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YNN Blog

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Jun 28

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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May 22

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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Apr 30

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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Dec 20

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.

YNN Newsletter

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Jul 10

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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Mar 06

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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Jan 05

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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