FAMILY VICTORIES FROM YOUTH VILLAGES
ALSO IN THIS ISSUE:
• TRANSFORMING YOUNG LIVES THROUGH THE POWER OF MENTORING
• YOUTH VILLAGES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF CHAFEE
• DONOR SPOTLIGHT: JOHN AND AMY LINTHICUM
UPDATE
FROM YOUTH VILLAGES DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, WEST TENNESSEE
The signs of spring bring new beginnings, and in that spirit, I want to introduce myself as the new director of development for West Tennessee. My name is Marcie Mulhern, and I am honored to join the Youth Villages team to continue the amazing work our 4,500 staff do every day.
Our goal is to provide the best care for our children and families, and one area where we do that is on our residential campuses at Bartlett and Dogwood. As we move further into 2025, we are excited about our expansion and construction at Dogwood. The plans include a new 13,500-square-foot activities center, an expanded school and a new cottage with patios. This will give us more room to serve additional youth.
In this issue of New Heights, we are so proud to highlight Amy and John Linthicum who have been incredible supporters of our YV5K, which raises funds for the Chris Crye Mentoring Program, for more than 40 years. We invite you to learn more about what it means to be a mentor at Youth Villages. We hope you will consider becoming a mentor and share the opportunity with those in your network. We recognize some amazing Holiday Heroes like C.H. Robinson, and we celebrated another amazing Soup Sunday.
I hope you are inspired to look for ways in which you can make an impact. Please reach out to me if you would like to learn more about how to engage with Youth Villages. Your generosity means youth in our programs can defy the odds and achieve success.
Marcie Mulhern DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
WEST TENNESSEE
marcie.mulhern@youthvillages.org 901-251-4813
WEST TENNESSEE ADVISORY BOARD
Jon Wright, Chair
Desiree Allen
Preston Butts
Betsy Gilliland
John Goode
Ruby Hancock
Thomas Holmes Jr. Matt Johnson
John Paul Kavin
Arianna Poindexter
Leslie Tate
Angie Ware
NATIONAL BOARD
Mike Bruns, Board Chairman
Mark Allen, Vice Chairman
Fredrick Burns, Board Secretary
Gerald Laurain, Board Treasurer
Patrick Lawler, CEO
Jes Averhart
Jennifer Bush
Amy Crate
Jamere Jackson
Johnny Pitts
Elizabeth Rose
Gary Shorb
Rev. Rufus Smith
Matt Tarkenton
Kevin Thompson
David Tyler
Monica Wharton
Youth Villages is a national leader in mental and behavioral health committed to finding the most effective solutions to help children, families and young adults overcome obstacles and live successfully. Working through direct services, partnerships with innovative public agencies and advocacy, we collaborate to bring positive change to child welfare, children’s mental health and justice systems. Our 4,500 employees serve more than 43,000 children and young adults in more than 100 locations in 27 states and the District of Columbia. Youth Villages has been recognized by the Harvard Business School and U.S. News & World Report and was identified by The White House as one of the nation’s most promising results-oriented nonprofit organizations.
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FROM WISHLISTS TO SMILES
NEARLY 1,800 YOUTH ACROSS WEST TENNESSEE RECEIVE AN UNFORGETTABLE HOLIDAY
The Holiday Heroes campaign has helped children and families in West Tennessee for nearly 20 years by connecting corporate and community volunteers to fulfill the holiday wishlists of local youth. This year, nearly 1,800 West Tennessee youth in our residential campuses and community-based programs received gifts and winter necessities through the annual campaign. Hundreds of shoppers, sponsors and volunteers made this season extra special.
This year’s presenting sponsor, C.H. Robinson, contributed $ 15,000, fulfilled wishlists for 50 youth and sorted gifts in Santa’s workshop.
Dogwood residential campus held their annual Holiday Heroes unwrapping party. Aiden received everything on his wishlist, including a portable video game and leather jacket
As this year’s Miracle Maker Sponsor, Strategic Online Systems ensured that any remaining gifts were purchased.
“C.H. Robinson is proud to support Youth Villages’ mission to help children, families and young adults reach their full potential,” said John Strange, C.H. Robinson’s director of strategic accounts. “Holiday Heroes is a perfect way for our team to get involved and make a difference during the holidays.”
