The Presbyterian Home for Children makes a real difference in the community with its mission of helping moms and kids! I've known the President since I was a teenager. When he asked me to help with some projects, I was excited to lend a hand! I know he and his entire team work hard to make a major impact on the lives of the residents!
As a Board of Trustees member (volunteer), I have seen first-hand, and am impressed with, the staff's leadership, care and concern for all of the children and their caregivers enrolled in the network of family services the Home provides. The fiduciary responsibility of the leadership is admirable, ethical, and focuses every dollar to enhance the lives of those in need who come to the Home. I cannot overstate the professionalism and positivity of the staff, as well as the positive difference the Home is making in the lives of the children and families who are fortunate enough to receive its services.
My employer NSE recently had a minibus that they we were no longer in need of. One of my responsibilities as Finance Supervisor is to sale our company vehicles that have been turned in due managers receiving renewal. We generally post them internally for our associates to bid on. This particular posting I had no bidders. When this happens, I reach out to some of my outside sources to see if they are interested. But for some reason I felt differently about this vehicle...with the joint effort from my colleagues & the VP of the company, we all started thinking what about a nonprofit organization we could donate the bus to. The wheel started spinning and I remembered Stephani Burton worked for the Chamber of Commerce in Talladega, so I contacted them, and they told me she was working at the Presbyterian Home for Children. It was like a light went off...I knew right away this was the bus's new home! I contacted Stephani Burton, and she put me in contact with Suzanne Cornett. They were so thrilled to be offered such a gift and shared with me how it would be beneficial in so many areas the home provides aide for. They took possession of the bus on October 9th! I was such an amazing day we were able to meet with some of the students and staff there. It is so amazing what an impact the organization has in the community with all their resources to help families and children thrive. I commend the excellent work Stephani Burton, Doug Marshall and Suzanne Cornett are doing there. It's folks like them that make this world a better place to live in despite life's challenges! They are so giving...after we delivered the bus, they visited the company again to speak to some of our employees about what the Presbyterian Home does as a whole and what it means to them to help! Phenomenal Team!
The Presbyterian Home is a wonderful place to volunteer at! There are so many opportunities from cleaning, planting, organizing, washing vehicles, and campus events. I have volunteered for the Annual Alumni Day, I truly enjoyed seeing former residents and their family return to the Home!
I have reviewed the mission and operations of the Children’s Home and found it to be exemplary. When visiting the campus, I observed the care and compassion of the staff. The community involvement demonstrates the spirit of the home’s mission and dedication of the organization to fulfill its mission.
I know that this is a great place for volunteers to come and work around the campus and you can see the results of thing that they have done and place looks great. They do a great job. It makes a place for the residents to be proud to call home.
PHFC has meant so much to our church and our community. It truly embodies the Gospel-led service that Jesus preaches about in the Bible!
My name is Charles Hoard and I am the Minister to Students at First Baptist Church in Zebulon, GA. Our students have volunteered at the Presbyterian Home for Children every summer for the past five years. We have fallen in love with the staff at PHFC and look forward to serving with them each year! PHFC ministers to all who come through their doors with the love of Christ. We are so honored to be able to serve alongside such a pillar in the Talladega community. The assistance PHFC provides these communities is invaluable. We thank God for PHFC and all of the staff who serve there!
We have known of the Presbyterian Home for Children since very early days from conversations with our parents and relatives. Over the years the children and staff of Presbyterian Home have visited our church on special occasions. Throughout our adult life we have supported its work with our prayers, household goods to the Thrift Store, and financial gifts. The love and nurture of families and children over the years has been a superb witness to its Christian calling. More recently the Union Village tiny house development in partnership with Alabama School for the Deaf and Blind is an excellent outreach expanding the role of safe and secure homes for neighbors of Presbyterian Home for Children. The dedicated and devoted staff are committed to bringing hope to the lives of children and families.
Serving on the Board of Trustees for the Presbyterian Home for Children for the past six years has been one of the most rewarding positions I have ever held. I serve on the Programs Committee and can tell of each program, its goals, and the successes they have achieved. During my service on the Board, I have also learned of the many great needs in Alabama and the Southeast and am grateful for what the Home in all its history has been able to provide. I have learned of the Home’s calling and direction to provide the stable and productive lives that so many lack and crave. The strength of the programs grows with our ever-changing culture. The Home provides a safe and secure place for homeless children and their mothers as well as hope and healing that lead to stories of changed lives for the future. Young women in the Transition to Adult Living have the guidance in education and careers at a time in their lives that launch them into self-reliance and success. Our Family Bridges provides care and guidelines to restore and maintain families when possible. Ascension Leadership Academy is an outstanding school with accolades for student success, teacher performance, and administrative excellence. My heart lives at the Home, and the Home lives in my heart.
