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Roy Maas Youth Alternatives, Inc. is committed to caring for children in crisis. Roy Maas' Youth Alternatives, Inc.

(RMYA) has provided safety for children in crisis since 1976 with residential & counseling services to end the cycle of abuse & violence: Emergency Shelter services; TurningPoint Transitional & Independent Living Program for homeless young adults and former & extended foster youth; RMYA Family Counseling & Resource Center with individual & group counseling & community psychiatric services for children & youth; RMYA Meadowland campus, our long-term residential programs for foster children with emotional/behavioral needs from past abuse; and
MeadowLand Charter District charter schools for at-risk students. Roy Maas once said "People need three things to be happy: someone to love, something constructive to do with their time and something to look forward to." As key people in the lives of the youth we serve, RMYA works to provide an environment for these things to happen. Our children have many obstacles to overcome & we provide the help & tools they need to understand they can lead a positive life & become productive citizens in our community.

10/30/2026

🕊️ A Legacy That Lives On 💙

Some people leave behind more than memories. They leave behind a purpose that continues to change lives long after they're gone.

Roy Maas, RMYA's founding executive director, was one of those people.

His compassion, unwavering dedication, and belief that every child deserves a chance at a better future helped shape a mission that continues to touch countless lives today.

As RMYA celebrates 50 years of building bridges from crisis to safety, we are reminded that Roy's legacy lives on in every child who finds comfort, every family that discovers hope, and every life touched by the care he helped inspire.

His vision continues through the dedication of those who carry his mission forward and the generosity of a community that shares his belief in the potential of every child.

💙 Today, we remember Roy with gratitude, honor the compassion that defined his life, and reaffirm our commitment to carrying his vision forward for generations to come.

Though he is no longer with us, the difference he made continues to grow.

10/27/2026

Why does residential treatment matter?

For some children, healing requires more than a counseling session. It takes a safe, nurturing environment where they can feel secure, build trusting relationships, and rediscover the joys of simply being a kid.

At RMYA, our residential treatment programs provide around-the-clock care, therapeutic support, and dependable daily routines that help children find stability and regain confidence.
From everyday moments of learning and laughter to important milestones in their healing journey, every experience is an opportunity to grow.

💙 Because every child deserves more than a safe place to stay—they deserve a chance to heal, thrive, and look toward a brighter future.

10/25/2026

⛳ RMYA is proud to participate in another year of the Valero Texas Open’s Champions fore Charity!

Through this incredible program, you can make an even greater impact for children and families in need of safety, stability, and healing. Every gift makes a difference—and with a 7% match from Valero, your generosity goes even further!

Support RMYA through Champions fore Charity: https://www.rmya.org/champions-fore-charity/
👕 $100 helps provide clothing for a youth in RMYA's care.
🏀 $200 supports recreational activities that encourage connection, growth, and healing.
💬 $500 helps provide therapeutic counseling services for a child or family in need.

A special thank you to Valero Energy and the Valero Texas Open for helping nonprofits like RMYA make a lasting difference in our community!

10/20/2026

A chance to play, explore, create, and simply be a kid. These everyday moments may seem small, but for children who have experienced crisis, they can mean so much.

Behind every young person at RMYA is a dedicated team providing structure, supervision, clinical care, education, encouragement, and the consistency children need to feel safe.

Healing takes more than one counseling session. It takes people showing up, caring, and creating opportunities for children to grow—every single day.

💙 Thank you for helping us make these moments possible.

10/18/2026

💙 Thank You, CAPTRUST Community Foundation!💙

Roy Maas Youth Alternatives (RMYA) is honored to be among 81 nonprofits nationwide selected to receive support through the CAPTRUST Community Foundation's annual Giving Day!

Thanks to the generosity of the Foundation and the CAPTRUST team in Boerne, RMYA received a $10,000 gift to support our work with children, youth, and families who have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma.

This investment helps RMYA continue providing the safety, care, and support young people need to heal, build brighter futures, and dream again. 🌟

A special thank-you to CAPTRUST's Boerne team for choosing RMYA and to the CAPTRUST Community Foundation for its commitment to strengthening communities through giving.

We are grateful to be part of this incredible initiative! 💙

10/16/2026

Healing doesn’t always happen in big, visible moments. Sometimes, it looks like trusting an adult again. Returning to school. Completing an assignment. Joining an activity. Or simply feeling safe enough to try something new.

At RMYA, we recognize and celebrate every step—because small moments of progress can lead to brighter futures. 💙

10/15/2026

A beautiful evening. An incredible community. And a shared belief that every child deserves the chance to heal and thrive.

RMYA’s 50th Anniversary Gala brought together longtime friends, supporters, community partners, and new faces to celebrate five decades of building bridges from crisis to safety for children and families in need.

To everyone who joined us, sponsored the event, volunteered, or contributed in ways big and small, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Your kindness, generosity, and continued belief in our mission mean more than words can express.

Thank you for being part of our first 50 years and helping us carry this mission forward. We couldn't do it without you!

10/14/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Domestic violence affects more than those who experience it directly. For children who witness violence at home, the emotional impact can lastlong after the violence ends.

At Roy Maas Youth Alternatives (RMYA), webelieve every child deserves to feel safe,supported, and loved. Through compassionate care, counseling, and family support, we help children and youth facing crisis find stability anda path toward healing.

💜 Every child deserves safety. Every family deserves the opportunity to heal.

If you or someone you know needs support, RMYA's Family Counseling & Resource Center (FCRC) offers no-cost counseling for children, youth, and families.

📞 (210) 340-7971 ext. 1100
🔗 https://www.rmya.org/family-counseling-and-resource-center/

10/09/2026

💜 What an unforgettable celebration of 50 years! ✨

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our RMYA community, we have now raised nearly $920,000 toward 50th Anniversary fundraising goal — and counting!

This milestone is about more than a number. Your support is helping RMYA strengthen the care we provide through expanded counseling and clinical services, therapeutic and life-skill activities, and improvements to the spaces where children live, heal, and begin to feel safe again.

We are deeply grateful to our sponsors, Honorary Chairs, donors, guests, auction participants, and our incredible volunteer Gala Committee. So many people gave their time, talents, generosity, and hearts to bring this milestone celebration to life. 💜

Thank you for celebrating 50 years with us — and for helping lay the foundation for RMYA’s next 50 years of building bridges from crisis to safety.

📸 Now, relive some of our favorite moments from this incredible evening! View and share photos from the RMYA 50th Anniversary Gala: https://bit.ly/3VneH5P
✨ Learn more about our 50th Anniversary fundraising goal and the impact your support is making: https://www.rmya.org/donate/

10/08/2026

💜 It takes a community to create lasting change.

For 50 years, RMYA has been surrounded by people who believe in showing up for children and families when they need it most. As a Legacy Sponsor of RMYA’s 50th Anniversary Gala, Pop & Friends continues that tradition of compassion, generosity, and community.

Their support helps RMYA provide children facing crisis with more than a safe place — it helps surround them with caring people, opportunities to heal, and hope for what comes next.

✨ Thank you, Pop & Friends, for being on our team and standing with the children and families RMYA serves. 💜

Address

3103 West Avenue
San Antonio, TX
78213

Telephone

+12103408077

Website

http://www.rmya.org/

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