Volunteers for Youth Justice

Did you know that August 17th is National Nonprofit Day? You can celebrate with us by shopping at Kendra Scott TOMORROW in store or online. VYJ will receive 20% of the proceeds. Use CODE: GIVEBACK-HDWWU at kendrascott.com

These VYJ ladies had a wonderful time at YWCA of Northwest Louisiana's 7th Annual Women Who Care, Share Luncheon. The YWCA has a variety of programs dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all for over 160 years. Thank you for all you do in our community!

Superhero [ soo-per-heer-oh ]

1 a morally righteous hero in a fictional work who possesses extraordinary abilities or supernatural powers and uses them to fight evil, as in comic books and movies:

We see Webster's point, but our superheroes aren't fictional. They are very real men and women who are an integral part of carrying out our mission to provide a community caring for children, youth, and families in crisis. The 2024 CASA Superhero Run is a way you can do just that!

Now that we have all recovered from the whirlwind of last weekend, we can show you what VYJ was up to during the Humor and Harmony Festival weekend. As we do so well, we held down the fort at Festival Plaza manning the 50Fit inflatable obstacle course. We had a blast and loved getting to partner with the G-Unity Foundation as we share a similar mission. We are already excited for next year and can't wait to see this event flourish and grow in our city!

Come see the development team at Kendra Scott on Saturday August 17th from 12:00-2:00 and treat yoself while you're at it! Kendra Scott will be donating 20% of the proceeds to Volunteers for Youth Justice!

TASC Director Shannon Wyche spoke to the Rotary Club of Shreveport about school attendance and engagement after COVID. Across the nation, schools are facing alarming numbers of students absent from school, especially amongst our youngest elementary students. Shannon spoke about what is needed to improve school attendance nationwide and the data trends here in our parish as well as how the VYJ TASC program is addressing truancy and declining parent engagement here in our local public education system.

We have some brand new sponsors this year for the 2024 CASA Superhero Run that we are very excited about! Joining us at the Titan Sponsor level is Trash Bandits. Trash Bandits is a premier dumpster rental, junk removal, and cleaning service. Check them out at https://trashbanditsla.com/

There is still time for YOU to don your cape and become a superhero of a sponsor. Visit https://vyjla.org/casa-superhero-run/ to find out more!

Thank you, Witches Ride of Minden , for choosing Webster Parish CASA as a community partner for this years ride! Tickets go on sale September 1st! It will be a spooky good time for two great causes!

Inquiring minds want to know the song or songs that get you PUMPED! If we were going to create the perfect playlist for the 2024 CASA Superhero Run, what are the must haves?

Thank you, Bossier Lions Club, for having us!

In honor of National Non-Profit Day, Volunteers for Youth Justice and Kendra Scott® Jewelry have teamed up to provide a community caring for children, youth, and families in crisis! These pieces would make great gifts for your new senior in high school, push presents, or even get a jump on your Christmas shopping all for a great cause!

Support Volunteers for Youth Justice By Shopping at Kendra Scott® Jewelry Volunteers for Youth Justice and Kendra Scott® Jewelry have teamed up to provide a community caring for children, youth, and families in crisis!

Happy first day!

We are very excited about this one! On Aug 17th we are partnering with Kendra Scott Jewelry for National Non-Profit Day! Come see us at Kendra Scott 6575 Youree Dr Suite 412 from 12-2 pm or shop online at kendrascott.com. A portion of the proceeds will be given to VYJ for in store and online purchases!

ClearView Church held their Day of Serving at The Harbor yesterday! They did all varieties of jobs from weeding to putting together backpacks full of school supplies and everything in between. Thank you for your servant hearts, ClearView Church!

This is a friendly reminder of the upcoming parent meeting. Monday, August 5th . Mark your calendar!

My Community Cares (MCC) wants to invite those who are caring for children to come join us. We will be at Common Ground Community on Monday, August 5th from 5 pm -6:30 pm. Let's talk about 'Tending your Garden' and focus on strengthening the family. If you have never joined us before, just know that we ALWAYS come with good food to eat. Come expecting to fellowship and possibly win one of several door prizes! Space is limited. Please share with those who would be interested in attending. Childcare is not offered. This meeting is for parents only and not children.

RSVP by contacting Kreesha Bennett 318-725-4267 ext. 405.

Tell us what shoe you'll be running in for the 2024 CASA Superhero Run!

THANK YOU, Citizens Bank & Trust Company, for the generous school supply donation! Because of you, our students will be set up for success in this upcoming school year. CB&T holds an annual School Supply Drive and chose VYJ to be a recipient. We are truly so grateful for our community partners!

Come see us from 9-2 at Providence House- Shreveport’s Back to School Bash at Caddo Common Park! Learn about all of our programs including My Community Cares Caddo Parish.

We back! Our TASC and SRC departments returned after their summer breaks and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have the whole squad together again!

Do you feel a passion for helping youth, children, and families in crisis? Want to make a difference? Do you want to work at the greatest place in the SBC? (This admin might be a little biased) Then head to https://vyjla.org/job-openings/ and check out our openings!

My Community Cares Caddo Parish wants to invite those who are caring for children to come join us! We will be at AB Palmer on Thursday, August 1st from 5 pm -6:30 pm and at Common Ground Community on Monday, August 5th from 5 pm -6:30 pm. Please come join us on one or BOTH of those days. Let's talk about 'Tending your Garden' and focus on strengthening the family. If you have never joined us before, just know that we ALWAYS come with good food to eat. Come expecting to fellowship and possibly win one of several door prizes! Space is limited. This meeting is for parents only and not children.

July has flown by here at Volunteers for Youth Justice! That means there is just over a month left to sponsor the 2024 CASA Superhero Run. Today, we are highlighting our three biggest sponsorships for the run. If you are looking for a way to partner with a nonprofit and get a great return on your investment, these are the way to go! All proceeds of this fundraiser go directly to CASA Program support and the kids we serve absolutely NEED a superhero. If you want to know more, please reach out! 318-425-4413 If you're ready to sponsor the 2024 CASA Superhero Run, click on over to https://vyjla.org/casa-superhero-run/

What an incredible two weeks these kiddos had at Art Camp! We are so grateful to Brandon, Cassidy, Timothy, and friends for taking our campers under their wing and giving their creative minds a place to blossom. Thank you to all who attended their showcase and made them feel special. They are already so excited for next year and so are we!

Congratulations to our newly sworn in TBRI Advocates Asia Williams, Rendy Allen, Michelle Sorrells, Willena West, Randy Roberson, Lerinda Baham, Sarah Taylor, and Cyndy Riser!

Thank you for the love, KTBS 3 News!

Community legal clinics set for August SHREVEPORT, La. - Got legal questions? Volunteers for Youth Justice-My Community Cares has teamed with the Shreveport Bar Foundation to bring another legal clinic to the community.

Anyone else hungry? Even Superman has to fuel up! Tell us, what fuels your long runs? We have staff members who won't even look at food during a run and others who run with a donut in each hand. What about you?