On Dec. 18, the Dogwood campus hosted its annual Holiday Heroes unwrapping party where 88 young people opened gifts and sang Christmas carols. Among them was 16-yearold Aiden, whose excitement was unmistakable as he tore into his presents. His favorite activity on campus is drumming, a passion he proudly describes. “It helps me calm down, and I’m the best drummer,” he said.
Aiden performed during the holiday party, alongside seven other youth from the IKENGA team, part of Youth Villages’ West African therapeutic drumming program. This year, Aiden’s gifts included a leather jacket, a portable charger, Pokémon gear and a video game console.
“I was amazed I got everything I asked for,” he said. “I’m grateful because I know some don’t have anything at all.”
Rehearsing for the holiday show, capturing memories in photos and meeting new people were among Aiden’s favorite moments from the celebration. The Dogwood Holiday Heroes unwrapping party was made possible
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LIFESET GIVES SHARON MICHELLE A PURPOSE TO LIVE
The teenage years are a tough time for most young people to handle. In her younger teens, Sharon Michelle faced more uphill climbs than many her age. She lived in three different homes, exposed to substance use and required to follow strict rules. She was never allowed to make friends, attend after-school activities and get a job, all the things her peers enjoyed.
The LifeSet program empowered Sharon Michelle to overcome her challenges and build a brighter future for herself.
The trauma she suffered took away her hope for a promising future. “I believed when I turned 18, I was going to run away and disappear,” Sharon Michelle said.
CHANGES, ABUSE LED TO A DARK TIME
The challenges for Sharon Michelle started just before middle school when she lived with her mother who abused drugs. As a result, she was removed and placed with her grandfather. During her time there, she never enrolled or attended school.
Two years later, Sharon Michelle moved again, this time to live with her father, and re-enrolled in school. Despite missing the previous two years of school, she was placed in eighth grade.
“I kept myself reading those two years,” Sharon Michelle said. “Reading was how I got through a lot of things.”
The time in her father’s home quickly turned downhill due to substance use by her father and stepmother. Arguments broke out, and their anger frequently spilled over to Sharon Michelle.
“It got to the point where it was no longer just emotional abuse,” Sharon Michelle said. “They had gotten physical with each other. Over time, they began to get physical with me.”
At school, Sharon Michelle was a good student but was only allowed to attend class and nothing else. Her father made her come home immediately after school every day.
Finally, she talked with her school counselor who encouraged her to contact Child Protection Services. She did, but after CPS came by the home, the situation got worse. Friction in the home grew.
“It was a toxic household,” Sharon Michelle said. “I had been in a dark place for some time. Those suicidal thoughts came back that day, and I was taken to a medical facility.”
LIFESET OFFERS
SHARON MICHELLE A NEW OUTLOOK
After her time at the medical facility, Sharon Michelle was referred to Youth Villages’ LifeSet program, and Erna Sveinsdottir became her specialist. LifeSet is a program that helps young people who have lived experience in foster or kinship care have a successful journey into adulthood.
The challenges, though, didn’t end. Sharon Michelle’s father and stepmother were against her specialist coming to the home, and Sharon Michelle still struggled with suicidal ideation.
“I was so mentally drained and depressed from living there, I had no motivation to do school at all,” Sharon Michelle said. “I was scared to leave because I couldn’t just tell them.”
LifeSet helps young people as they transition to adulthood by teaching life skills, goal setting, help in finding a job and housing, budgeting and more. With encouragement from Erna, Sharon Michelle moved out of her father’s home to a new place where she started working on her plan of finishing high school and attending college.
After her move, Sharon Michelle achieved her first goal: she graduated high school as an honor roll student and enrolled in nursing school.
LifeSet also taught Sharon Michelle, now 19, how to take better care of herself. After no doctor visits for five years, Erna helped Sharon Michelle arrange more than 40 appointments to catch up on her health.
“I’ve worked on taking care of myself more,” Sharon Michelle said. “No one had taught me those things, but Ms. Erna did. She always reminds me to take a day for myself.”
