2021 NEEDS CATALOG Children's Home of Lubbock - What's Inside?
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Children’s Home of Lubbock
2021 NEEDS CATALOG
Intentional Giving // Immeasurable Impact
What’s Inside?
How it Works pg. 2
Recreation pg. 4-5
The Cottages pg. 6-7
The ATC pg. 8-9
SIL Program pg. 10
Activites Fund pg. 11
Dear Children’s Home Family,
It is almost impossible to put into words everything it takes to op-
erate a mission like the Children’s Home of Lubbock. Whether it is the
250,000 sq ft of buildings, roughly 400 acres of land, the 67-year-old
campus, or providing for and protecting 140 children, the list of needs
is endless. We receive roughly 1/3 of the cost it takes to care for these
children from the State of Texas while the rest comes from loyal do-
nors like you! We are so thankful for every blessing you pour out to us.
To paint as clear a picture as possible of where your dollars are going,
we wanted to provide a snapshot of what programs we have, what
programs are coming, and what the items in those programs cost. We
would love for you to dive into this catalog, learn as much as you can
about our programs, and connect with the one that stirs your heart.
We cannot take care of the least of these without you. Thank you for
your giving hearts and generous donations.
Blessings,
Chris Chisholm
Executive V.P. of Operations
How it Works:
We have carefully You can learn about
chosen items that the impact of these
meet the needs of programs at the
important programs Children’s Home of
at the Home. Lubbock.
You can use a QR code If you are interested in
on the program page to donating specific items
give specifically to that you can call or email
program or you can send Chris Chisholm at
your gift to the Children’s cchisholm@childshome.org
Home of Lubbock with or
the program/item in the
(806) 762.0481. ext. 224
memo.
“Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and
sisters, so you did it to me.” Matthew 25:40
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Spiritual Life
SPIRITUAL
At the Children’s Home, our priority is to
LIFE
meet the spiritual needs of the children in addition to their physical and mental
needs. Our house parents take the kids to church regularly, and last year we had
four of our kids baptized in Christ. Our Spiritual Life program is a focused effort
to show the Love of Christ to the children and the staff who care for them.
We are in the process of partnering with the Youth and Family Ministry
department at LCU. To renew this program, this partnership will include
expanded opportunities for future ministers to work with our children, using
modern techniques under the direction of the highly qualified staff at both
LCU and the Children’s Home. For more information on this you can email
cchisholm@childshome.org.
We have a mentorship program in place at the Home, which provides for a
true relationship to grow between a volunteer and a child in a one-on-one
setting. This is a deep-dive opportunity for anyone 21 and older who wants to
truly make a difference in the life of one of our children. We are looking for
Christian mentors who are wanting to invest in a life of a child at the Home. You
can email Callie Mason, at cmason@childshome.org for more information.
If you are interested in giving to the Children’s Home to grow this program
scan here to follow an online donation link, or you can mail your gift with
“spiritual life program” in the memo.
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RECREATION
What is the need?
With 60+ children playing with the
recreation equipment and toys, there is a
constant need for replacement gear. This
year the playground is 20 years old, and
because of the West Texas weather, and
thousands of children who have played
there, there is a big need to renovate it.
You can help by contributing to different
playground stations, or by helping us
purchase more equipment for the kids to
use for extracurricular activities. Swing Set $500
Playground Slide $800
Monkey Bar System $1,000
Nine Square $700 Basketball Rack $100
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RECREATION
Floor seating for a teen Jump Ropes $20
space in the library. $300
Gaming Controllers $50
Hula-Hoops $50
Sports Equipment Package $100
Headphones $15
What is the impact?
It is vital to a child’s
development to have
safe space to play.
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THE COTTAGES
What is the need?
With some of our cottages dating back
to the very first years of our existence,
they are truly well-used. Up to 8
children live in our cottages at a time
and that quickly adds to the wear-and-
tear in them. You can help by
purchasing an item to update the
cottages.
Bed Frames $350
Dresser $350
Mattress $400
What is the impact?
It is vital to a child’s
wellbeing to have a safe
place that feels like a home.
New AC Units $5,000
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THE COTTAGES
Remodels
We have larger projects of
complete renovation specifically
for the kitchens and bathrooms.
