Boys & Girls Haven

TEE UP FOR A GREAT CAUSE! The Ancient Order Of Hibernians Irish for Kids Golf Scramble is coming up on September 18, 2026, at 1:30 PM, and we’re looking for businesses and supporters to help make this event a success! For just $250, you can sponsor a hole and show your support for Boys & Girls Haven while getting your business or organization in front of golfers and supporters throughout the event. Each hole sponsor will be recognized on one of the tee boxes. Sponsors can choose to have their company or organization name featured, or they can sponsor a hole in memory or honor of a loved one. Ready to sponsor a hole? Reach out to Rob at rfallahay@mercer-trans.com or call 502-262-8192 with any questions or to secure your sponsorship. #irishforkids #GolfForGood #HoleSponsor #BoysAndGirlsHaven #SupportLocalKids #golfscramble #communitysupport

A heartfelt thank you to Jeanne-Marie Rogers and the team at Baird for their generosity in collecting back-to-school supplies and everyday essentials for our youth. 🙏 If you'd like to make a difference, you can help year-round by purchasing much-needed items from our Amazon Wish List: https://lnkd.in/ejrfhsA9 Every donation, big or small, helps ensure our youth have the resources they need to learn, grow, and thrive.

Last month, several youth from Boys & Girls Haven’s Transitional Living Program attended the 2026 Youth Empowerment Conference hosted by Kentucky RISE in Lexington. The two-day event brought together youth in care and caregivers from across the state for learning, connection, and personal growth. Conference highlights included inspiring keynote presentations from Miss Kentucky and author/content creator Chaya Milchtein, a screening of Their Truth: An Aging Out Story, and a variety of interactive workshops focused on life skills, self-advocacy, and future planning. Youth also had the opportunity to network with peers and connect with organizations dedicated to supporting young people as they transition into adulthood. The experience was especially meaningful for Boys & Girls Haven youth Dontae, who was honored with the Youth Empowerment Conference Attendee Award in recognition of his active participation and engagement throughout the conference. “I really enjoyed the youth conference and appreciated the chance to reconnect with old friends while also meeting new people. I learned a lot and gained valuable information about available resources, and I’m already looking forward to attending again next year. I was truly surprised, happy, and excited to receive the award."

Pride Month may be over, but making sure every young person feels supported and accepted is something we focus on all year long. To our direct care staff, volunteers, therapists, and community partners - Thanks for showing up for the kids ❤️

Amazon Prime Day is Tuesday, June 23, through Friday, June 26, 2026! Take advantage of Prime Day deals and help stock our Resource Closet with essentials for the youth and families served by Boys & Girls Haven. Every item purchased from our Amazon Wish Lists goes directly to those who need it most. Shop our Wish List: https://lnkd.in/g8bycbvx... Thank you for helping us provide comfort, care, and support to Kentucky's youth! P.S. We always need bath towels

Every young person deserves to be celebrated for exactly who they are. To the parents, mentors, and community members who provide safe spaces and unconditional love for LGBTQ+ youth: thank you! Your support changes lives every single day 🏳️🌈

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 👏 This May, Boys & Girls Haven proudly celebrated six remarkable young people who graduated from high school. Our graduates represented schools across Kentucky, including Doss High School, Seneca High School, Montgomery County High School, Powell County High School, and Southern High School. 🗣️"Graduating high school is a big step, and it's given me confidence in what I can accomplish."- Luna, Alum of BGH's Supervised Transitional Living Program, Seneca High School Graduate 🗣️"I'm proud of how far I've come. My goal is to build a successful future for myself." - Jay, Alum of BGH's Supervised Transitional Living Program, Doss High School Graduate 🗣️"I've been in and out of foster care most of my life. Now that I've made it through high school, I'm excited to move forward. I like to do hair, nails, and makeup and I’m planning on going to Empire Beauty School to pursue cosmetology." - Mia, Alum of BGH's Supervised Transitional Living Program, Southern High School Graduate

A very warm welcome to Joanie Sanders, CSW, who joins Boys & Girls Haven as our new Animal-Assisted Psychotherapist 👏 "I am so excited to be joining Boys and Girls Haven as an Animal-Assisted Psychotherapist! I am a certified social worker (CSW) and before this I was working with victims of crime with the Victim Services Unit with LMPD. I graduated from Boston College with my Masters in Social Work and got my Bachelors of Social Work from Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I grew up in Louisville and graduated from the Brown School! My hobbies include reading romance novels, walking my dog, rewatching Gilmore Girls, and baking." 

Last week, we were honored to dedicate two meaningful new spaces on our campus: the Hope & Haven Arena and the Legacy Garden. Guests enjoyed an open house of our expanded Animal-Assisted Healing facilities (complete with beautiful new signage generously donated by Signarama), and a special demonstration of our Animal-Assisted Healing Program led by one of our clinicians. The Hope & Haven Arena, made possible through generous gifts from the FourEvergreen Foundation, serves as a place for healing, growth, and connection through our Animal-Assisted Healing Program and leadership trainings for youth. Guests also viewed the Legacy Garden, located in front of our administration building, honoring recipients of the Nicholas X. Simon Altruism Award presented annually at our Legacy Celebration. This space recognizes the compassion and commitment of past recipients including: Frank & Martha Diebold, Alan Gates, Sue Perram, David Worland, Terra Boone, Anne Geher Discher, Steve & Peg Diebold, and Lisa Brendel Ewen. A special thank you to Noah's Kitchen for providing catering for the event. We are especially grateful for their mission, as 100% of the restaurant’s profits support local charities — and in June, Noah’s Kitchen will be supporting Boys & Girls Haven! Save the date: the 2026 Legacy Celebration will take place Friday, October 23rd at the Olmsted.

Karen Sisson had the opportunity to join Dwight Witten on the NewsRadio 840 WHAS Tony & Dwight Show to talk about KY Gives Day and the impact community support has on the youth and families we serve. A huge thank you to Dwight Witten and NewsRadio 840 WHAS for helping share the mission of Boys & Girls Haven and encouraging others to get involved and give back. Every donation made during KY Gives Day helps provide hope, healing, and support for children and families in our community. We’re grateful for everyone who continues to support our mission! #KYGivesDay #BoysAndGirlsHaven #CommunitySupport #Louisville #Nonprofit