Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited is a faith-based organization that walks alongside vulnerable youth in the Lower Mainland. Our committed, caring and genuine relationships with them builds resilience as they face a myriad of challenges such as systemic poverty, broken families, addictions and mental health issues. We run numerous innovative programs and are at the forefront of preventative youth work in local high schools and learning centres. “Connecting Youth. Transforming Lives.” Youth Unlimited believes in the unlimited potential of every youth. For more information, visit www.youthunlimited.com
Furthermore, programs such as Street Life in East Vancouver provides a safe mobile drop in space for street-entrenched youth, the Elevation Project, a global partnership with Rwanda Youth for Christ, teaches youth about poverty alleviation, social justice and working alongside other cultures, and MY House in Mission is a daytime refuge where vulnerable youth can access resources that are necessary for their wellbeing.
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Trevor has a resiliency that most of us will never be tested on. He has overcome remarkable challenges, including years in foster care and homelesness [ read more ]
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We would sometimes hear about the 'sketchy' living arrangements youth had. For none of them was it a choice they made. [ read more ]
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Wes was extraordinarily shy, inwardly battling the helplessness of an addicted father while sinking into depression. [ read more ]
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At an early age, Trevor lost his family, navigated foster care, and experienced deep mental health struggles. [ read more ]
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Helena’s journey to freedom starts with a pair of shoes [ read more ]
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In June 2017 we celebrated nineteen-year-old Shaun’s one month sobriety from his methamphetamine addiction. [ read more ]
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At the Elevation Experience our vision is to “break the cycle of poverty in the lives of Canadian & Rwandan youth by providing holistic education [ read more ]
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On our last night of outreach in 2017, our team brought hope to Mia during the advent season. [ read more ]
