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Reflecting on Growth & Gratitude

As we approach the holiday season, it’s a time for reflection and gratitude. We have so much to celebrate at YNN.

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Increasing Stability and Peace of Mind with Flex Funds

In March 2024, a young person reported that she was on leave from work and on doctor recommended bed rest, and that she didn’t know how she was going to pay her rent without a paycheck. Read on to find out how YNN helped her!

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A New Beginning: Relocating A Family with YNN’s Help

Hear from one of our Navigators about helping a young person relocate her family to a different city in Ohio. She writes, “I started working with a young person back in February of this year. She lived in Columbus and wanted to relocate herself and her 9-month-old daughter to Lucas County to be closer to her birth family. She initially called YNN looking for help with moving costs and her first month’s rent for her new home.

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YNN launches new Flex Funds initiative for former foster youth in Ohio

The Youth Navigator Network (YNN) in Ohio has launched an initiative aimed at assisting young individuals who have aged out of foster care. This new YNN Flex Funds program offers financial assistance to former foster youth aged 21 & 22 to address immediate and one-time financial needs.

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YNN Spreads Warmth & Support in Columbus and Cincinnati

In a season dedicated to gratitude and giving, the Youth Navigator Network (YNN) took part in two exciting events – the Thanksgiving Together dinners in Columbus and Cincinnati and a Day of Giving in Columbus.

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YNN is Flourishing This Fall!

This fall, we’re thrilled to share exciting updates and opportunities! From impactful discussions at the Mental Health Matters Summit to our upcoming webinar, YNN is committed to empowering young people with vital resources. PLUS, our latest podcast episode highlights inspiring stories from the foster care community.

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YNN is Making a Splash This Summer!

We’ve got lots of program updates in this issue! From traveling the state to drop off care packages to launching our very own podcast, YNN has been busy making sure that young people are entering the summer season empowered and well-connected.

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At YNN, We’ve Got a Spring in Our Step!

Since our last newsletter, there have been TONS of exciting updates at YNN! Our program is growing fast, with record numbers of young people reaching out to our Navigators. With this growth in demand, we’ve also expanded the services we offer. Read on to find out more!

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Introducing the Youth Navigator Network Newsletter!

YNN is specifically available for youth and young adults up to 23 years old in Ohio who have had an open case with children services, have lived in a group home, are in or have been in foster care, or have aged out of care.

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