The fundraising campaign for Youth Opportunities Unlimited’s (YOU) New Addition project got a major boost Tuesday.
Frank and Kathy Longo, known for their local philanthropic efforts, have made a $250,000 donation to the effort. They’ll also serve as the campaign’s honorary co-chairs.
The project is set to retrofit the building on the northwest corner of York and Richmond to create a home for youth, expectant teen moms, as well as new mothers and babies who are at risk of, or experience homelessness.
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YOU says the facility will also act as an integrated youth wellness hub focused on physical and mental health, employment, education, and training.
YOU is trying to raise $8.2 million in a public campaign for the New Addition project. Construction is expected to begin summer 2018
— With files from Jess Brady
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