13th Annual Shotguns & Sunflowers Soiree Raises More Than $350K for Children in Need with Generous Support from Simmons Bank
In part due to the generosity of Mid-South based Simmons Bank, the 13th Annual Shotguns & Sunflowers Soiree raised a record total through donations, tickets, sponsorships, silent auction, and an exhilarating live auction. About the 2022 Shotguns & Sunflowers Soiree The event took place on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at the historic Memphis Hunt and […]
Fireworks on the Farm is Back
Looking for a fun way to celebrate the beginning of fall for a great cause? Join us on Sunday, September 4 as we celebrate Fireworks on the Farm at Cedar Hill Farm in Hernando, MS. This event is open to the public, and all proceeds from the event benefit Palmer Home for Children and our […]
The Power of Play
At Palmer Home, we believe that children should get to be children. That means having a childhood filled with ‘typical’ childhood experiences. Not only do we provide children in need of loving caregivers, a stable household, predictable routines and meal schedules, but we also provide ample opportunities for fun. We celebrate birthdays and holidays, go […]
How Art Therapy Impacts Emotions and the Brain
For children and adults who have experienced a traumatic event – who live with posttraumatic stress disorder (or PTSD) – the brain can often live in a state of hyperawareness, ready to flee or fight at the first sign of danger or distress. Creative outlets like art and music have been shown to help counteract […]
Mudbug Bash Returns with Generous Support from Sky Lake Construction
Through the generosity of long-time partner Sky Lake Construction, the 18th Annual Mudbug Bash will take place on Saturday, April 23, on Hernando’s historic downtown square. Since its inception, the beloved event has raised nearly $1 million for vulnerable children and families. 18th Annual Mudbug Bash This year’s event will be the in-person bash like […]
Miracles from Messes: Johnna’s Story
Johnna’s Story We couldn’t miss the opportunity to share the impact your support is making in the lives of children – even the tiniest newborns – and their families. In case you hadn’t yet seen, below is the story of Johnna, a mother that Palmer Home came alongside during her darkest hour to provide […]
Partnering with Birth Families
Partnering with Birth Families By Raven Ponds, LMSW Seeing the Dignity of the Children and Families We Serve As a social worker, I strive to adhere to a code of ethics that allows me to consider the dignity and worth of a person and the importance of human relationships. Sometimes the most important […]
Palmer Home Names John Goudy 2022 Recipient of Charles Guest Service Award
Palmer Home celebrated John Goudy, Director of Operations/Facility, as the 2022 recipient of the Charles Guest Service Award. The Charles Guest Service Award recognizes a staff member for his or her contributions to Palmer Home for Children, mirroring the pursuit of excellence demonstrated by Palmer Home Board member Charles Guest. “It’s exciting for me to […]
Save the Date for the 18th Annual Mudbug Bash Benefitting Palmer Home for Children
HERNANDO, Miss., Feb. 1, 2021 – Palmer Home for Children, the faith-based organization that has provided superior care for vulnerable children for over 125 years, today announced its 18th annual Mudbug Bash is scheduled for Saturday, April 23rd from 6p.m. to 10p.m. Sponsorships are available to purchase now at palmerhome.org/events. VIP and general admission […]
Palmer Home is Seeking Mission-Focused, Servant Minded Houseparents
Are you called to serve the vulnerable? Do you have a special place in your heart for children in need? Do you long to serve God’s children through love, service, and family? If these questions resonate with you, we ask you to place these things before the Lord and to consider whether or not you and […]