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SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The Social Development impact area employs strategies designed to improve problem solving skills and coping skills and to build self-esteem
in children and youth. Projects provide access to information that will support positive life choices and help promote team building and socialization. MANAGEMENT TEAM CHAIR
HEATHER MIMS
G.R.A.C.E. (GIRLS RULE! ACCEPTING, CARING, EMPOWERING)
METHODIST CHILDREN’S HOMES OF MISSISSIPPI
Volunteers provide education and enrichment activities for girls ages 12-18 to help build self-esteem, self-respect, and values while encouraging healthy choices and independent living.
CHAIR Morgan Harris CO-CHAIR Jessica McGehee VOLUNTEERS 16
MAKING CONNECTIONS,
REWARDING SUCCESS
CANOPY CHILDREN’S SOLUTIONS
Volunteers operate a merit-based store at the CARES School, stock the store based on “wish lists” generated by the students, welcome new students with a care package, host monthly birthday celebrations, and arrange evening dinners with guest speakers.
CHAIR Tyler Jeter CO-CHAIR Mae Luke VOLUNTEERS 22
MCCLEAN FLETCHER CENTER
MCCLEAN FLETCHER CENTER
Throughout the school year, volunteers work with McClean Fletcher Center professionals to provide grief support to children ages 4-18 and assist with outreach to families.
CHAIR Sarah Denley Herrington CO-CHAIRS Anna Watson, Linda Trewolla VOLUNTEERS 15
SENSORY FUN AND LEARNING
THE LITTLE LIGHT HOUSE
Volunteers plan sensory activities for children with special needs, ages 6 weeks to 6 years of age, providing activities that incorporate various learning experiences through sensory play.
CHAIR Kate Boerner CO-CHAIR Katy Patrick VOLUNTEERS 22
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