YFC/Youth Unlimited

What YFC/Youth Unlimited does

YFC/Youth Unlimited (legally Youth Unlimited YFC Southwestern Ontario, CRA registration 895569044 RR0001) is a Canadian registered charity and faith-based youth ministry organization operating as a local satellite chapter of the larger Youth Unlimited/YFC Southwestern Ontario regional chapter, which itself is part of Youth for Christ Canada and the global Youth for Christ International network. Founded as part of YFC Canada in 1946 and now in its 75th year of continuous ministry, the Woodstock satellite delivers free programming to youth ages 8-19 in Woodstock, Ontario and surrounding communities. Core programs include the Youth Centre drop-in (lunch and after-school activities at 405 Dundas St.), Sports programming (volleyball and basketball at Huron Park Baptist Church gymnasium), The Table (a free weekly hot-lunch program at First Baptist Church), and Open Sky Adventures (outdoor programming under Director Paul Dryer).

The organization operates on a donation-based, non-commercial model. All youth programs are offered free of charge, removing financial barriers to participation. Revenue is generated through individual donations, corporate contributions, and recurring fundraising events including the annual Celebration Banquet (scheduled September 28, 2026 at Wedding Ways At Rose Hill) and the Golf-a-Thon at Craigowan Golf Club, supplemented by a digital donation portal at swoyfc.com. The Woodstock satellite is one of 24 satellites under the Southwestern Ontario chapter, which collectively reaches youth in 54 communities across the region, each guided by a local Steering Committee of volunteers drawn from the Christian community.

The underlying technology footprint is minimal: the organization is built on a standard WordPress website (yfcwoodstock.com), uses organic social media (Facebook, Instagram), a Linktree aggregation hub, and email newsletters for outreach. There are no AI, data, or proprietary technology components disclosed. The organization employs 17 staff, operates from three venue locations in Woodstock, and is governed through local Steering Committees under the Youth for Christ Canada national umbrella. Strategic priorities center on volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and program expansion within the existing satellite framework rather than technology development or commercial monetization.

Name

YFC/Youth Unlimited

Legal name

Youth Unlimited YFC Southwestern Ontario

Website

https://yfcwoodstock.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

YFC/Youth Unlimited is a registered Canadian charity operating the Woodstock satellite of Youth for Christ Southwestern Ontario, delivering free faith-based youth ministry programs (drop-in, sports, hot lunch, outdoor adventures) to youth ages 8-19 and funded by donations and community fundraising events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Ministry Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts, Sports & Recreation-Based Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Recreational & Intramural Sports Programs (MPAKACAG)

Keywords

• Youth ministry programs
• Faith-based youth services
• Community youth outreach
• Free youth activities
• Charitable youth development

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodstock

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Giving: The organization operates as a registered Canadian charity (895569044 RR0001) relying primarily on individual donations, corporate donations, and fundraising events. Donors can give to specific staff members, general accounts, or in-memory tributes through the swoyfc.com donation portal.
2. Fundraising Events: Annual and special events including celebration banquets, golf-a-thons, concerts, and theatrical productions generate revenue and community engagement. Events like the Celebration Banquet feature ticket sales and table purchases.
3. Program Participation (Free): Core youth programs (Youth Centre drop-in, sports, The Table meal program) are offered free of charge to participants, removing financial barriers to engagement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Youth Unlimited YFC Woodstock is a satellite Christian youth ministry that delivers free in-person programs for youth ages 8-19, including drop-in youth centre programming, recreational sports leagues (volleyball, basketball), a weekly hot lunch drop-in (The Table), and outdoor adventures (Open Sky Adventures). Programs are funded by individual donations, corporate giving, and fundraising events such as the annual Celebration Banquet, and are delivered through partnerships with local churches.

Product overview

YFC/Youth Unlimited Woodstock operates as a satellite chapter of Youth Unlimited/YFC Southwestern Ontario, offering a portfolio of youth ministry programs including drop-in centres, sports leagues, and hot meal programs. The organization functions as a non-profit ministry rather than a technology product company. Core offerings include the Youth Centre drop-in program, Sports (volleyball and basketball), The Table hot lunch program, and Open Sky Adventures. The organization also hosts annual fundraising events including the Celebration Banquet.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Youth Centre Drop-In Programs

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Youth for Christ CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization serving 38 chapter ministries across Canada. Each chapter has an independent Board of Directors and charitable registration. Provides guidance, standards, and support to regional chapters including Youth Unlimited YFC Southwestern Ontario.
• Youth for Christ InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational office overseeing ministries in over 100 countries impacting more than 9 million young people worldwide. Sets international standards and philosophy through Youth for Christ International network.
• Huron Park Baptist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity church venue partner hosting weekly volleyball (grades 5-12) and senior high basketball (grades 9-12) programs. Located at 199 Berwick St., Woodstock. Provides gymnasium facilities for sports programming.
• First Baptist ChurchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity church venue partner hosting The Table weekly hot lunch drop-in program for high school students. Located at 603 Adelaide St., Woodstock (lower level). Provides space for nutritious meal service and youth engagement.
• K2K ProductionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth-based theatre ministry partnership through which theatrical productions like 'Narnia', 'The Jungle Book', and 'Peter Pan' were produced. Supports creative expression and youth development through performing arts.
• Craigowan Golf ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf club venue for Annual Golf-a-Thon fundraising event. Hosts community fundraising activities supporting Youth Unlimited YFC Woodstock programs.
• Wedding Ways At Rose HillminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent venue hosting the annual Celebration Banquet fundraising event on September 28th, 2026. Provides elegant setting for three-course meal, live music, and youth impact storytelling.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/woodstockyfc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/yfc-youth-unlimited

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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