What a wonderful way to end May...graduation!  Three of Haddie's previous girls graduated as part of the Class of 2019, and we are so proud of their accomplishments.  These young ladies have spent hours completing course work while working jobs, participating in extracurriculars, and being involved in other community organizations.  For future plans, each have their own programs of study that they will embark on including nursing, dental hygientist, and Certified Nursing Assistant.  They definitely left a stamp on our hearts at Haddie's and pray the Lord will bless them in all that they do.  Haddie's is changing lives and restoring families.

The Community Foundation of East Alabama partnered with ten local non-profits to host the first annual Opelika Giving Day.  During this time, the citizens of Opelika were encouraged to support their favorite non-profit.  With your support, Haddie's raised over $1600!  We are so thankful for each of you that gave and for the Community Foundation of East Alabama for their generosity in hosting the event.  If you did not have a chance to give, it is not too late - you can still give online!  Because of you, we are able to continue changing lives, restoring families.

This year our Executive Director, Gina, was selected to participate in two very important programs in our area - Leadership Lee County and Opelika's Top 20 Under 40.  Each of these provided Gina with meetings to find out the ins and outs of our county and city.  She was able to meet with government officials, city workers, and individuals who work behind the scenes to make our city run.  Both of these also allowed for Gina to give back by volunteering at the Lee County Humane Society and Lee County Youth Development Center.  It has been an exciting year and Gina is so thankful for the opportunity to expand her knowledge.

Haddie's was recently chosen by BB&T Bank as their Lighthouse Project.  The BB&T team spruced up Haddie's lawn, planted beautiful flowers, provided us with lawn equipment, and also gave us a new sitting area.  We are so thankful for partnerships such as this.  If you would like to know more about how your team or group can partner with us, contact us at haddieshome@gmail.com