FOR EVERY​ KID.

Young Life seeks to introduce adolescents to Christ and help them grow in their faith regardless of their church affiliation or where they attend school. In St. Pete, we serve through middle school, high school, and college ministries.

Does it matter?

CARING ADULTS

Kids today are the most connected generation in history and yet the most isolated and lonely.

This is where Young Life leader show up in the world of kids to know them, love them and point them toward Jesus.

A PLACE TO BELONG

Every kid is welcome here.

From football players to theater kids, there is a place for them in Young Life. We want to offer kids a safe place to be kids.

KELLY POTTS

AREA DIRECTOR

Kelly came on staff with Young Life in 2012 and has served the mission in a variety of roles, including property staff and college ministry. She moved to St. Pete in January 2020 and is excited to grow Young Life ministry here. You can find her rock climbing, fishing or drinking coffee at Black Crow Coffee Co.

kellypottsYL@gmail.com

RACHEL DESANTO

LOCAL BOARD CHAIR

Rachel and her husband, Sergio, ​ have lived in St. Pete for most of their lives and have two young children. Rachel attended Young Life in high school and it helped lay the foundation of her own faith. She has helped develop the local board in St. Pete and is eager to reach kids in this city.

rachelmaddux@gmail.com

ROB TOLLEY

ASSOCIATE REGIONAL DIRECTOR, TAMPA

Rob has served the mission of Young Life for 40 years and oversees the development and training of all staff in the Tampa Bay metro area. He has deep roots in Pinellas County and is excited to reach more and more kids in this area.

robertatolley@gmail.com

BECOME A VOLUNTEER LEADER

Young Life leaders show up in the lives of kids to build meaningful friendships with them and share the Gospel. Kids are desperate for caring adults to help them navigate life and faith. From school lunches to Friday night football games to band practice, you can find Young Life leaders there cheering on their friends and showing them with words and actions that they are known and loved.

If you're interested in learning more about what it looks like to be a volunteer leader in St. Pete, please contact us!

Click here to email St. Pete YL for more information