Aside from goal setting, LifeSet helped Sharon Michelle gain self-confidence. She has the courage to set boundaries with others and be more assertive. Most of all, she is happy.
“Before LifeSet, I would look at myself, and I was disgusted,” Sharon Michelle said. “I felt unworthy of living. Being in LifeSet, it gave me a new purpose, a reason to live.”
Now, Sharon Michelle is in her second semester of nursing school and doing well in her classes. She is a LifeSet Scholar, which provides additional support of a mentor to go along with her specialist.
“LifeSet has given me multiple reasons to live,” Sharon Michelle said. “They have done so much for me that it’s hard to put into words. I had nothing; now I have so much.”
For more information on LifeSet, scan the QR code or visit youthvillages.org/lifeset.
Sharon Michelle and her LifeSet specialist, Erna Sveinsdottir.
In January, West Tennessee Development honored mentors and mentees with a month full of celebrations and activities.
MENTORING MATTERS
Through the Chris Crye Mentoring Program, you can become a powerful, positive force in the life of a child. When you commit to mentoring a child in Youth Villages’ care in West Tennessee, you might become the first positive role model that youth has ever had. The program aims to help as many young people as possible develop their abilities, talents and potential.
The benefits of Youth Villages’ mentoring program:
CONSISTENT ADULT
It’s important to have a consistent adult in a child’s life and to know what is expected of them to succeed. A mentor can help ensure these valuable life lessons are being taught so children do not make any mistakes along the way.
DIRECTION FOR THE YOUTH
Mentors play a crucial role in guiding the young people in our care, empowering them to achieve their goals and build successful futures.
GAIN VALUABLE SKILLS
The program helps young people acquire vital skills and knowledge that will enable them to become independent and self-reliant adults.
CREATE A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
Mentees benefit from a nurturing environment, where they can learn from both their experiences and others’. The program also provides practical advice, guidance and encouragement to support their growth and success.
CAREER AND ACADEMIC GUIDANCE
Youth Villages’ Chris Crye Mentoring Program provides an opportunity for young people to explore new interests, activities and careers where they receive guidance from experienced mentors. With your support, mentors can open doors to new opportunities, providing young people with valuable insight beyond their environment.
The Chris Crye Mentoring Program at Youth Villages is a great way to give back to the community and make a difference in young people’s lives. Ready to make an impact? Scan the QR code to get started!
For more information on the Chris Crye Mentoring Program, scan the QR code to the right.
YOUTH VILLAGES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF CHAFEE
Chafee, the federal funding stream that provides services to young adults who age out of foster care, now includes additional funds to receive post-secondary education and job training.
Young people who age out of foster care services at 18 experience serious challenges as they make their way in adulthood. Providing support, opportunity and resources for them is a core mission of Youth Villages and our supporters.
Youth Villages LifeSet, extension of foster care and independent living programs were in Washington, D.C., to take part in a celebration of the 25th anniversary of federal support for current and former foster youth through the John H. Chafee Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood program.
Thirty-five young people from 13 national organizations went to D.C. for two days of meetings themed: Our Voices, Our Vision — Policy Solutions. Young people advocated for a focus on healing, lifelong family connections and increased economic opportunities. The event was sponsored by the Journey to Success Campaign and partnering organizations, including Youth Villages. The young people are part of multigenerational advocacy that has brought about support and funding for former foster youth. In 1999, young people were influential in the passage of the John H. Chafee
U.S. Senator Charles Grassley (R-Iowa), founder and chair of the Senate Caucus on Foster Care, speaks to young people and advocates.
Foster Care Program for Successful Transition to Adulthood. Funded by $143 million in 2024, the Chafee program is still the primary federal funding stream that states use to provide services to young adults who age out of foster care systems.
The Chafee program now includes additional funding for young adults to receive post-secondary education and job training. The National Youth in Transition (NYTD) database that collects information and outcomes on youth and young adults currently or formerly in foster care is also funded by the Chafee program.
U.S. Senator Charles Grassley (R-Iowa), founder and chair of the Senate Caucus on Foster Care, and U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn), caucus member, spoke to the young people.