I've supported PHFC and its missions for 15 years personally and supported through my church prior to that. The work that the Home does to support children across the state of Alabama is incredibly important! I'm proud to be a donor to PHFC!
It has been a very fulfilling and great experience volunteering for Presbyterian Home for Children. The leadership team's passion for serving the children and families in need is inspiring.
I love what the Presbyterian Home for Children has done for the community of Talladega and for the children in their care. After meeting with Doug, I see how much he cares for the community and the mission of PHFC. What an amazing organization!
PHFC has a strong mission to support, uplift, and change the lives of Alabama youth. It is committed to serving those in need. The CEO, Doug Marshall, brings energy to the organization by demonstrating a true heart for service.
I had the opportunity to have a conversation with their CEO, Doug. Seeing his passion for Presbyterian Home for Children is truly inspiring and the work they are doing for the children and families of Talladega is impactful!
I think that PHFC is a great asset to the community of Talladega. Their heart to serve is evident and inspiring. I highly recommend this organization and stand behind its commitment to care for the vulnerable and share the love of Christ.
The passion PHFC has for people is very apparent upon first meeting the CEO. Doug Marshall is a man filled with a drive and desire to truly impact the lives of children and set them up for a successful life. His work shows in the beauty of this nonprofit, that will stop at nothing in order to find and assist those in need in whatever way they possibly can.
I love what Presbyterian Home for Children does for the community in Talladega, AL. Meeting with the president, Doug, you can see the genuine heart behind the organization and the care these children receive.
The Presbyterian Home for Children is an exceptional haven of care and compassion. The personalized approach to each child's needs, coupled with outstanding educational programs, creates an environment where children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. The sense of community is palpable, making this home a beacon of hope for children in need. Highly recommended for its transformative impact.
PHFC consistently provides support for struggling women, youth, children, and families so they have a better chance at improving their lives, careers, and futures. CEO Doug Marshall has so much passion for changing lives and his enthusiasm is infectious, and I find it so inspiring. Meeting him and understanding his and PHFC’s mission was so valuable for me and my team!
The Presbyterian Home for Children strives to change lives and impact the community. They make a profound difference in young lives through their mission to help children and create a place of hope and transformation. I can highly encourage anyone to volunteer and work with them.
Doug Marshall and his team go above and beyond. To help the people of Talladega and their charity, kindness and willingness to help others exceeds far than any other that we have encountered across the country.
Thank you for everything that y'all do.
The Presbyterian Home for Children is a wonderful place to be. They do so much for people in the Talladega community. It is a very Godly environment. The Presbyterian Home makes people feel like family.
I have been familiar with the Presbyterian Home for Children for much of my life; however, since my retirement several years ago I have been able to volunteer there. During some of those times, such as helping to decorate at Christmas and delivering backpacks at the start of new school years, I have been able to spend time with some of those living on campus - a wonderful experience that always brightens my day. There are wonderful programs / services offered by a truly amazing staff who genuinely care for and about those they serve.
I love volunteering at PHC. They do such good work taking care of at risk and homeless children and their caretakers. From Secure Dwellings to Moderate Care serving young girls ages 13-17, Transition to Adult Living helping young women ages 19-24.
I first encountered the Presbyterian Home in 2015 as a volunteer from a local church. That led to my becoming a donor and, eventually, an employee. The Home's long-term commitment to caring for those who need care continues to impress me. The dedication and prayerful support of the Home's mission by colleagues, donors, and volunteers speaks loudly and proudly to the positive impact on those we serve.
Presbyterian Home for Children is an amazing organization that gives back to others. They all believe in strong relationships and dedication and give 100% of themselves in making a huge difference in the lives of everyone.
I became acquainted with the Presbyterian Home for Children through its involvement with the EAGLE Accreditation Program. Grounded in its faith foundation, this EAGLE-accredited organization is an exceptional example of God’s love in action for the people they serve, in the relationships with their staff and the many ways they partner with others in their community. The leaders and staff are committed to living out their faith values by delivering high quality services while also being good stewards of their resources. We are proud to have the Home as active members of the EAGLE network.
