PRESIDENT & CEO
K . Blake Horne
Photography by Grace O ’ Connor .
“ Mary Ellen ’ s Hearth provides housing for women and their children who are homeless in the River Region . Family homelessness is the second leading cause of children entering the foster care system behind abuse and neglect . When a child enters foster care , there is a 50-percent chance they will grow up in foster care . That ’ s extremely difficult for the child ’ s life course and their descendants , and extremely expensive for taxpayers . Mary Ellen ’ s Hearth intervenes upon what often becomes a multi-generational issue of poverty and child welfare for our community .”
EMBRACE ALABAMA KIDS
Mission : In response to God ’ s Word , we embrace and nurture vulnerable children and families by providing homes , healing and hope .
Background : In 1890 , the Alabama Methodist Orphanage was founded in Summerfield , Alabama , and today is Embrace Alabama Kids . With homes and program offices located throughout the state , we ’ ve become one of Alabama ’ s most vital child welfare resources . We provide children , youth and families who have suffered from abuse and neglect with a safe home , nutritious meals , a spiritual foundation and an education — everything they need to heal physically , emotionally and spiritually . Through our Montgomery-based ministry , Mary Ellen ’ s Hearth , we provide housing and support for women and children experiencing homelessness to help them transition to an independent and safe environment where they can live successful , purpose-filled lives .
UPCOMING EVENTS : Fall 2023 Christmas Campaign
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4001 Carmichael Road , Suite 235 , Montgomery / 205-837-0141 / embracealkids . org