Florence Crittenton Services of North Carolina Health And Hope for Tomorrow’s Children
1903-2013
Celebrating 110 Years of Service
2012-2013 Annual Report
Florence Crittenton’s First Home • 1903 • McDowell St., Charlotte, North Carolina
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A Word from our CEO --------------------------------------------------------------About Florence Crittenton Services, Mission and History -----Our Services -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Those We’ve Served, Outcomes and Numbers ------------------------Financials at a Glance ----------------------------------------------------------------Events for Health and Hope -----------------------------------------------------First Annual Florence Crittenton Fashion Show ---------------------110th Year Anniversary Annual Luncheon -----------------------------Florence Crittenton Services Legends -------------------------------------110 Stories for 110 Years -----------------------------------------------------------Board of Directors and Advisors, and FCS Auxiliary ---------------
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Contact Us Mailing Address
P.O. Box 36392 Charlotte, NC 28236
Phone and Fax Numbers Office: 704-372-4663 Fax: 704-334-8169
Physical Address
1300 Blythe Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28203
Websites
www.fcsnc.org www.facebook.com/FlorenceCrittentonNC
A Word from our CEO In this special year of celebration of the 110th anniversary of Florence Crittenton Services (FCS), I pause to reflect on my 30 plus years with this amazing organization. I started employment as a social worker and for the past 14 years have been honored to serve as the CEO. Prior to my employment with FCS, I worked with young single pregnant and parenting teens in another state. Throughout that experience I encountered so many situations where the young women were in need of safety, support and hope. When I first walked through the doors of FCS, I felt the homelike atmosphere and it is what I would have envisioned for the many young lives I had encountered. As I continued my work at FCS, I have been able to see first hand what a difference it makes when a young pregnant woman has support, a safe place to live, resources and most importantly, someone who believes in them and their potential to have a better life. I have seen this carried through from young women who were my clients, who are now professional women contributing to our society. These women have raised remarkable children who are also leading productive lives. The Crittenton experience is life changing for two generations. The other remarkable aspect of FCS that I take pride in is the responsiveness to changing needs as exemplified in Sarah’s House and Legacy Hall programs for teens in the foster care system and now our focus on assisting clients in healing from trauma. Throughout my journey, I have met incredible, resilient young people and many very dedicated and committed volunteers, donors and staff who work tirelessly everyday to help us meet the needs of clients. I remain grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the FCS legacy of promoting health and hope for tomorrow’s children and hope that others who read our stories will join with us and invest in the potential and future success of our youth. Thank you for your support throughout the years,
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Mission The mission of Florence Crittenton Services is to promote health and hope for tomorrow’s children by providing comprehensive health, education and social/therapeutic services and programs for single pregnant adolescents and women, teen mothers, and non-pregnant adolescents.
History Florence Crittenton Services of North Carolina was founded in 1903, celebrating our 110th Anniversary this year, 2013. Back in the early 1900s, a Charlotte newspaper article reported an alarming reaction to a distraught 16-year old single, pregnant girl from Charlotte who committed suicide after learning she was pregnant. Rather than face the shame and disgrace that she felt she would bring upon herself and her family, she ended her life. Religious leaders and concerned citizens throughout North Carolina joined forces, determined to provide a safe place and understanding, rather than condemnation, for single pregnant women. Through donated funds by a New York Philanthropist, Charles Crittenton, a home for single and pregnant women was started in Charlotte. Mr. Crittenton requested that the program be named in memory of his daughter, Florence, who died of scarlet fever at the age of four. Charles Crittenton
Florence Crittenton
Since 1903, FCS has served more than 40,000 mothers, babies, and their families. 2
Our Services Maternity Program Our 32-bed residential program provides a range of prevention and intervention services for young women of any age who need a safe and healthy environment during pregnancy, through the delivery of their baby. These clients are high-risk, single young women ages 10 years of age and older, who may be homeless and victims of sexual and/or physical abuse and neglect.
