Hope. At Josiah White’s, it is ingrained in our DNA. But what does that look like operationally? In 2023…
- Residential Services provided hope for 195 students.
- Compass Rose Academy offered hope to 43 young women.
- Recovery Services presented hope to 109 teens.
- Growing Teens for Life gave hope to 126 qualified participants through vocational opportunities.
- Family Preservation shared hope with 81 families.
- Foster Care offered hope to 223 children in crisis.
- Spiritual Life gave hope to countless staff, students, spouses, board members, and parents.
In 2023, we met 685 children, teens, and families where they were to provide hope that was first freely given to us.
But there is still work to be done. It has been said that hope is not a strategy. But in our line of work, it is a fundamental element in all we do. So if hope is at the heart of our organization, I believe that business is good and will continue to expand.
In Romans 12:12, Paul challenges and encourages us to “be joyful in hope, patient in trials, and faithful in prayer.”
My prayer is, and will continue to be, that in 2024 we are given wisdom and discernment to properly cultivate this hope and offer a brighter future for those we serve.
Matthew Purkey, President & CEO
Our Impact in 2023
Impact Stories
Compass Rose Academy
Over the past 11 years, Compass Rose Academy has served 233 girls and families with much success. CRA is grateful for the remarkable successes achieved and the meaningful impact that has been had in the lives of these girls and their families. CRA is immensely proud of the positive changes that have collectively been brought about and owe this success to God, along with the dedicated CRA team, volunteers, donors, and supporters who have been instrumental throughout the organization’s journey.
Residential Services
A key component of Josh’s time at Josiah White’s has been his active involvement in Growing Teens for Life (GTFL), Josiah White’s vocational development program. As part of GTFL, Josh worked at 50 East Garden Center and Cafe, which is open to the public and provides on-campus internship opportunities for students like Josh. Through Josh’s work at 50 East, he learned how to interact with the public and build meaningful relationships with the staff, furthering his personal development. He also earned valuable certifications, allowing him to embrace new possibilities for his future.
Recovery Services
While in Josiah White’s Recovery Services program, Gavin took advantage of the opportunity and took the program seriously. He came to realize how he was hurting those around him and hurting himself. After completing Recovery Services 28-day program, Gavin transitioned into Josiah White’s TREC (Teaching Recovery Empowering Change) program through Residential Services. Gavin is looking forward to graduating from high school while at Josiah White’s and also has the short term goal of getting off of probation. In the future, Gavin hopes to make music and become an addiction counselor and an NA sponsor.
*Name changed and stock photo used for the protection of the client
Foster Care
Shortly after becoming licensed foster parents, Travis and Julie received their first placement of two siblings, a boy and a girl. At one of the first supervised visits, Travis and the children’s biological mom had an opportunity to start building a relationship. The day after the children were reunited with their mom, she texted the Beams asking them where they attended church. That Sunday, the children and their mother joined the Beams at church. Since that weekend, the Beams have continued to support the family by celebrating milestones, inviting the children over to play, and reminding them that they are praying for them.
Family Preservation
Before being referred to Josiah White’s Family Preservation Services, Jasmine was battling alcoholism. Through the help of her therapist, Jasmine confronted the emotions underneath her struggle with alcohol. She took her therapy seriously, and began to gradually reduce her drinking. She also worked with her Family Skills Coach to find new housing in order to give herself and her family a better living environment. Throughout treatment, Jasmine also maintained employment, allowing her to become financially independent. After connecting her with community resources to support her continued growth and healing, Jasmine’s case was closed successfully after almost six months.