I was first introduced the "The Home" as a volunteer from my church in 2015. As I learned about its mission and ministry I became impressed at the many lives it had touched over its long history.
In the years since, I've come to learn that the Home's ability to serve the at-risk children and families of Alabama so well is due to the God-inspired love of the churches and individuals who consistently support the Home's ministry.
I'm now an employee of the Home, and I have the privilege to share with people throughout the state of Alabama about the Christ-centered, love-focused work done at the Home every day.
I continue to be grateful for the many ways in which God works through this organization.
The Presbyterian Home for Children has been a fantastic nonprofit to work with. I have really enjoyed learning more about the Home and witnessing firsthand the lives changed by their innovative programming that has provided a safe haven for children of all ages and their families for 154 years. I am proud to be a part of this organization and surrounded by staff who lead with a servant's heart.
I have shared in the work of the Home for over 10 years now, as a frequent volunteer and now as a member of the Board of Trustees. PHFC transforms the lives of children and families by offering them hope and helping them walk toward a brighter future. I'm proud to be able to participate in even a small way in the miracles that happen at PHFC on a daily basis.
Presbyterian Home For Children is a wonderful organization whose staff members truly care about the community and the people they serve. My company has been working with them on their new website build, and it has been an absolute joy to get to know their team and see their work every step of the way!
The Presbyterian Home for Children and it's employees are just simply amazing. They help so many people and do so much good in our world. And they have a wonderful legacy of touching so many lives. When you hear stories of people that went to school there in the 50's and even the 40's, you cannot help but smile. I am so proud to say they are a part of my life now.
I have been familiar with the Presbyterian Home for Children since childhood. The organization was an important nonprofit to my late mother and to the Presbyterian church I was raised in. Later in my professional development career, I interacted with PHFC's leadership and staff. More recently, I've worked with them in a development consulting role. Doug Marshall, President/CEO and his team of staff do an excellent job accomplishing the organization's vision and goals of working with the children and families they serve in Alabama. I have found them all to be professional and individuals who really care about making a difference.
The Home provided an absolute amazing “home” for me! I am so grateful for the opportunities it provided: safety, security, belief in what could be if I would apply myself all the while trusting in God’s plans for my life, no longer going hungry, understanding of what family should be, and so much more. So thankful for their ministry.
The PHFC is a wonderful organization that has a dedicated staff and an army of church volunteers who are passionate about the people they serve. They are changing lives and do an amazing job.
I have financially supported PHC for several years, we visited a few years ago for the first bicycle ride (before my New Year 2018 cancer diagnosis). I follow on Facebook and through the newsletters. They are doing God's work, caring for children, youth, mother's, and families. "Let these little ones come to me, and hinder them not." Government Street Presbyterian in Mobile AL are delighted to host groups at our Baytreat property on Mobile and at worship in our sanctuary.
As a pastor, I have been associated with The Presbyterian Home for Children for over 20 years, in one way or another. A few years ago, I was on staff, and I was awed by the professionalism and the commitment of the staff there. They join together as a team, and change the world, one person at a time. There is no doubt that they truly care for the people they serve, and they provide excellent services to help people not only survive terrible circumstances, but to grow and thrive as the individuals and families God wills for them to be. They share God's love in ways that change the world. I am proud to say that I work for them and with them in their mission. I can think of no better non-profit organization.
What a wonderful team to work with. They all have a servants heart and it shows in all they do. I have had the honor of working closely with the management team over the past few years as they updated both programs and practices and it is refreshing to see a group driven to do things the right way! Clear and concise leadership will certainly drive their future success! All the best.
The Presbyterian Home for Children continues to do amazing work serving children and families in our community and demonstrating God's love individually to each of them. I'm very proud of the work done there through the leadership provided by the Board, Doug Marshall & the other teachers, counselor and administrators. This is an organization of excellence.
Russ Lynch
Our group from Cahaba Springs Presbyterian Church has volunteered at PHFC for many years and were able to see the results of the work accomplished there. Many at-risk children grew to be productive citizens.