Below are the specific needs for
these project goals.
Shower Replacement $7,500
Complete Bathroom Remodel
Goal: To renovate the bathrooms
from “Jack & Jill” design with bed-
room enterances, to traditional
design with hallway entrances to
allow for more privacy.
Total cost: $16,000
Includes: New shower, toilet, sink, A Gallon of Paint $30
tile, flooring, paint, hardware, and
construction of walls and hallway
entrance.
Complete Kitchen Remodel
Goal: To update the cottage
kitchens so they are homey, in ex-
cellent condition for the children,
and are practical and accommo-
dating for the house parents.
Total cost: $25,000 New Kitchen Appliances $4,700
Includes: New cabinets, coun-
tertops, backsplash, appliances,
paint, and flooring.
Tile Package $300
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THE ANIMAL THERAPEUTIC CENTER
What is the need?
The farm has been a part of the Children’s Home since the beginning. It has played
different roles and been utilized in different ways over the years. In 2015 we began a
small program of using animals for trauma therapy for our children. We saw success,
but we also saw a great need for a bigger facility, and more resources. The expansion
of this program is a dream that you can make a reality. Above is the photo a render-
ing of what our plans are for this facility. In this section you can browse the needs for
growing this center.
Chickens $10 Pack of Wood Shavings $12
Animal Troughs $100 Rabbits $25
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THE ANIMAL THERAPEUTIC CENTER
Animal Wash Station $500 Corral Pannels $90
Bag of Feed $15 Heat Lamps $10
What is the impact?
It is vital to a child’s growth
to learn responsibility and
commitment when
caring for animals.
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SUPERVISED
INDEPENDENT
LIVING
According to The National Alliance to End Homelessness, 40-50% of former foster
youth become homeless within 18 months of leaving the system. The Supervised
Independent Living (SIL) program is a prevention program to combat homeless-
ness. SIL provides housing and support for young people who have aged out of
care. It is the ultimate goal of the SIL program to provide participants with the
education, experiences, & skills necessary to become successful and pro-social
adults. Participants work with a case manager to develop their own treatment
plan as they transition to independence. All participants are required to work
and to attend a school or some kind of vocational training.
Cover a month Cover a month
of rent: $450 of utilities: $150
Donate a Car?
It’s difficult to get to work/class without a car. As part
of this program we help the youth buy a car that they
pay a percentage of and we teach them the
responsibility of taking care of a vehicle.
To donate a car, you can contact Luke Mason at
lrmason@childshome.org
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Hear from a former House Parent
Growing up, my mother would take my brother and I to different activities.
She would take us to the movies, bowling, arcades, and swimming. It was import-
ant for our development to run around like children in a fun atmosphere. A huge
part of the Children’s Home is to give each and every child that comes on our cam-
pus the closest thing to a normal life. The Activities Fund gives us the ability to give
the children a distraction from some of the trauma that they have faced in their
life. As a house parent, it was amazing to get to use this fund to take the teen boys
to go experience activities they do not normally have the opportunity to experi-
ence. With the Activities Fund, I was able to take the teen boys hiking in Palo Duro
Canyon State Park, bowling, to the Altitude Trampoline Park, to the movies, or just
go out to eat. The Activities Fund means a lot to the children at the home. It would
be a blessing to see this fund grow for the cottages on campus so each cottage can
take their kids out to do more activities around the city of Lubbock. This is a fund
you can give to and know that you put smiles on kid’s faces from the Home.
-Luke Mason
If you are interested in contributing to the Activities Fund:
$40 covers one month of activities for a child at the Home
$320 covers an entire cottage’s activities for one month
www.childshome.org CHILDREN’S HOME OF LUBBOCK 11OTHER PROGRAMS YOU CAN IMPACT:
Foster Care Counseling Center Emergency Shelter
“Just as a body, though one,
has many parts, but all its
many parts form one body,
so it is with Christ.”
1 Corinthians 12:12
There are so many needs at the Home, but we are so grateful that the
Lord has blessed us with a community that is willing to support us with
all their unique gifts and resources. We want to thank all our donors
for their willingness to come alongside the Home, and serve in
different roles, but with the same mission.You can also read