Grassley traced his decades of advocacy for foster youth to one young staff member, named Sarah,
who had been adopted and brought foster care issues to his attention.
“Your advocacy is very important,” Grassley told the young people.
“My inspiration to work on these issues came from young people who experienced foster care, and you continue to inspire me today.”
He said the Senate Caucus on Foster Care began in 2008 to create an avenue for youth advocacy and bipartisan collaboration on these issues.
“We’ve been very successful in getting things done,” Grassley said. “But there are some issues we still need to work on.”
Youth Villages is advocating for an increase in Chafee funding to ensure all 50 states can expand services to former foster youth to 21. Other bills would extend services to 26, an age when most parents are still providing financial support to their children.
As Backpack Heroes, we have the power to ensure every student in our programs begin the school year with the supplies and confidence they need to thrive. Together, we can make this year’s drive the most impactful yet!
Join us in spreading the joy of learning and supporting the next generation. Let’s build a brighter future, one backpack at a time!
youthvillages.org/backpacks
Reach out to Chloe Alexander at chloe.alexander@youthvillages.org to learn how to make a lasting impact on students in need.
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by campus sponsor Southern Security, which not only sponsored the party but also shopped for 28 Dogwood campus youth.
Throughout November and December, additional partners ensured every child’s holiday wishes were met by hosting community events. Memphis Pride Cheer made an impact by hosting performances for 24 youth and showcasing their routines and skills for loved ones, while giving back to the community.
In December, the University of Memphis Athletics Department held a gift-wrapping party. More than 60 student-athletes and athletics staff cleared their busy schedules to shop and wrap gifts for more than 50 youth.
“These student-athletes show up for us and help spread joy to children in our programs,” said Marcie Mulhern, director of development for Youth Villages West Tennessee. “Having the student-athletes shop for the children and youth makes it extra special, while also emphasizing the impact of the Youth Villages and University of Memphis Athletics partnership.”
Thank you to C.H. Robinson and all sponsors, volunteers and shoppers for making this holiday season magical for families and youth!
Amen shows off one of his favorite gifts.
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
RUNNING FOR A LARGER PURPOSE
A ONE-TIME FUNDRAISER TURNS INTO A LIFETIME RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUTH VILLAGES FOR JOHN AND AMY LINTHICUM.
How did you become involved with Youth Villages?
Amy: In 1982, we were asked to do a fundraiser for Memphis Area Association of Realtors. At the time, Memphis Boystown was facing challenges with funding, so we selected them as the beneficiary. We tossed around ways we could fundraise, and we decided to do a road race. They were becoming popular at the time and others at MAAR knew I ran, so they supported the idea. Our idea for a road race has blossomed over the past 40 years from where we started to where we are today with the YV5K. This fall will mark the 43rd year of the race and I am glad to still play a role in the race.
What do you think sets Youth Villages apart in its work?
Amy: Youth Villages has established itself as one of the best in the field. They’re recognized, they’re accredited and the growth has been amazing. Pat [Lawler] has always been thinking outside the box, thinking ahead and envisioning what Youth Villages could do to serve children more. During my first time serving on the board after the first road race, I can recall when Pat started research on how Youth Villages’ work was affecting children. He started following up with youth after they were discharged from the program. Nothing like that was going on at the time. Youth Villages has always been at the forefront of seeing what the need is for youth and families and striving to meet that need. We’ve been impressed by that over the
years. We always compare the growth of Youth Villages with the growth of Crye-Leike Realtors, and both have made great strides since the 1980s. We’ve been involved since then, and it’s been a great thing.
Why do you support Youth Villages through your philanthropic investment?
John: We know our financial contributions are going to a good cause. We know we’re helping children; their families; and the programs Youth Villages provides. We have seen what Youth Villages has done over the years, and it continues to grow. It’s easy to give when you see what Youth Villages is doing for children and families. We see our investment helping to provide a great future for children. It’s a no-brainer for us to support Youth Villages financially. In addition to contributing financially and by supporting the YV5K, we mentored youth through the Chris Crye Mentoring Program. We also continue to attend other events hosted by Youth Villages. Everything we have done with Youth Villages has enriched our lives.