Sarah’s House Program Mother-Child Parenting
This residential program helps foster care teen mothers and their babies prepare for independent living by focusing on education, independent living skills, and healthy parenting classes.
Legacy Hall An Indepedent Living Program
Residential clients participating in this independent living program are at-risk, nonpregnant adolescent females from age 16-21 who are in the legal custody of the Department of Social Services.
Aftercare Parenting Education Program A.P.E.P. Program This home visitation program offers aftercare services for former Maternity clients living in Mecklenburg, Gaston, Anson, Iredell, and Cabarrus counties. Services are provided for up to 3 years or longer if needed.
Vocational/Educational Program Our vocational program assists clients with obtaining employment and furthering their education providing assistance in resume writing, interview preparation, job shadowing, internships and career mentoring. The program strongly promotes high school graduation or completion of a GED, and continuing education.
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Those We’ve Served Outcomes & Accomplishments 2012-2013
Maternity Program
65 residents served 5,018 days of care 100% of residents delivered drug free babes 85% of babies born to FCS registered an average APGAR 96% registered an average score of 9 five minutes from birth 6lbs. and 8 oz. the average birth weight of FCS babies Sarah’s House 8 mothers served 9 children served 2,405 days of care
Legacy Hall
10 young women served 1,718 days of care
Aftercare Parenting Education Program 16 young families served 100% of participants had no substantiated cases of child abuse/neglect 81% avoided repeat, unplanned pregnancies 100% of infants were appropriately immunized at one year of age Vocational Program
52 girls and women served 100% of adolescents enrolled in school or education-based program 92% of adults were actively involved with educational/vocational programming 4
Financials at a Glance 2% 1% 5%
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Revenue
12%
13%
63%
Government Agencies United Way Foundations & Grants Special Events Contributions Investments Other 4% 3%
Expenses Programs Services Management & General Fundraising
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Events for Health and Hope 4th Annual FCS Golf Tournament – Held at Cedarwood Country Club
and organized with the help of RODGERS, and sponsors Showalter Construction, Spectrum Interiors of SC, and SteelFab, Inc.
Annual Agency Holiday Open House – December 4, 2012. The agency was open to the community for trainings, tours and holiday activities.
Fashion Show – May 18, 2013, The Evolution of Southern Fashion, held at
Extravaganza Depot showcases Southern fashion beginning from the 1850s to today.
5th Annual Movers for Moms & Diaper Dash – April – May 2013,
Sponsored by Two Men and a Truck, FCS received baby item donations from all over the Charlotte community. A kickoff event, Diaper Dash, was held at NoDa Brewery with the help of the NoDa Running Club.
110th Year Anniversary Annual FCS Luncheon – May 7, 2013, Held at Myers Park United Methodist Church with over 300 supporters in attendance.
4th Annual Alumni Reunion – Held at Veterans Park in Spring 2013
The crowd at the Fashion Show dancing to the DJ while watching the models on the runway
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Monkia Markley, Two Men and a Truck Marketing Coordinator for Movers for Moms working closely with FCS, stretches Eric Reichard of RODGERS Builders prior to the Diaper Dash continues to volunteer as Santa at the 2012 Holiday Open House
First Annual FCS Fashion Show On May 18, 2013, more than 200 guests attended Florence Crittenton Services’ first annual Fashion Show at The Extravaganza Depot. Models strutted down the runway and posed for the cameras in styles from six time periods ranging from 1850-2013, showing the progression of style and the Evolution of Southern Fashion, the theme of the evening’s event. Current styles and clothing were sponsored by Belk, Kevin Vain, and Fresh Boutique. Models showing off some of the different eras of style highlighted in the fashion show. The theme was the Evolution of Southern Fashion.
