Palmer Home for Children has appointed Felix Dornier, Director of Technical Services at Valero Energy Corporation in Memphis, Tennessee, to its Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to welcome Felix to our board,” says Karen Carlisle, Palmer Home Board Chair. “His leadership and diverse corporate experience will be a valuable addition to our team as […]
This year, we’re grateful to celebrate 129 years of dedicated service and commitment to nurturing children in need of hope and healing. For more than a century, Palmer Home has been a beacon of hope for children throughout Mississippi and beyond, providing support to countless children who have faced adversity and trauma. As we commemorate […]
In a world where guidance and support can make all the difference in the world for a child in need of hope and healing, mentorship programs offer a beacon of hope for children and teens facing adversity. At Palmer Home for Children, we believe in the transformative power of mentorship. We know that healing, restorative […]
Building Hope and Dreams for Children in Need Legacy New Homes, a prominent name in the DeSoto County community, stands as a beacon of compassion and commitment to supporting vulnerable children. Their journey with Palmer Home for Children began through their involvement with the Mudbug Bash events, where they saw an opportunity to give back […]
For more than 128 years, Palmer Home for Children has provided restorative foster care environments where children feel safe, connected, and supported. Thanks to a generous donation from Delta Waterfowl, children and teens served through Palmer Home will now have an opportunity to enjoy hunting and outdoor activities as part of an outdoor recreational therapy […]
March is not just a month of transition from winter to spring; it’s also a time to celebrate the invaluable contributions of social workers across the nation. As we mark National Social Worker Month, we take a moment to honor the dedicated professionals who tirelessly advocate for vulnerable individuals and families, often serving as beacons […]
Get ready to kick up your boots and dance the night away, because Mustache the Band is set to bring the house down at the 20th Annual Mudbug Bash, presented by Sky Lake Construction! This year’s musical lineup just got a whole lot groovier, as the renowned party band takes center stage for an unforgettable […]
Each year, hundreds gather in downtown Hernando to celebrate Palmer Home for Children and our mission to provide hope and healing to children in need. This year, we’re grateful to celebrate our 20th Annual Mudbug Bash presented once again by Sky Lake Construction. This much-anticipated event will feature great food, great music, great fun, and, […]
We sat down with Abby Gray, a Palmer School teacher, to learn more about her background in education, her passion for teaching, and what brought her to Palmer Home. Read below to learn more about Abby, Palmer School, and ways you can get involved to support the children and students we serve. Tell us a […]
Palmer Home for Children seeks to provide restorative environments for children and young adults who may face challenging circumstances. Children with ACEs (adverse childhood experiences) are significantly more likely to struggle academically due to having unmet needs that shift their focus. At Palmer School, our goal is to create and cultivate a safe and supportive […]
On May 3, Jonah’s Journey will join more than 750 Middle Tennessee nonprofits in a 24-hour giving campaign titled “The Big Payback”. In its fourth year, the event offers local nonprofits opportunities to share their platform in order to garner additional community support and donations. “The Big Payback offers Jonah’s Journey a unique opportunity to […]
“How can we help?” Business owners, volunteers, churches, and donors all ask us regularly what Palmer Home for Children needs most. We’ve held fundraisers. And you have answered by giving. We’ve mentioned on-campus repair needs. You’ve answered by sending missions teams. We’ve created lists of everyday items our children need. You’ve answered by bringing bags […]
Meet Mark Taylor, Vice President of Jonah’s Journey. Mark’s life has been characterized by an exceptional commitment to Christian service. He is currently a board member for the Church Mission Network ministering to Africa and Central America and is Chairman of Missions Team at The Glade Church of Mount Juliet, Tennessee. He and his wife […]
There’s an old adage that says, “Numbers don’t lie.” While this may be true, at Palmer Home we usually prefer to tell the stories behind the numbers. Once in a while, however, the numbers tell a story all on their own and, in this case, they reveal a very specific need. Over the past few […]
In the last few years, Palmer Home for Children has expanded its ministry of caring for children through residential care to include foster care in the states of Mississippi and Tennessee. Jonah’s Journey began as a ministry to provide temporary or long-term care for children born to incarcerated women. However, today caregivers through Jonah’s journey […]
At Palmer Home for Children, we’re reimagining and redesigning our approach to foster care through Jonah’s Journey. Whether placed in foster care through a state agency or a private care provider, children in foster care often come from difficult places. They need a stable environment and loving home where they can begin to experience healing […]
Standing on the subway platform in London’s railway station as the train pulls into view, you’ll hear a repeated warning from their intercom system: “Mind the gap.” It’s referring to the space between the train car and the platform. It serves as a reminder that if you are not mindful of the place between where […]
In March of 2004, a battle began over the rights of abused and neglected children in the state of Mississippi. Today, the struggle rages on, as Mississippi fights to restore a broken system. The New York Times revealed the dismal story in a recent article, detailing the patterns of negligence that led to the clash […]
When Ligon and Wilson Troutt got married, they knew they wanted to center their home around giving more than receiving. As a former first grade teacher, Ligon recounts teaching the children in her class that the greatest rule is that it is far better to give than to receive. “That’s something we want to instill […]
What happens when two ministries who are relentlessly dedicated to bettering the lives of children across the country – and across the world – partner together?God shows up in miraculous ways. Palmer Home for Children partnered with Nashville-based children’s ministry Jonah’s Journey in 2014. We’ve been moving full steam ahead ever since and haven’t looked […]
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