How would you encourage others to become involved with Youth Villages?
John: It’s not hard to get people excited about supporting Youth Villages. They offer so many opportunities for involvement. You can run with the youth during the YV5K and Runners Club. You can become a mentor. You can volunteer during a recreation activity. You can support their events and campaigns. It doesn’t matter how you get involved, once you’re involved from a personal standpoint, philanthropy naturally follows. There are a lot of ways to give. And when you give, what you receive in return is so much more.
Amy and John celebrating the 42nd annual YV5K.
CN Police, Children’s Zone sponsor of the YV5K, teaches kids and family rail safety.
WEST TENNESSEE CHAMPIONS FOR CHILDREN
JULY 1 – DEC. 31, 2024
INNOVATOR
$100,000+
Anonymous
The Assisi Foundation of Memphis
Mike and Marian Bruns
Crews Family Foundation
FedEx Corporation
Mr. Mike Forbis
Bill and Amy Rhodes
Dr. and Mrs. William West
Youth Villages
Employee Giving
*If you made a contribution during this time (above $1,000) but it is not listed, please call 901-251-4813.
VISIONARY
$50,000 to $99,999
Paul K. Brothers Jr.
Rev Living Trust
Edward J. Dobbs Grantor Trust
Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson
Memphis Tomorrow
Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
TAG Truck Center
PILLAR
$25,000 to $49,999
Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Earl
First Horizon Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. D. Bryan Jordan
LEADER
$10,000 to $24,999
Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Aceto
Mr. and Mrs. Mark R. Allen
Burchenal Family Foundation
Lynn Crum
Mr. Jake Elliott
Bill and Jill Giles
Goodlett Foundation
Institute of Real Estate
Management Memphis Chapter
Konica Minolta
Business Solutions
Mr. and Mrs. Myron Mall
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Martin
Mr. and Mrs. Richard McKinley
Memphis Grizzlies
Charitable Foundation
Ms. Ann M. Mullis
Southern Security
Federal Credit Union
Strategic Online Systems
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Upp
Ms. Sandra Watson
Mrs. Mary L. Williams
PROTECTOR
$5,000 to $9,999
Anonymous AutoZone
Boyle Investment Company
Confluent Strategies
Crye-Leike Realtors, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Peyton Dodson
Evolve Bank & Trust
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Mr. and Mrs. Jay Harvill
Mr. Jamere Jackson
Mr. and Mrs. E. Carl Krausnick
Memphis Pride Cheer
Mr. and Mrs. Chris McLemore
Ring Container Technologies
Milton Smith
State of Tennessee
Mr. and Mrs. John Straton, Jr.
Ticket to Dream Foundation
Mrs. Ann Vining
William Watkins
Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
Mr. and Mrs. Spence Wilson
BUILDER
$1,000 to $4,999
Abell Family String Scholarship Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Allen
Allen & Hoshall
Kent and Tamarah Anderson
Mr. Matthew Bailey
John and Kathy Blose
The Canale Foundation, Inc.
CH Robinson
Judge and Mrs. Robert L. Childers
Benjamin and Pamela Clements
Mr. Mark Cunningham
Delta Asset Management, LLC
Karen Drewery-Kerkove
Enterprise Holdings, LLC
Eutopia Color & Extension Specialty Salon
Mr. Spencer Fullen
Ms. Natalie Garnett
Mr. Andrew Gibbs
Tanner Gordon
Mr. Kevin Graham
Mr. Wyeth Greene and
Dr. Melody Greene
Mrs. Ruby Hancock
Trey Hankins
Susanne Hiegel
The Human Fund
International Paper Corporation
Gregory and Brienne Jackson
Pamela Jackson
Jeffers Enterprises, Inc.
Mr. Nathaniel Landau
Mr. and Mrs. Danny Lee
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Levingston
Linkous Construction Co., Inc.
