Our Mission
Our mission is to strengthen youth and families through evidence-based programs that prevent substance abuse, promote healthy behaviors, and maximize student success.
Youth First exists to strengthen and transform the lives of young people and their families. Youth First Social Workers provide specialized mentoring and caring support to students in partnering schools, readily available to assess and address students, family and school needs. Youth First prevention programs give kids the readiness, resiliency, and relationship skills needed to face life’s challenges.
Youth First in
Daviess County
To book a speaker, support, donate, volunteer, or advocate for Youth First in Daviess County, contact Janay Sharp, Regional Development Officer.
Find out more about Youth First Social Workers available in Daviess County
Preparing Children for Kindergarten: Skills for Early Success
adolescence, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Daisy Mata, MSW, LSW – June 17, 2025 – Many people may not recall their first day of school, but for some, it remains an unforgettable memory. Personally, I can only remember being taken to the bus stop, feeling a mix of excitement and shyness about the experience. Looking back, I realize that my […]
Discord’s Growing Impact on Teen Communication and Mental Health
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Coogan Schools, MSW, LCSW – June 6, 2025 – Originally created for gamers, the app Discord has expanded into a platform for socializing and building communities around shared interests. While it provides valuable opportunities for connection, there are concerns about its impact on teen mental health. Benefits Discord helps teenagers build meaningful connections with […]
City of Boonville Awards $50,000 to Youth First
All Posts, Counties, News Release, Youth First BlogYouth First is celebrating the City of Boonville for investing in Warrick County youth. The city recently awarded $50,000 to Youth First, Inc. to strengthen the mental health and well-being of students in Youth First partner schools Loge Elementary and Oakdale Elementary in Boonville, IN. This significant gift, approved from opioid settlement funds, will enable […]