Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma

What Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma does

Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma, Inc. (YFS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization founded in 1974 and headquartered at 605 W. Oxford Ave., Enid, Oklahoma. Operating with a headcount of approximately 12 employees, YFS delivers a coordinated continuum of youth and family services across North Central Oklahoma. Its program portfolio includes an Emergency Youth Shelter for children ages 0-17, Thelma's House (a Transitional Living Program for homeless youth ages 18-22), a separate Transitional Living Program for ages 16-17, School Based Counseling delivered on-site at Enid Public Schools, outpatient counseling and substance abuse treatment for children, teens, adults, and families, and participation in Garfield County Specialty Treatment Court programs. The organization self-describes as operating one of the largest outpatient counseling services in the area and appears to run the only emergency youth shelter in the region.

YFS holds CARF International accreditation and maintains a Charity Navigator four-star rating. Revenue is generated through three primary streams: government contracts and grants (Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs, Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Garfield County courts, and the Oklahoma Department of Corrections), client fees on a sliding scale with an inability-to-pay policy, and donations supplemented by United Way of Enid funding and special events such as the FTC Golf Tournament. Distribution is fully direct: services are delivered at YFS facilities, embedded inside Enid Public Schools, or accessed via government referrals and self-referral. No proprietary technology platform, app, or API is described; the business operates on a Squarespace-hosted website with Facebook and Instagram presence and an email newsletter for community engagement. Governance follows a standard nonprofit board structure with publicly available 990 forms and audits (most recent FY2024 annual report).

Name

Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma

Legal name

Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma, Inc.

Website

https://yfsenid.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma is a 1974-founded Enid, Oklahoma nonprofit operating an emergency youth shelter, transitional housing (Thelma's House), school-based counseling for Enid Public Schools, outpatient substance abuse treatment, and Specialty Treatment Court participation, funded by state agency contracts and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth and Family Social Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Temporary Shelters (624221)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Housing, Foster Care & Wraparound Support (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAO)

akta.pro secondary industries

Homeless, Foster Care & Highly Mobile Youth Education Services (EDAJAEAG), Behavioral Health for Children & Adolescents (Youth Services) (HLAFACAL), Youth Justice, At-Risk Youth & Violence Prevention Nonprofits (BPAGADAM), Substance Use Prevention & Student Assistance Programs (School-Based) (EDAKAMAJ)

Keywords

• Community youth services
• Emergency youth shelter
• Outpatient substance abuse counseling
• Transitional housing programs
• School-based mental health services

Headquarters

HQ city

Enid

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Contracts & Grants: YFS operates under contracts with government agencies including the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS), Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA), and the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). Specialty Treatment Court programs are overseen by Garfield County courts and the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.
2. Client Fees (Sliding Fee Scale): Services are provided on a sliding fee scale based on family size and income. Clients are not denied access due to inability to pay. Third-party billing personnel work with clients on payment options.
3. Donations & Community Support: The organization accepts donations and operates special events such as the FTC Golf Tournament. United Way of Enid is listed as a partner, indicating receipt of United Way funding.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma is a direct-service nonprofit that provides emergency youth shelter (ages 0-17), transitional housing for homeless youth (ages 18-22), school-based behavioral and mental health counseling, outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, and participation in Garfield County Specialty Treatment Courts. Services are delivered at YFS facilities in Enid, OK and embedded within Enid Public Schools, with referrals accepted from OKDHS, OJA, and county courts.

Product overview

Youth & Family Services of North Central Oklahoma operates as a social services organization offering a coordinated portfolio of residential, transitional, and counseling programs. The core offerings include Emergency Youth Shelter (residential crisis care for children 0-17), Thelma's House (transitional living for ages 18-22), Transitional Living Program (for teens 16-17), School Based Counseling (in-school mental health services), Specialty Treatment Courts (court-supervised treatment), Young Adult Drug & Alcohol Services, and Outpatient Counseling. These programs work together to provide a continuum of care from crisis intervention through transitional support for youth and families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Thelma's House: Transitional Living Program for homeless youth between 18 and 22 years of age.

