Now that the kids have gone back to school, it’s really quiet around here! During the summer we had a house full of mostly teenagers, and there was always music, lots of conversation and video gaming going on simultaneously. When it came time to send them off to school, the generosity of our community was, as usual, overwhelming. Many of the children arrive here with nothing more than the clothes on their backs, and it is because of the donations you provide that we are able to supply them with the things they need. (more…)

It’s summertime at the Flowering Branch Children’s Shelter, and the place is buzzing with activity! Right now there are seven girls and five boys here, ages 9 through 17. Like all kids, they enjoy going to the pool, playing video games and basketball, and all the usual “kid things.” Some have had special experiences at camp, such as the horse camp at Greenridge Stables. They’ve made visits to the Booth Museum, enjoyed special jewelry making classes, and a favorite activity–fishing!

 Recently many of them chose to dress up like cows for Chick Fil A’s “Dress like a cow, get free food” day. Typical kids doing typical stuff, and all thanks to you and your support of Advocates for Children. Our mission is to offer safety, comfort and hope to children who come from sometimes desperate situations, and we couldn’t do it without all of the help from our community. Thanks to you, the children in our care can experience the same things that other kids experience in these summer months-fun, activities, and the peace that comes from being respected and loved, happy and thriving.