I grew up in Talladega, and had friends that went to school with me that lived at the Presbyterian Home. Several of the girls would come spend the weekend with my family. Later they rotated churches and came to my church. When I finished college, I interviewed with Mr. Uptain. He asked me to work for a month in the behavioral cottage to see if I was a good fit. I enjoyed working at the Presbyterian Home and Mr. Uptain offered me a job. I declined the job offer and went to work for AIDB where I taught for 28 years. I still had connects over the years with the Presbyterian Home, and have always supported PHC.
Two years ago, I retired and became the Executive Director for the United Way of North Talladega County and met Doug. He and I have worked with the families at the Home.
Last week, a group from Robinson Cottage and staff helped with one of our food distributions. The girls worked and provided fresh produce boxes for 400 families.
I am very proud to have friends that support each other in the nonprofit world.
I am a busy person and choose my charitable affiliations carefully. The Presbyterian Home for Children cares for children who are disadvantaged at no fault of their own. They are often in despair before they come to the Home. For 150 years the Presbyterian Home for Children has been offering God’s love in a safe environment. I am honored to support the talented and caring staff in their mission to help these children and if necessary their families.
After being involved with the Presbyterian Home for Children and the services they provide, I am always in awe relative to their vision for providing needed services for individuals in need. Their services have evolved throughout the past 150 years to address the societal needs of different periods of time. This is a non-profit guided by God to serve individuals and help them become the individuals God intended them to be.
I have interacted with the senior leadership of this terrific organization several times and found them to be genuine caring, fiscally responsible, dedicated to the community and overwhelmingly of great benefit to the children and families they serve. What an amazing organization!
I work for the Presbyterian Foundation and we've written about them a few times. I'm proud to feature them on our web site as a trusted partner. https://www.presbyterianfoundation.org/presbyterian-home-for-children-paves-path-of-hope/
PHFC is an inspiring organization serving children without homes and families in need. The leadership at PHFC is a beacon of light for all the world to see. When you touch the life of a child, you touch the future. Thank you PHFC for being the change in the lives of those people who have connected with PHFC along their life journey. The Presbyterian Foundation is honored to serve the work of PHFC - see attached story from our website. https://www.presbyterianfoundation.org/presbyterian-home-for-children-paves-path-of-hope/.
Many many years ago on my first trip visiting the home I brought a group from our church to volunteer for a weekend.
I was very impressed with what the mission of the home was then and how it continues to adapt to the times and the needs of those it serves.
That weekend we did a few needed projects around the campus and got the pleasure to spend time with the residents as well. It’s great to go volunteer but the time spent with the residents is a blessing! They are so bright, so sweet, and so full of life. I know the residents enjoy the time together but it’s hard to say who really gets more from it, them or us.
This particular time we stayed in one of the cottages that shared a large concrete slab porch with another cottage. And in that other cottage was a family that had just recently moved to the home. I could see the face of a small child peak through the window of the door and when I would look at the child he or she would close the curtain quickly. I saw toys on the porch so I knew the child had to come out to play. This went on for a couple days and in conversation with the then president of the home I mentioned this. He told me that this family had been abused badly by an adult male and the children were extremely afraid of adult males. This was heart breaking to me. Why anyone could do such a thing is what I continued to ask myself.
After that trip to the home it was about a year before I was able to visit again. It just so happened that we stayed in the same cottage again. It would also happen that the same family was living in the cottage across the porch. But things were different than the previous year. This year the children came out of the house, they played with their toys, laughed, and had a good time. They spoke to me and weren’t afraid anymore. They of course didn’t remember me but I remembered them.
I’ve seen first hand what amazing work the home does. I know it isn’t easy but the rewards of helping those in need far outweigh anything else. This is how everyone working at the home and those who volunteer at the home feel.
This home is an amazing place doing amazing things for those it serves.
I’m proud to be affiliated with such a fine Godly bunch.
I have been connected to the Home for over forty years. I served in volunteer capacities for decades prior to joining the board in 2013. I served actively on the board for 6 years and moved into an advisory capacity. I remain in awe of all God continues to do in and through the Home.
The Presbyterian Home for Children has been helping children in Alabama for over 150 years. They have adjusted and moved with the times seeking to serve the most vulnerable at their time of need. This is an excellently run non profit with a mission to serve others in need.