Littler Mendelson Foundation
Magnolia Homes
McWaters & Associates Realtors
Mr. and Mrs. Logan Meeks
Memphis Title Company
Michael Morton
Mr. Kurt A. Nelson
Paypal Giving Fund
Ms. Valerie Peavy
Pfizer
Pinnacle Bank
Power & Telephone
Supply Company
Mrs. Carol Prentiss
Mr. John Price
Jordan & Katherine Purdham
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Rosas
Ms. Linda Ross
Mrs. Sandra Rutledge
Ray and Erin Schultz
Henry Schweizer
Shoemaker Financial
The Smith Family Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Bradley Snider
Megan Sousoulas
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Steepleton
Staci Taylor
Telugu Association of Memphis
James Todd
United Way of the Mid-South
The UPS Store - Kirby Parkway
UPS Store #0614
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Waddell
Walmart #5043
The Walter Goga Fund
Mr. Thomas Wicinski
Sophie Wilson
Workplace Furniture
FRIEND
$500 to $999
America’s Local Independent Charities of America
Emi Bob-Manuel
Mr. and Mrs. Alex Boggs
Mrs. and Mr. John Bookas
Ron Brown
Heather Brucks
Jacob Buckelew
Carmel Verrier
Cigna
Data Facts, Inc.
Ms. Tamika Dearman
Mr. Chris Evans
TAG employees at the Career Expo, which provides an insight into different career paths for youth on campus.
Mr. John Gavin
Ms. Michelle Glazer
Melinda Gomez
Matt and Kait Goudreau
Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Groves
Hadonica’s Photography
Mr. and Mrs. William Hamic
Hadonica Hamilton
Erskin Hubbard
Kroger
Mid-South Area Business Travel Association
Ms. Anne Nesta
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Parker
Mr. and Mrs. Sid Phadke
Mike and Nina Pietrangelo
Jonathan Price
Realty Title and Escrow Co., Inc.
Stacia Rosatti
Ms. Joyce Sealand
Stone Creek Solutions
Mrs. Dabney Wellford
Mr. and Mrs. Jon Wright
Henry Wynn
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
901 FC
Alston Construction
Amazon
Arlington Chamber
Commerce
Baptist Health Sciences
University
Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce
Bartlett Police
Charitable Foundation
Bartlett Police Department
BDO - Memphis
Bellevue Baptist Church
Beta Alpha Psi
Bioventus LLC
Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Tennessee
Blues City Thrift
Boyle Investment Company
Brim’s Snack Foods
Bryan Realty Group
C.H. Robinson
Calvary Church
CamKuy Group
CarMax Germantown
CarMax Memphis
Carnival Memphis
Caesar’s Wine and Liquor
Centerline
Chick-fil-A Shoppes at Bartlett
City Gear, LLC
CN Railway
Cockrum Community Church
Coldwell Banker
- Collins Maury
Collierville Chamber of Commerce
Crosstown Brewing Co.
Crye-Leike Realtors, Inc.
Cummins
Data Facts, Inc.
DHL International
Dixon Gallery and Gardens
Excelsior Grand Chapter
OES TN PHA
Evolve Bank & Trust
F&F Construction, Inc.
FedEx
FedEx Express Global
Engineering Information
Systems
Fleet Feet Sports
Flowers Baking Co. of Batesville
French Truck Coffee
Fullview M.B. Church
Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce
Good Winds Landscape & Garden Center
Gould’s Academy
Grind City Brewing Co.
Holy Apostles Episcopal Church
Hope Church
House On the Rock Church
Huey’s
IG Design Group Americas, Inc.
IREM Memphis Chapter
JAMAC Logistics
Clyde Johnson
Family and Friends
Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson
Kele, Inc.
Kiwanis Club of Bartlett
Kiwanis Club of Northeast
Shelby County
KPMG LLP
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce
Littler Mendelson Foundation
LRK, Inc.
Macy’s Wolfchase
Memphis Area Association of Realtors
Memphis Environmental Field Office
Memphis Midtown Rotary Club
Memphis National Golf Club
Memphis Pride Cheer
Millington Naval Base
Moore Tech
Mt. Pisgah CME Church
NexAir
Nike, Inc.
Northeast Shelby County
Kiwanis Club
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Novel Memphis
Old Navy
Patrick Accounting
Pepsi Americas
Perfecto Staffing
Pfizer, Inc.
