This year our Community Outreach project is a Donation Drive to support the local Rockford – Youth Services Network (YSN).

Each donation will give the Team an entry to win a $100 AndyMark Gift Card.

About YSN

  • The YSN provides therapy and supportive services to children and families who have experienced trauma. YSN serves children, young adults and families in Winnebago and Boone County with Strength Based Care.
  • Information on Youth Services Network can be found on their website.
  • The mission of Youth Services Network is to develop, provide and coordinate services to improve the physical, developmental, psychological and social well-being of children, young adults and families. All services are trauma-informed, strength-based, and provided in the community. Children, adolescents and their families are eligible for services. YSN is a state-licensed Child Welfare Agency which has been in existence since 1982.
  • Youth Services Network is licensed by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services as a Child Welfare Agency.
  • Youth Services Network is funded by the City of Rockford, Family and Youth Services Bureau, FEMA, Illinois Department of Human Services, Illinois Department of Children and Family Services, Illinois State Board of Education, Rockford School District 205, United Way of the Rock River Valley, Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board, and Winnebago County.

Items To Donate

We are asking each participating team to donate needed NEW items:

  • Bedding, sheets, pillows – NEW
  • Towels (kitchen or bathroom)
  • Laundry baskets, hangers, detergent

Looking Back at Your Prior Donations

Since our first event, R2OC has supported local non-profit organizations. During our first five years, teams donated over 3000 new and gently used children’s books to Crusader Clinic in affiliation with the Reach Out and Read program.
  • In 2025 the teams made donations to Noah’s Ark Animal Shelter, collecting puppy or kitten formula, dehydrated dog treats, newspapers, paper towels, dog/cat toys, and disinfecting wipes.
  • In 2022 we focused on the animal shelters that are located in the Northwest portion of Illinois where our 4 host teams are located.
  • In 2018, we focused our community connection on teens and young adults by asking teams to bring toiletry bags that can be given to Just Breathe 815, a local support group for homeless teenagers.

We appreciate your team’s participation in our Community Outreach programs, as we provide support to our local communities.