• info@justsayyesky.org
  • Frankfort, KY

What is a Yes Card?

A Yes Card is an electronic gift card that can be used to pay for youth activities from a list of approved providers in Franklin County.

The Yes Card is part a youth wellness and substance use prevention initiative that encourages positive support for young people.

Afterschool programs have a positive impact on students' educational outcomes, school attendance and social and emotional learning.

Regular participation in programs has been linked to lower dropout rates and a narrowing of achievement gaps, particularly among low-income students.

For older youth, afterschool programs can contribute to a reduction in risky behaviors and the development of college and career-readiness skills.

All 6-8th grade youth in Frankfort receive a Yes Card at the beginning of each school year.

Cards are Accepted For

  • Registration fees related to an out-of-school activity. For example: monthly dance memberships, pottery class, school sport fee, canoe rental, art workshops etc.
  • Club fees and associated field trips. For example: Beta convention, band field trip.
  • Uniforms or equipment IF these are required to participate and purchased through the activity provider
  • Educational Programs + Workshops
  • Sports Leagues, Lessons or Camps
  • Music Lessons, Instrument Rentals

Cards NOT Accepted For

  • Non-Required Equipment
  • Chromebook Fees
  • Uniforms/Equipment not bundled with the athletic fee
  • Field Trips (unless part of extracurricular activity)
  • Tuition
  • Lunch Fees
  • Merchandise/Retail Items
  • Entry into a sporting event
  • Gifts Cards
  • Donations

Check Card Balance

Not sure how much is left on your card? Check your balance here.

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Provider Directory

Yes Cards are accepted at over 50 businesses in Frankfort and surrounding areas. Where will you spend your card?

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See the data

Just Say Yes uses data to guide actions that build healthy environments for children and adolescents so they can grow up healthy and drug-free. The Yes Card provides fun, supervised activities when school is not in session. The Yes Card started in 2020 as a CDC-funded pilot for 300 students. It has since expanded to all public middle school students in Franklin County. 

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Calendar

Our community calendar focuses on programs and activities provided by Yes Card Providers, but also includes free and affordable fun for kids and families in Frankfort.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I receive a card?

Cards are issued to middle school youth at the beginning of the school year. Cards are digital. Card numbers and information are sent via email to the parent/caregiver email address.

Yes! Your card expires at the end of July and funds will not be available after the expiration date.

Check your email trash and spam area. If you cannot find your card, email us and we will resend it.

We're here to help anytime. Email us at info@justsayyesky.org.

The Yes Card program is setting an example for Kentucky and beyond.

The program draws families to the table along with schools, local businesses, local government, churches and of course youth themselves.

DONATE TO THE YES CARD

OUR GOAL

Raise $400,000 in new revenue to fully fund the Yes Card for all middle school students in Franklin County for the 2024-25 school year.

Contact us to learn about specific sponsorships opportunities.

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