Here in South King County, this topic is prevelant and we need to start the conversation. Did you know the average age that a child is expoilted is 15 years old? Did you know that over 50% of the exploited population in South King County is African Americ... read more
This #GivingTuesday, you can paint HOPE by Numbers. November 28 is “Giving Tuesday.” It is the country’s largest day of online giving (Last year, $168 million was donated on this date). We here at KYFS are proud to kick-off our 2017 Inspire Campaign... read more
On behalf of Kent Youth and Family Services Board of Directors President, David Huhs, KYFS staff and volunteers and most importantly the children, youth and families who turn to KYFS for assistance, “thank you” to each of you who supported KYFS throug... read more
The following volunteer positions are needed for the One Thing Experience on 10/28/17 at the Renton Pavilion and Event Center. To volunteer, please email Nathan Box at nathanb@kyfs.org. Once you submit your name, we will provide information on arrival tim... read more
Registration for The One Thing Experience closes on Monday, October 23rd. It is an event we promise you won’t want to miss. Featuring costumes, great conversation, dinner, an opportunity to make an immediate impact, and magical entertainment, we promise... read more
As a pastor serving a Kent congregation, I have the privilege of accompanying families in their everyday journeys. Many times, I celebrate with them as parents and children deepen their love and strengthen their communication. But there are also times of ... read more
On Aug. 9th, we joined forces with Southwest Youth and Family Services and held our event in the 2nd Annual Next Up: Jeffersonian Dinner Series. Our gathering focused on human trafficking and sexual exploitation. At Kent Lutheran Church, we gathered wi... read more
On 10/28/17, fill your evening with hope. The One Thing Experience promises an evening of HOPE-FILLED stories, costumes, conversations, games, and magical entertainment. Save the date and join us on Saturday, October 28th, 6 PM @ The Renton Pavilion and E... read more
At last year’s One Thing Experience, we began a conversation on how we would address human trafficking and sexual exploitation in our community. Our Next Up Dinner is an opportunity to continue that vital conversation! We are joining forces with Sou... read more
After our May Silent Reading Party, the brave souls who attended our inaugural event said they were unsure how the event worked but curiosity got the best of them and decided to attend. They suggested a step-by-step guide for those who didn’t atten... read more