Pinnacle Bank
Playhouse on the Square
Prairie Farms Dairy
Promise Land Church -
Memphis
Raymond James
Reid Realtors
Rhodes College Athletics
Ring Container Technologies
Shelby Farms Park
Signet
Simonton Assembly of God
Sister Supply
Skool of Artistic Revelation -SOAR
Southern College of Optometry
Southern Security
Federal Credit Union
SouthWorth
Capital Management
St. Francis Hospital
Strategic Online Systems
Stryker Corporation
Sysco Memphis LLC
TAG Truck Center
TCAT Memphis
Ticket to Dream Foundation
Total Quality Logistics
- Memphis
Trinity Baptist Church
University of Memphis Athletics
University of Tennessee Health
Science University
Varsity Spirit Corporation
Volunteer Odyssey
Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
Weather Geeks of Memphis
White Door Events
Whole Foods
Williams Holding Company –
Duncan Williams
HONORARIUMS
Dimitri Alekos
Felicia Morris
Patrick Allen
Mr. Ann M. Mullis
Hilda Arsenault
Mr. and
Mrs. Patrick Steepleton
Carol Bakowicz
Zoe Hearn
David Hardin
Heather Poulin
Christyne (Chris) Hill
Ron Brown
Bill Lawler
Mevin Key
Pat Lawler
Judge and Mrs. Robert L. Childers
John and Kathy Blose
Laura Rosas
Maureen Myers
Shelby Hue Terry
Milton Smith
MEMORIALS
Elizabeth Andrew
Mr. Thaddeus Nowak
Jon Bargiacchi
Ms. Elyzabethe Riley
Judge Joyce Broffitt
Mrs. Anne Borst
Armando Castroverde
Mr. And Mrs. Van Criswell
Anna Harrelson
Anne Coggin
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Leduc
James Andrew Dabney
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Stevens
Emma Dooley
Nina Patton
Carolyn J. Horton
Mr. and Mrs. C. David Gichner
Mrs. Logan
Crye-Leike Realtors, Inc.
Marcella Pasierb
Crye-Leike of Arkansas, Inc.
Carrie Porter
Mrs. Janice Plummer
International Paper Corporation
Jim Schorr
Ms. Linda Ross
Shashikala
Pfizer
THANK YOU
2024 HOLIDAY HEROES SPONSORS
Presenting Sponsor
Miracle Maker Sponsor
Christmas Day Sponsors Workshop Sponsor
Holiday Celebration Sponsors
Holiday Volunteer Engagement Sponsors
Holiday Shopping Partners (40 or More)
Holiday Shopping Partners (20 or More)
Holiday Shopping Partners (10 or More)
Holy Apostles Episcopal Church
Clyde Johnson’s Family & Friends
Toy Drive Partners
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Financially support Youth Villages; give monthly or annually, donor-advised fund and foundation gifts
Marcie Mulhern, Director of Development of West Tennessee marcie.mulhern@youthvillages.org | 901-251-4813
Fundraising events
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Youth Villages is a private nonprofit that serves more than 43,000 children and their families each year from the following cities and states:
Alabama: Auburn
Arizona: Phoenix
Arkansas: Fayetteville, Little Rock
Florida: Lakeland
Georgia: Atlanta, Douglasville
Indiana: Bloomington, Columbus, Indianapolis
Kentucky: Lexington, Louisville
Louisiana: Metairie
Maine: Portland
Massachusetts: Boston, Marlborough, Springfield, Raynham, Woburn
Mississippi: Biloxi, Greenwood, Hattiesburg, Hernando, Jackson, Meridian, Tupelo
New Hampshire: Manchester, Plymouth
North Carolina: Asheville, Boone, Charlotte, Fayetteville, Greensboro, Greenville, Louisburg, Raleigh-Durham, Waynesville, Wilmington
Ohio: Dayton, Worthington
Oklahoma: Oklahoma City, Tulsa
Oregon: Bend, Portland, Salem
South Carolina: Columbia, Rock Hill
Rhode Island: Providence
Tennessee: Chattanooga, Clarksville, Columbia, Cookeville, Dickson, Dyersburg, Jackson, Johnson City, Knoxville, Memphis, Morristown, Nashville, Paris
Washington, D.C.