Nonprofit

Youth Haven Ministries Inc

Charleston, WV
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www.yhmusa.org

  • Mission

    We provide help and hope without judgement to youth and families. Our vision is to create a haven where every person is loved, accepted, and valued. We seek to be a holistic refuge for learning, growth, healing, and recovery—meeting social, emotional, and spiritual needs. Everyone will be invited to find rest, hope, and restoration through the love of Christ. Our Purpose is that by obeying Jesus Great Commandment we live out His Great Commission through unconditional service, showing the gospel through our actions

    We provide help and hope without judgement to youth and families. Our vision is to create a haven where every person is loved, accepted, and valued. We seek to be a holistic refuge for learning, growth, healing, and recovery—meeting social, emotional, and spiritual needs. Everyone will be invited to find rest, hope, and restoration through the love of Christ. Our Purpose is that by obeying Jesus Great Commandment we live out His Great Commission through unconditional service, showing the gospel through our actions

    About Us

    About Youth Haven Ministries

    A grassroots nonprofit helping teens find hope, purpose, and belonging—no pressure, no judgment.

    Youth Haven Ministries is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2017 to reach spiritual seekers and youth who feel overlooked, anxious, or alone. Whether you're religious or not, you’re welcome here—just as you are. We exist to offer real hope and honest help in a way that makes sense, not through fear or rigid rules.

    We’re a progressive, LGBTQ+ affirming Christian ministry that believes love, truth, and faith should never be forced. Our mission is simple: to help people unconditionally, especially teens, while pointing to Jesus through our actions—not pressure or preaching.

    What Makes Us Different

    • No judgment. No pressure. We meet people where they are—no matter their beliefs, background, or identity.
    • Christ-like love in action. We follow Jesus by serving, listening, and sticking around—like He did.
    • Faith that feels real. We answer honest questions and create spaces where doubts are okay.
    • Community over conformity. You don’t have to attend church to belong.

    Where We’ve Been

    In 2019, we launched a teen center in Tampa Bay that grew from 2 to over 60 teens in just a year—offering game nights, Real Talk groups, music, food, and life support programs. It made the news and changed lives—until COVID shut it down.

    Since then, we’ve restructured into a multi-state movement with local outreach programs in Florida, South Carolina, and now West Virginia.

    Where We’re Headed

    We’re launching a new teen center in Charleston, WV—built on the same proven model. It’ll be a safe, welcoming space for all teens, no matter their story. Think games, real conversations, music, support, and belonging—with no strings attached.

    Our Values

    • Christianity is a way of life, not a religion
    • Discipleship is an investment in people, not a class
    • Church is a family, not a building
    • The Bible is a guide for healing, not a weapon
    • Jesus came to save, not to judge
    • We are here to serve, not to control

    Meet Our Founder

    Youth Haven was started by Tony Losacco, a licensed counselor and ordained minister with over 25 years of youth experience. Tony's heart is to create spaces where every teen feels seen, valued, and safe—no matter what.

    Join the Movement

    Whether you’re a volunteer, donor, parent, or teen, there’s a place for you at Youth Haven. Help us create a haven for the next generation—a place where all teens belong.

    About Youth Haven Ministries

    A grassroots nonprofit helping teens find hope, purpose, and belonging—no pressure, no judgment.

    Youth Haven Ministries is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2017 to reach spiritual seekers and youth who feel overlooked, anxious, or alone. Whether you're religious or not, you’re welcome here—just as you are. We exist to offer real hope and honest help in a way that makes sense, not through fear or rigid rules.

    We’re a progressive, LGBTQ+ affirming Christian ministry that believes love, truth, and faith should never be forced. Our mission is simple: to help people unconditionally, especially teens, while pointing to Jesus through our actions—not pressure or preaching.

    What Makes Us Different

    • No judgment. No pressure. We meet people where they are—no matter their beliefs, background, or identity.
    • Christ-like love in action. We follow Jesus by serving, listening, and sticking around—like He did.
    • Faith that feels real. We answer honest questions and create…

    Cause Areas Include

    • Children & Youth
    • Community Development
    • Mental Health
    • Religion & Spirituality
    • Sports & Recreation

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