What a magical evening of fun for a cause at the Magic for Miracles fundraiser benefitting Defend the Fatherless. The night was filled with talent from magicians Bryan Saint and Jack Kelly. The show which was put on by a variety of community groups, left the audience in complete amazement!
Read MoreBetween a coffee meet up, weekly bible studies, a Q&A session with an officer, a volunteer appreciation party and of course regular meetings at the York County Foster Closet, March was a busy month at Defend the Fatherless. Read more about what we have been up to in our monthly newsletter.
Read MoreWe were feeling all the love in February. From lots of laughs over coffee to a special Valentine's bible study and of course a room full of smiles at Respite Night, our hearts are saying goodbye to February very full.
Read MoreIn honor of Valentine’s Day, Defend the Fatherless hosted our 2nd annual Respite Night. Children enjoyed an evening of Chick-fil-A eating, Lego building, movie watching fun while parents had a much needed night off.
Read MoreEach year Defend the Fatherless with the help of our generous community collects gift cards for children in York County who find themselves in foster care during the holiday season. This year were were able to make a huge impact as we helped provide Christmas gifts to 182 children.
Read MoreJuly was a busy month as we geared up for our Back 2 School Bash. Shoe wishes were collected from children in York County who are in Foster Care. Shoes, socks, backpacks and school supplies were collected and finally, everyone came together for a great big celebration. It was a true community effort and for that we are greatful.
Read MoreOn May 22, 2022 we were finally, after many years of prayer able to officially open our doors at our brand new stand alone space.
Read MoreDo you feel like you aren’t Enough? That you aren’t Equipped? Are you overwhelmed? Feeling Unsure? Be encouraged as you read Beth’s story of how she is learning to relinquish control and live in the peace only the Lord can provide.
Read MoreThe children I serve as a GAL probably won’t remember me when they’re older, but hopefully their lives will be better off because I gave my time and energy to their case. I continue to pray for each and every child that I’ve been involved with through the GAL program and I thank God that I read that article 10 years ago and that I’m finally getting the privilege of serving such amazing children as a Guardian Ad Litem.
Read MoreEven though we haven’t always been able to make sense of the things happening around us, God has been by our side every step of the way and has been orchestrating this beautiful mess-of-a-life we are living. This process has led us to meeting some of the most amazing and most resilient human beings. It has also led us to our greatest blessing, our greatest joy, and our little piece of heaven on this planet earth.
Read MoreWe C.A.R.E. and here is how you can show you CARE too.
Read MoreWe are thankful for all who entered into our story as we celebrated our fifth year birthday. It truly was a community effort and through the generosity of many we have faith that 2021 will be our year to move into our stand alone space.
Read MoreThe Hope for the Journey conference, previously Empowered to connect is coming to Rock Hill, SC April 17, 2021.
Read MoreWe hit the ground running in January as we hand delivered two adoption grants and had a five year follow up interview with CN2 News. February will be an exciting month as we prepare to celebrate our fifth birthday. Be sure to follow us on social medial so you don’t miss out on the fun.
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