Ways You Can Help
Wish List
The daily needs of children and youth at Methodist Children’s Home are met through the annual budget. These small, daily care items are provided through the Home’s Daily Needs Fund. The Home maintains a “wish list” of larger needs that are not covered by the budget. This list, which is compiled by the direct child care staff, is based on current programming needs.
MCH appreciates contributions to this ministry. If you are interested in making a donation, please review this list of needs. For more information, contact the Development Office at 1-800-853-1272 or by e-mail at: development@methodistchildrenshome.org. Thanks for your support.
While we appreciate the generous spirit of our friends in considering the needs of our children, we do not accept used clothing or items in need of repair.
A "Thank You" next to the item denotes that this need has been met by our generous benefactors.
Wish List for 2007 – 2008
* - denotes priority need
FINE ARTS - $25,000 * - Thank you!
This gift will create a special fund to offset fees not covered in the annual budget for children to participate in music, art and drama programs offered in the community and through the MCH charter school.
COMMUNITY-BASED RECREATION - $25,000 *
This gift will create a special fund to offset fees not covered in the annual budget for children to participate in youth sports leagues, karate, ballet and other community recreation programs.
INTRAMURAL PROGRAM - $17,000 *
This program will provide an opportunity for MCH youth to improve their basketball skills and strengthen their character through Henry Hoops, a proven youth development program offered by Kevin Henry. Coach Henry, a former Baylor University basketball player, will partner with MCH to offer his program on the Waco Campus. This gift will pay for fees, uniforms, equipment and awards.
GRADUATION EXPENSES - $18,000
MCH currently has 43 seniors on the Waco Campus and Boys Ranch. Each student will have the opportunity to purchase senior pictures, invitations, cap and gown and attend graduation events.
WACO CAMPUS
The following are specific needs for the Waco Campus:
Fitness Center - $57,500 ($42,500 commitment received) * -
Thank you!
This $15,000 gift will complete funding for upgraded exercise equipment in order to combat childhood obesity and provide young people with opportunities to develop a healthy lifestyle. A $42,500 commitment toward this project has been received.
Community Service Projects - $2,500 *
This gift will enable the Home to purchase new mowers and other lawn equipment to help residents perform community service in Waco.
Home Sponsors - $8,000 (16 homes @ $500)
The annual budget covers all daily needs for our children. However, there are special items that make a place feel more like home. This gift goes directly to purchase special items chosen by residents and staff.
Gym Improvements - $10,000
This gift will enable the Home to purchase new bleachers for the on-campus gymnasium, which is used for basketball games, special assemblies and other events.
Prom - $5,000
This gift will result in a named sponsorship for the 2008 MCH Prom and provide a variety of items, including tuxedo rentals, refreshments, entertainment and decorations.
Campus BBQ Grills – $4,000 (16 @ $250) – Thank you!
This donation will enable our homes to enjoy the experience of outdoor grilling and provide opportunities for residents to learn an important life skill.
Pool Tables - $6,000 (3 @ $2,000)
This gift will enable MCH to purchase pool tables to serve youth in three homes on the Waco Campus.
BOYS RANCH
The following are specific needs for the Boys Ranch:
Community Service Projects – $2,500 * - Thank you!
This gift will enable the Ranch to purchase a single-axle trailer ($1,000) and other lawn equipment ($1,500), including weed eaters, leaf blowers, pressure washer, chain and extension saws to assist with community service projects.
Recreation - $15,000 – Thank you!
This gift will provide a variety of recreation supplies, including camping, fishing, softball and exercise equipment and indoor games.
Equestrian Program - $3,000 - Thank you!
This gift will provide saddles ($2,500 / 5 @ $500) and a horse dummy ($500) for youth in the equestrian program.
Letter Jackets ($5,000) - Thank you!
Residents at the Boys Ranch demonstrate leadership through the FFA, 4H and basketball, and they regularly receive awards for their work and service. Ranch staff will presents jackets for FFA ($2,250 / 30 @ $75), 4H ($750 / 10 @ $75) and basketball ($2,000 / 20 @ $100)
FCA Camp Sponsor - $4,000 – Thank you!
This gift will pay the fees to send eight youth and four staff members to FCA camps that promote leadership and spiritual development.
TRANSITION SERVICES - $32,000
The Home’s transition services department provides support for former residents, ages 18-25, as they attend college or join the workforce. This gift will enable the Home to purchase laptops for high school graduates and former residents for educational purposes.
OUTREACH OFFICES - $15,000 – Thank you!
This gift will support the Tyler Drug Court.
