Inn from the Cold

Meet Youth Central, our Volunteer Group of the Month! They have been volunteering with Inn from the Cold since Spring 2012, helping create meaningful experiences for youth while supporting families in our community with care and compassion.

They shared that one of the most rewarding parts of volunteering has been connecting with families during meal services and birthday celebrations. Seeing the appreciation and kindness from families has left a lasting impact on the youth volunteers, helping them grow through empathy, teamwork, and community connection.

Thank you to Youth Central and all of the youth volunteers who continue to show up with generosity and heart. We’re so grateful to have you as part of the Inn from the Cold community. To learn more about volunteering, visit https://innfromthecold.org/volunteer/

Today on National Child & Youth Mental Health Day, we’re reminded that every child and young person deserves the opportunity to feel safe and supported.

At Inn from the Cold, we see how stable housing, connection, and compassionate support can make a meaningful difference for children, youth, and families navigating difficult times. Mental health is shaped not only by what someone is going through, but by whether they have a community that helps them feel seen, cared for, and supported along the way.

As Ty Larner from our Health and Wellness Team shares, supporting the developing mind means creating environments where children and youth can grow, heal, and thrive.

We encourage conversations that reduce stigma, build understanding, and remind young people that they do not have to face challenges alone.