Jacksonville, FL

YOUTH CRISIS CENTER INC

EIN 59-2176287

Health & Wellness Mental Health & Counseling Children & youth Patients & families People experiencing homelessness

Mission

To build a healthier community by empowering young people and families to rise above adversity.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About YOUTH CRISIS CENTER INC

Youth Crisis Center, Inc. (EIN 59-2176287) is a Jacksonville, Florida-based 501(c)(3) founded in 1974 as Florida’s first runaway program. The organization provides short-term crisis shelter, residential and nonresidential care, outpatient mental-health counseling, life-skills training, and transitional living services for children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families.

YCC is nationally accredited by the Council on Accreditation and operates programs including House of Hope (emergency shelter), the Residential Program, Family Link, Touchstone Village (transitional living), SNAP (Stop Now And Plan), and outpatient behavioral health. Recent audited financial statements (years ended June 30, 2024 and 2023) show growth in government grants and continued program investment that supported service expansion.

YCC’s most recent annual report documents measurable outcomes and reach: in 2023 the agency reported serving 2,203 individuals, high program completion and family-reunification rates, and strong safety outcomes, demonstrating sustained impact for youth in crisis.

Notable achievements

2023 Service Reach

In 2023 YCC reported serving 2,203 individuals, providing 3,791 care days and 16,728 meals; outcome metrics included very high program completion and family-reunification rates and 98% of youth not arrested while receiving services.

Program Expansion (FY2024)

FY2024 financials show increased government grants and the addition/operation of new program lines (including SNAP Fatherhood and Bright Beginnings), enabling expanded residential and nonresidential services.

Founding Milestone

Established in 1974 as Florida’s first runaway program, YCC has operated continuously for decades as a regional leader in youth crisis services.

At a glance

Total assets: $3.8M
Annual revenue: $7.7M
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 59-2176287
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Website: youthcrisiscenter.org
On Mahalo since: September 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Fully accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA).

Recipient of two Presidential Commendations for Excellence and multiple state honors; named 2016 Agency of the Year by the Florida Network of Youth and Family Services.

Featured in national media and documentary coverage highlighting its model and services (including 60 Minutes, The New York Times and USA Today).

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