Products and services

• Emergency Youth Shelter Residential center for children ages 0-17 providing temporary shelter to homeless youth in crisis, runaways, push outs, and those in DHS or OJA custody. Parents in local area may use the facility for 24-72 hours during crisis.
• Thelma's House (Transitional Living Program for ages 18-22) Transitional Living Program providing housing, food, and safety for homeless young adults ages 18-22. Participants focus on education, employment, and life skills development.
• Transitional Living Program (ages 16-17) Support program for teens ages 16-17 who find themselves staying with friends and relatives, helping them keep up with education and work.
• School Based Counseling Behavioral and mental health services delivered to Enid Public Schools students by YFS counselors and case managers directly during the school day, under a contract with the school district.
• Specialty Treatment Courts Supervised treatment programs offered via Garfield County Specialty Treatment Courts, overseen by the court, the Oklahoma Department of Corrections, and county court staff, designed to reduce recidivism and avoid incarceration.
• Young Adult Drug & Alcohol Services Outpatient substance abuse and addiction treatment programs for children, teens, adults, and families, addressing family adjustment issues and substance abuse.
• Outpatient Counseling Drug and alcohol outpatient counseling delivered by specially trained counselors and case managers supporting individuals and families dealing with addiction at any age.

Quantifiable outcome

• One of the largest outpatient counseling services in North Central Oklahoma

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• United Way of EnidcoreOthersYFS partners with United Way of Enid, which is displayed as a logo partner on the organization's website. United Way affiliations typically provide funding support, community credibility, and referral pathways for nonprofits serving local communities.
• Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYFS provides services to children in DHS custody at the Emergency Youth Shelter. The shelter serves youth referred by DHS, indicating a formal contractual relationship for child welfare services.
• Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerODMHSAS is listed as a partner on the YFS website. As a state mental health authority, ODMHSAS likely provides funding and oversight for substance abuse and mental health programming delivered by YFS.
• Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYFS serves youth in OJA custody at its Emergency Youth Shelter. OJA is the state agency overseeing juvenile justice in Oklahoma, indicating formal service contracts for justice-involved youth.
• Oklahoma Association of Youth Services (OAYS)minorOthersYFS is affiliated with OAYS, which is displayed as a partner logo. OAYS is a state association supporting youth-serving organizations in Oklahoma, providing advocacy and peer network benefits.
• CARF International (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities)coreOthersYFS displays the CARF accreditation seal, indicating the organization has undergone and maintains CARF's accreditation process for rehabilitation and human services organizations, signaling quality standards.
• Enid Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYFS holds a contract with Enid Public Schools to provide behavioral and mental health services. Counselors and case managers serve students directly during the school day, providing in-school access to services.
• Garfield County Specialty Treatment CourtscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYFS participates in Specialty Treatment Court programs overseen by Garfield County courts, Oklahoma Department of Corrections, and county court staff. These programs are designed to offer supervised treatment and reduce recidivism.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Bethany Christian Services: Faith-based nonprofit offering foster care, adoption, family support, and refugee services across multiple states. Comparable to YFS on nonprofit youth and family services delivery through contracted public agency partnerships.
• Covenant House: National nonprofit providing emergency shelter and transitional living programs for homeless and trafficked youth ages 18–24. Highly comparable to YFS's Emergency Youth Shelter and Thelma's House (TLP for ages 18–22) on residential model and target population.
• Maryvale: California-based nonprofit providing residential care, mental health services, and family support for vulnerable children and families. Comparable to YFS on the integrated residential + outpatient behavioral health model serving at-risk youth.
• Olive Crest: Nonprofit delivering residential care, counseling, and family preservation services for at-risk youth and families, including foster care and juvenile justice involvement. Compares to YFS on the youth shelter, outpatient counseling, and court-linked treatment continuum.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: Nonprofit focused on youth mentoring and supportive services for at-risk children and adolescents. Comparable to YFS in serving vulnerable youth populations and partnering with schools and community funders, though its core model is mentoring-based rather than residential.
• Childhelp: National nonprofit dedicated to child abuse prevention and treatment, operating residential programs, counseling, and advocacy. Comparable to YFS on residential care, behavioral health counseling, and at-risk youth service delivery.
• National Safe Place / National Runaway Safeline: Network and hotline providing safety and shelter resources for runaway and homeless youth. Directly comparable to YFS's Emergency Youth Shelter service for runaways, push-outs, and youth in crisis.
• KVC Health Systems: Nonprofit child welfare and behavioral health organization operating residential programs, foster care, and family services. Comparable to YFS on contracting with state child welfare and juvenile justice agencies to deliver residential and community-based services.
• Children's Home Society of California: Nonprofit providing adoption, foster care, residential, and family support services. Comparable to YFS on the private nonprofit child welfare / youth services delivery model funded by government contracts and donations.

Broad incumbents

• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National nonprofit providing youth development programs, after-school services, and counseling in club-based settings. Comparable to YFS in mission and target population but operates at much broader scale and as an after-school/community-center model rather than residential care.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/youthandfamilyenid
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/youth-and-family-services-of-north-central-oklahoma-inc

Compliance1 record

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