WHO WE ARE

    “Connecting youth & transforming lives”

 

 If there is just ONE caring adult in the life of a vulnerable youth, (vulnerable being anyone needing special care, support or protection because of things like life difficulties or risk) they have a 70% chance of thriving. Youth Unlimited help calls kids out of isolation into real relationship where they can experience the love of God through the care and support.

BACKGROUND

Youth Unlimited, is known internationally as Youth for Christ and is nationwide in over 110 countries.  Canada alone has 33 chapters.  Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited is 1 chapter.  Surrey is 1 area out of 9 spanning from North Vancouver to Chilliwack.

 

Young Families is 1 program within Surrey

 

Young Families exists to welcome pregnant and parenting youth, into a caring, safe and supportive environment. Thrive is a cornerstone program within Young Families. Thrive is an 18-month life skills program, for vulnerable young moms age 19-25, empowering them with the skills, resources and guidance they need to overcome challenges and restore their families.

 

Charlotte Toney is one of 3 Thrive staff, and facilitates the program alongside the director and on-site counsellor. All Youth Unlimited staff are local missionaries, and therefore rely on the generosity of partners to do this work in Surrey. 

 

“I am thankful for Thrive because I have learned so much and have felt more love than ever before” - Thrive Participant.

WANT TO KNOW MORE? CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE YOUTH UNLIMITED

TO GIVE:  CLICK ON THE MISSIONAL FUND IN THE DROP DOWN MENU.

 

Our 2024 Annual Report reflects 12 months of dedicated, long-term youth work at Greater Vancouver Youth Unlimited. Through these 12 months, we celebrated, laughed and cried with, and journeyed alongside more than 3,400 youth.

Their stories – each and every one precious and unique – include us, because of you. Thank you for your generous financial investment in Charlotte Toney’s steadfast work. We are honoured that you would stand with her, and ultimately, with all of our youth.

Please know that it’s your support, and the support of people like you – your resources, your time, your prayers – that allow us to walk alongside these young people day after day.

Click here to read and see your impact.

Young Families Update - January 2025


(Picture: card making during our weekly program)

Hi Pacific Community Church,
 
Good things are happening. The time is flying by and I have so much to tell you since the last update. In October we had a wonderful time with the moms and families at the pumpkin patch, we've continued our bi-weekly Thrive program and our weekly Muffin Morning program, we hosted an incredible Christmas dinner for current and alumni families, and we are dreaming up new ideas for the year. As the new year started, we hosted our yearly volunteer training, which is such a rich time of learning and equipping those that serve with us. 

As of January, I have taken on a new role as the supervisor for Young Families. I was training all throughout December to learn the ropes and I have had wonderful support around me as I take on these new responsibilities. What does this mean? I get the privilege of supporting the team more intentionally! They are already doing wonderful work and running things so smoothly - I'm just there to encourage them and equip as needed and oversee what is happening. I'm supporting staff 1-1, leading the weekly team meeting, and continuing to mentor the Thrive staff. This is an honour to support such an incredible team and, though my hours are part-time, I'm thrilled to take on this role as it fits my passions and skills so well. Though I take on more of a support role, I continue to do youth work and support moms throughout the programming, events, and Thrive program. 

Please join me in prayer as I learn this new role, support the staff of Young families, problem-solve and brainstorm, plan events and programs, equip and support volunteers, and support families and parents throughout it all. What a joy to do what we do! Thank you for coming alongside me in this ministry.

Look forward to connecting!
With much gratitude,
 
Charlotte Toney


(Picture: painting wooden Christmas tree houses at our weekly program)