I first came to PHFC 5 years ago as a volunteer on a weekend mission trip with our yeoman work group from Spring Hill Presbyterian Church, Mobile, AL (approx 4 hours from Talladega, AL). After 2 interactive, productive, and fun workdays with some of the residents, staff and fellow volunteers, I returned home to Mobile so enlightened and uplifted by the love and caring that I had felt throughout the entire campus during my time there. I couldn't wait to go back and have done so several times a year with volunteer groups, with my wife, and at times by myself. I'm still volunteering and also serving on the Board of Trustees and making new friends. Needless to say, I'm extremely proud to be involved with this great, caring organization. God Bless the Presbyterian Home For Children.
Presbyterian Home For Children is a wonderful organization dedicated to helping children and their families in need. From the offsite school to the thrift store, PHFC does a great job in stewarding their resources to maximize the impact in both the individuals and the broader community. Located next to the AIDB also gives the PHFC an opportunity to partner with another great Alabama charity to extend their impact even more broadly. I would definitely recommend visiting the home and/or school to see for yourself the impact they have each and every day.
These are amazing people doing God's work! I am thankful to be on the team that supports their website because I see ALL of the GOOD they are doing. They are special!
My experience with Presbyterian Home for Children has been from the employment/HR side with their staff. I'm their HR Consultant and what is clear and evident to me is how much each of the staff members truly have a servant's heart. Specifically, I see how important it is to them that they recruit and retain the best employees that truly do believe in Presbyterian's Home for Children mission and vision. They have also shown through performance how they care for and take care of their own employees by offering competitive benefits and pay practices while carefully balancing their fiduciary responsibilities. Great non-profit!
This is an absolutely stellar organization with a wonderful team. Every team member truly cares for the children and their families.
PHFC is a phenomenal organization. PHFC has top notch staff and leadership totally committed to bettering the lives of children and adults.
This organization acts selflessly to work with children and families who are in need. I am proud to be on the Board of Trustees and to be part of making a difference in their lives.
As a long time Board member and one who is active in other non-profit organizations, I must say that serving the Presbyterian Home for Children gives me the greatest joy and gratification of any volunteer work I can do. The staff is dedicated, educated and committed to excellence. As a professional social worker/therapist in private practice, I recognize quality when I see it.
I have worked with the staff at Presbyterian Home for Children for over 10 years now as a vendor, and I have seen first hand the blood, sweat, and tears that have gone into growing the mission of PHFC. I know so many lives and families have been touched and generations forever changed as a result of the amazing work done by PHFC. Praise God for such an amazing organization.
Alex C.
The Presbyterian Home for Children is such a safe and happy place. The staff and volunteers show God's love to these children and I am so thankful for the work they do!
I am amazed to see true Community take place everyday at the PHFC. I am inspired by the love and care that is felt while on campus as we work to help build Union Village. I commend the leadership and staff and wish them continued Success in caring for God’s Children.
Without a doubt, Presbyterian Home for Children cares about helping people in need. This nonprofit has been in existence since 1868, which is such a commendable accomplishment! PHFC provides a safe place for women and children in crisis and for young girls and young adult women who have experienced neglect and need a safe shelter away from their past trauma.
The nonprofit is led by Doug Marshall (President/CEO), who is the perfect person for this job. Not only does he have the leadership instincts and nonprofit knowledge necessary to lead this nonprofit, he has such a passion for the work they do and the people they help. You can tell he loves his job because he smiles when he has the opportunity to tell someone about PHFC. He's proud of his staff and their hard work, too.
Presbyterian Home for Children is a nonprofit I stand by and believe in.
A few years ago, a woman visiting my church confided in me that she and her children were from another state and were escaping an abusive domestic situation. She told me that she and her children were residing at the Presbyterian Home for Children.
Today she and her children are doing well and the domestic abuse they previously suffered is a distant memory, thanks to the services offered by the Presbyterian Home for Children. This is just one of thousands of stories about lives that have been changed by this necessary ministry for more than a hundred years, and Lord willing, there will be many more.
I have known of the great work of the Presbyterian Home for Children for many years, but it wasn't until I had occasion to work directly with the leadership team of the Home that I realized the expertise and the servant heart it takes to help some of Alabama's most needy children. I have had extensive discussions with their leadership, and I know how much they care for the families they serve and how hard they work. I have experienced domestic violence in my family, and it touches me that if my family weren't blessed with the resources we have, my child and grandchildren could be seeking help at the Home. We are fortunate to have such a resource.