Two heartfelt stories were told prior to the performance by singer Pennie Hamilton, one of a 15 year old single mother who after having been sexually abused and finding out she was pregnant, turned to FCS for the support and guidance she needed. This young woman was a part of the Sarah’s House program, which helps teen mothers in foster care learn how to live independently and develop parenting skills. The other story was that of a young woman living at FCS. She is a member of FCS’ independent living program for non-pregnant foster care girls, where she discovered her love of the culinary arts. The past Chair of the FCS Board of Directors and event chair, Charlene Slaughter, shared, “Walking through the history of Southern fashion is an incredible way to honor our journey and support FCS as we continue to empower women in crisis.”
FCS Board Member and event creator, Charlene Slaugher, shows off a live auction item. A beautiful ring donated by Perry’s of Southpark. Photography by Ron J. Deshaies, Treasured Events of Charlotte
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110th Anniversary Annual Luncheon Honoring the Legends of Florence Crittenton Services
2013 marked the 110th Year of Service for Florence Crittenton Services of North Carolina. Since its founding in 1903, the agency has served over 40,000 young women, children and their families. Just as importantly, dedicated community members have made these services possible over the 110 years through their support, whether it was time, monetary donations or talents. Usually, FCS honors a particular individual or corporation in the community with the Lucille P. Giles Award. The recipient is someone who has made a significant philanthropic difference in the agency. Last year Judge Louis A. Trosch Jr. received the award. But on Tuesday, May 7, 2012 at the Annual Luncheon, FCS decided to do something a little different. Instead of recognizing one individual, 36 were recognized for their service and dedication to Florence Crittenton Services. These individuals were honored as FCS Legends for their dedication to the agency throughout the 110 years. The Legends ranged from Florence Crittenton’s founder, Charles Crittenton, to those who served in the past but are no longer with us, Legends who have served and continue to serve to this day, and those who are on their way to making a strong and evident impact in the agency.
FCS Legend Tom Woollen and his wife, Velva
Speakers included Emerging Legend Charlene Slaughter, a current Board Member of FCS, recognizing the amazing talent and dedication of the Legends; Katie Becker, a former client, supporter and community volunteer giving her testimonial of the success of the programs; and Bill Ryans, FCS Chair of the Board of Directors and DeWitt “Mac” McCarley, Board Member, honoring the 110th year of Service to Charlotte and North Carolina. DeWitt “Mac” McCarley, FCS Legend and Board of Directors Member
Katie Becker, Former FCS Client
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Photography by Ron J. Deshaies, Treasured Events of Charlotte
Florence Crittenton Legends Florence Crittenton Legends Bill McNair Bill Ryans David Barnhardt David Perkins DeWitt “Mac” McCarley Elizabeth “Lib” Harkey Ed Tubel Jim Abbott Ken Sipes
Mary Liz Francis Nancy Thomas Pat and Ty Boyd Pender McElroy Sadler Barnhardt Sarah Belk Gambrell Sarah Bryant Susan Kelly Tom Woollen
Legends No Longer With Us Charles Crittenton Dolly Tate Doris Cromartie Eleanor Barnhardt Fay Green
Corporate Legends RODGERS • B.D. Rodgers • Pat Rodgers • Eric Reichard • Lisa Perkins
Judy Harrison Barry Kate Waller Barrett Lucille Giles Margaret and William Barnhardt Marian Hunter
Emerging Legend Charlene Slaughter
Volunteer Legends
Florence Crittenton Auxiliary Represented by: • Lana Hathaway • Elaine Langstaff • Maggie Miller 9
110 Stories for 110 Years For the 110th Year Anniversary, Florence Crittenton Services collected 110 stories in commemoration of all the organization has done throughout our history. Below you will see a selected few highlighting the successes of our programs and of our clients. “I grew up with a loving and supportive family. As a child, I assumed everyone else had what I took for granted: unconditional love from my parents. Then when I was a teenager, the younger sister of a good friend of mine discovered that she was pregnant. Because she was so fearful of what her parents would say or do to her when they learned the truth, and knowing of no other place to turn, she chose to take her own life. Her story has stayed with me ever since then. I recently joined the Board of Directors of FCS in order to help teenage girls and young women who are struggling with the issues that my friend’s sister found too overwhelming to contend with.” - Rebecca Young, FCS Board Member
