

Now Hiring: MSW Youth Housing & Outreach Intern!

YSS is seeking an intern ready to support youth through connection and care. This role is about building trust while helping young people move toward stability and independence.

Be part of the impact and apply today: https://tinyurl.com/youthoutreachintern

05/14/2026

Healing is Possible. ✨

Recovery can look different for everyone, especially when mental health and substance use challenges overlap. But progress is always possible with the right care and support.

If you or someone you care about needs support, learn more about YSS programs here: https://yss.org/programs/

To the ones who do it all with love, Happy Mother's Day! 💕Today we celebrate the women who love fiercely, give endlessly...
05/10/2026

To the ones who do it all with love, Happy Mother's Day! 💕

Today we celebrate the women who love fiercely, give endlessly, and show up every single day. We see you, appreciate you, and thank you.

Help create turning points in the lives of adolescents who need it most. 🌟YSS is hiring a Residential Certified Counselo...
05/07/2026

Help create turning points in the lives of adolescents who need it most. 🌟

YSS is hiring a Residential Certified Counselor to support adolescents on their recovery journey through individual, family, and group counseling in a residential setting.

Learn more about this position and others like it on our Careers page: https://yss.org/ysscareers/

May is 💚Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. This month, and...
05/05/2026

May is 💚

Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. This month, and every month, make sure to check in with ourselves and each other, and remind people they are not alone.

Whether it's reaching out for support, taking a break, or simply starting a conversation, every step matters.

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420 Kellogg Avenue
Ames, IA
50010

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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