YES Nature to Neighborhoods is a dynamic leadership development organization that nurtures leaders of all ages through nature-centered learning. Over the past 25 years, more than 12,000 Richmond community members have engaged with YES’s leadership pathways. As a result, they have reclaimed their connection to the earth; deepened their sense of confidence and belonging; and built both personal well-being and community power. 

YES has thoughtfully grown the scope and scale of our programs to meet community needs while operating from a rented facility across the street from Richmond’s largest city park. In 2021, when the option to buy this facility arose, our answer was a resounding “yes.” This purchase has secured a permanent place for YES in Richmond in a time when many nonprofits have been priced out. 

Now our need and opportunity is to make this place a home – a base camp where leaders of all ages can gather, learn, and grow. Our goal by 2026 is to transform our cramped, aging facility into a spacious, nature-inspired hub for our growing community. We have raised $3.85 million to date, over 70% of our campaign goal. Below is a video of our vision and preliminary renderings of our new building.