“I stayed at Florence Crittenton in 1998-99 and cannot express my gratitude for the help and care I received during my stay. I will forever be grateful to the staff and services I received. I was alone during that time with no support and Florence allowed me to see a light at the end of the tunnel. My daughter just turned 14 yrs old last week and I was reminded of where we both started out. I have come a long way since then. I am married with 3 additional children and just started my 1st semester of nursing school. I just wanted to say thank you Florence Crittenton and hope you will forever help those in need as I was!” - Story by Former Client
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“On June 26th, 2013, it will be 55 years since I gave birth to my son at Florence Crittenton Services in Charlotte, N.C. At that time I was the youngest girl who had ever been there. Although I can’t remember all of the experience of that time in my life, I do remember the good people there making it the best that it could be. I am now 67 years old and Florence Crittenton will always hold a special place in my heart. The person who stands out the most in my memory was Mrs. Thigpen, a teacher who donated her time to help the girls with their education. In 1958 after being a victim of incest and 11 years old I was brought to Florence Crittenton Services in Charlotte. On June 26, 1958 my son was born, I had just turned 12 on June 17th. My story is just one of many, many heartbreaking stories that affected many young children in all walks of life. After 32 years, I found my son by hiring a private investigator to help me. He is beautiful. Although he is autistic, he is smart on so many levels. My son is now 55 years old and I am 67. My heart is full of thanks for all you wonderful people do at FCS. I don’t know what would have happened to me without you. Thank God there are caring people in this world.” - Story by Former Client
“I stayed at Florence Crittenton because I wanted to better myself as a mother. I knew I needed financial help because I could not do this pregnancy on my own. I thank God for all the staff that has had a positive impact on me and has pushed me in the right direction. I can officially say that I am blessed. Since I have been here, me and my father’s relationship has grown and I thank him so much. Florence Crittenton has been good to me and I continue to thank them every step of the way. I am happy I am here and will be the best mother I can possibly be to my daughter. I am maturing into the adult I should be. I have many goals in me and I will accomplish every single one of them.” - Story by a Current Client
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Board Michelle Jennings-Anderson Pascal A. Binetti Jennifer R. Bishop Dr. Octavia M. Cannon Nichola “Nikki” Fleming Donald S. Gately Elizabeth Harkey
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Victor Holloway Alexandra J. Jenkins Ernestine Jones DeWitt F. “Mac” McCarley Gregory L. McDowell William “Tripp” Moore Lisa Rhyne
Board Jim Abbott Charles Albuquerque Scott Anderson Donna Armstrong Terry Armstrong Tom Baldwin Sadler Barnhardt The Honorable Bishop George E. Battle, Jr. Pat Boyd Ty Boyd Jean Brayboy Sarah Bryant Fern Culberth
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William T. Ryans Anna Schleunes Kenneth Sipes Charlene Slaughter Christie Taylor Valerie R. Thigpen Rebecca Young
Advisors
Sharon Decker Catherine Eason Dianne English Lisa Fields Anthony Fox Mary Liz Francis Sarah Belk Gambrell Harvey Gantt Robert Goodale Elizabeth Harkey Lana Hathaway Tracy Hewett Susan Kelly Harriet Martin
Pender McElroy Dr. William McMillan, Jr. Chris Moffat Bruce Parker David Perkins Lisa Perkins B.D. Rodgers Dr. Charlie Sanders Susan Sewell Ken Sipes B.J. Harrison-Waymer Dr. Michael Wattenbarger Tom Woollen Barbara Ziegler
Auxiliary Toni Clune Frances Eckel Helen Gounis Judy Harris Lana Hathaway
Marty Hunt Elaine Langstaff Maggie Miller June Nunn LaCarla Page
Jill Pernsteiner Martha Perrow Gene Ruth Poler Lou Watson