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
Setting Boundaries is Important
All Posts, Counties, Youth First BlogBy Hannah Smith-Quirey, MSW, LCSW – April 10, 2024 – Boundaries. They are a necessary part of any relationship. Boundaries enhance our well-being in so many ways. So why do we have so many feelings around setting healthy and effective boundaries? And how do you go about setting the boundaries you need or want in […]
Kendrick Foundation Awards $100,000 to Youth First
All Posts, Counties, Morgan County, News Release, Youth First BlogGrant to Provide Expanded Mental Health Support and Substance Misuse Prevention for Morgan County Youth The Kendrick Foundation continues to invest in the health and well-being of Morgan County youth and families. A grant award of $100,000 was recently presented to Youth First, Inc. to provide mental health support and substance misuse prevention. The Kendrick […]
Best-One Tire and Service Presents Check for $3,540 to Youth First
All Posts, Counties, News Release, Youth First BlogYouth First Benefiting from the Best-One Employee Contribution Program Best-One Tire and Service will present a check for $3,540 to Youth First on Thursday, April 11, at 10:30 am. The presentation occurs at Best-One’s Evansville location at 1241 Tutor Lane just off Burkhardt Rd. Near Walmart East. Representatives from Best-One will present the check […]