Lessons from Sally
By: Curt Williams, Founder & Executive Director We were told to expect a weak Category One storm, and that it was headed to New Orleans…then it was Biloxi, Pascagoula, the state line area, and Dauphin [...]
Coming Full Circle
By: Curt Williams, Founder & Executive Director Like many of you, I have spent time watching the rioting, looting, arson, and violence that is sweeping many cities with some seriously mixed emotions. On one hand, [...]
Recently Adopted Sons
By: Curt Williams, Founder & Executive Director As many of you may know, we do things a little differently here at Youth-Reach. We are not a boys’ home, a rehab, a detox center or a [...]
The Impression of a Father
By: Curt Williams, Founder & Executive Director The word impression is defined as “a strong effect produced on the intellect, feelings, conscience, etc.; a mark or indentation produced by pressure.” It is undeniable and cannot [...]
The Condition on the Ground
We continue to hear from friends and supporters who are concerned about the health of Youth-Reach Houston. These queries are regarding both our medical and financial health.
Hashtag George Floyd
All of us here at Youth-Reach grieve deeply over the travesties that led to the death of Houston-native George Floyd in Minneapolis a few weeks ago. We are united in our condemnation of racism of [...]
Have you Heard of the Coronavirus?
This is all we have heard about for weeks. All other news has been pushed aside as we all try to separate the hype from the facts. One thing is for sure: The fear that has accompanied this pandemic is as harmful as the actual virus.
Giving & Receiving
A bizarre, colorful and creative remake of the traditional circus, Cirque du Soleil first began in a small town near Quebec City in Canada. In the early eighties, a band of charismatic characters roamed the streets, striding on stilts, juggling, dancing, breathing fire, and playing music.
Youth-Reach Houston Response to the Covid-19 Pandemic
Beyond all else, the health and safety of our residents is our top priority. Since 1984, we have cared for over 3,000 boys in an environment that stresses order, cleanliness, structure and compassion.
You’re Cordially Invited to Join an Exclusive Group
In over three and a half decades of ministry, some very real and very predictable patterns have become evident. One consistent pattern is the precipitous drop in giving that we experience every year in January and February.