Stories of Transformation
Our Response to Racial Injustice
Dear members of the TYFC community, We remember that at this time many of our youth and leaders are hurting. We are faced with discrimination
Campus Life Site Leader – Giaudrone Middle School
Thank you for your interest! This position has been filled. Tacoma Youth For Christ has an open position within our growing organization. We are hiring
Can He Save Me?
The only time I interacted with “Jaleea” before online club, she was being bullied at school, and I intervened. She didn’t want to talk with
The Promise Of The Other Side
One of my favorite stories in the Bible and one that has pushed, encouraged, and comforted me is the story of Jesus calming the storm.
Aiden Found Connection
Aiden* is quiet, very kind, and sensitive. He lives between his mom and dad’s homes and has a tough relationship with his dad. Before we’d
Best Part of the Job
Why our Volunteer Coordinator loves onboarding new leaders My favorite part of my job is getting to sit down and hear every volunteer’s story. I
Every kid deserves a Karla
Sofia* is kind of quiet until you get to know her. Caught in the middle of her parents’ separation, Sofia’s mom and dad will not
Seeing Your Community With Fresh Eyes
Two years ago during Spring Break at our Tillicum City Life Center, we put together a Leadership Day Camp featuring activities and conversations about topics
Jamila Learns To Pray
Jamila and I met near the first day of school last year. She and her friend group were some of the core attendees when Giaudrone
Are you the new janitor?
“Are you the new janitor?” This is the question that students at Graham-Kapowsin High School kept asking Jon Asher, our Campus Life Site Leader at
How do I know you?
I saw his face two rows over, and there was sudden recognition. How did I know this kid? I had never been to this school
Building Unity
What are some of the issues that divide our communities? Think of every hot topic you may be avoiding or debating this holiday season. Our
Justin & Patrick
The first week we started our City Life Ministry on the Hilltop (called Sozo) in October of 2006, we met two middle school aged brothers
Sometimes It Takes Years
Clay has been bouncing in and out of Remann Hall since middle school, typically for running away or stealing something small in violation of probation.
Nothing to Offer
One thing I often hear from volunteers and those considering volunteering with YFC is that they feel like they have nothing to offer teens, especially
Unexpected Encouragement
I met Lila four years ago. She is bold and stubborn and has had to operate in “survival” mode for as long as I have
Living with Purpose
Anyone can make a difference in the life of a youth–even if you’re still a youth yourself. It just takes one. One listening ear. One
Volunteer Care Standards
Every youth in Pierce County deserves mentorship, leadership, and hope. Because we are committed to reaching young people wherever they are found, we are also
The Power Of Showing Up
Marissa is excellent at showing up. Need help moving? She’ll be there. Softball team down a player? Give her a call. Have a request you