The Youth Connection

The Youth Connection Shelton Youth Connection is a drop-In center which works with all youth 12 to 24-years-old Come and see what else we have to offer in Shelton- (123 S. 2nd St.)

The Youth Connection is a non-profit with a focus on identifying and engaging youth who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. Our goal is to provide a Safe Place for ALL youth 12 to 24, to hang out, learn Life Skills & connect with resources. You do not have to be homeless or at risk to be at The Youth Connection. We are open Monday-Saturday 10AM - 5PM and serve lunch daily at 12:30. Every 3rd

Friday of the month we host a Youth after dark party with varying themes. We have care coordinators, formerly known as case managers, who can help any youth 12-24 with a variety of crises like homelessness or unemployment. or in Belfair- (23299 Highway 3, Building A-2).

🍽️ Food Reminder for Youth 🍽️As school gets started, we just want to remind anyone 12-24 that even on Saturdays we have ...
09/03/2026

🍽️ Food Reminder for Youth 🍽️

As school gets started, we just want to remind anyone 12-24 that even on Saturdays we have lunch and snacks daily! We serve lunch Monday–Saturday at 12:30 PM, along with snacks and extra food available in our fridge throughout the day.

Any youth ages 12–24 are welcome to come in and eat. No questions, just food and support. 💛

a candid photo at our morning meeting! Quion our housing case manager and KeJuan our Case manager/CBW.
09/02/2026

a candid photo at our morning meeting! Quion our housing case manager and KeJuan our Case manager/CBW.

Community Partner Spotlight! 💙We are so grateful for our partnership with Saints Pantry, here on Cota Street! They have ...
09/01/2026

Community Partner Spotlight! 💙

We are so grateful for our partnership with Saints Pantry, here on Cota Street! They have been incredibly generous and supportive of The Youth Connection and our food program.

Our food program relies heavily on community donations to provide meals, snacks, and lunches for the youth we serve. Partnerships like this help make sure our young people have access to food when they need it.

Saints Pantry is also a wonderful community resource for anyone who may be experiencing food insecurity or needs help accessing food. We encourage anyone in need to check them out.

Thank you, Saints Pantry, for continuing to support our youth and our community. We truly appreciate you!

It is the small things which, make a big impact. Look The Youth Connection shows up on Google Maps. How exciting is that...
08/31/2026

It is the small things which, make a big impact. Look The Youth Connection shows up on Google Maps. How exciting is that!!!

Don't forget to get your tickets!We're officially just under 2 weeks away from our Mimosa Brunch Celebration, and ticket...
08/31/2026

Don't forget to get your tickets!

We're officially just under 2 weeks away from our Mimosa Brunch Celebration, and tickets are scarce! If you're planning to join us and haven't purchased your tickets yet, now is the time to grab them.

We can't wait to celebrate with you on September 12!

The time is now! If you'd like to work with us for OysterFest this year, sign up now. We will be making Harry martin fri...
08/26/2026

The time is now! If you'd like to work with us for OysterFest this year, sign up now. We will be making Harry martin fried oysters again as well as fried pickles. We do ask all volunteers to meet with us at least the week before to go over food safety and get bracelets. We can't wait!

Below are available time slots, click on the button to sign up. Any volunteers will need to come to a meeting on Thursday October 1st 4pm to get bracelets and go over roles and safety, if that day doesnt work please come a different day that week before 5pm. We need roughly 15-18 per slot! We will b...

Another interview ready youth! We wish them the best of luck. :)
08/25/2026

Another interview ready youth! We wish them the best of luck. :)

Another Reminder of some of our great community supporters!A huge shoutout to Olympic Bakery & Deli at 591 E Pickering R...
08/24/2026

Another Reminder of some of our great community supporters!

A huge shoutout to Olympic Bakery & Deli at 591 E Pickering Rd in Shelton! Every week, they generously donate bread and pastries to us. We use these for morning outreach, snacks, and lunches. Then anything we can’t use goes right next door to support our local food pantry.

Our community is what makes us thrive, and we’re so grateful for local businesses like Olympic Bakery & Deli that help make it happen. Thank you for sharing the love (and the carbs)!

We are gathering interest for another Knitting and Crochet workshop! If you are 12-24 and interested in learning a new s...
08/23/2026

We are gathering interest for another Knitting and Crochet workshop! If you are 12-24 and interested in learning a new skill or improving an existing one with friends, let us know!

👻🎃 SOMETHING SPOOKY IS COMING THIS OCTOBER! 🎃👻The Youth Connection and the Shelton Family YMCA are teaming up for a Haun...
08/22/2026

👻🎃 SOMETHING SPOOKY IS COMING THIS OCTOBER! 🎃👻

The Youth Connection and the Shelton Family YMCA are teaming up for a Haunted Trail this fall!

Join us October 22–24 for an evening of spooky fun at the Shelton Family YMCA Trail.

Not So Scary: 6:00–7:30 PM
Scary: 7:30–10:00 PM

Bring the whole family for a night of thrills, chills, and Halloween fun! There will also be a small Trunk or Treat every day during the Not So Scary hours.

Mark your calendars and get ready to get spooky! 🕸️🦇

Address

123 S 2nd Street
Shelton, WA
98584

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+13604620125

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