Blog Posts - Haddie's for Girls in Crisis

Haddie's In the News!

1/12/2018

We were excited to open our newspaper this morning and find Haddie's on the front page! Thank you to Keith Huffman from the Opelika-Auburn News and a hat tip to our Executive Director, Gina Allen, and our Board President, Vertrina Grubbs, for their excellent insight and comments for the story!

Click here to read the entire article online.

To find out how you can support Haddie's mission of changing lives and families in crisis, visit this page.

Giving Graciously This Christmas

12/5/2017

The Christmas season is a time to celebrate God and to give generously as our Heavenly Father gave to us through His Son, Jesus Christ, for the remission of our sins. It is a time to rejoice in our blessings, and to reflect on how we as God's children, can spread joy and kindness to our neighbor.

At Haddie's we are always looking for partners to help with maintaining our home so that it is a pleasant, inviting and nurturing place for the girls to live. On average our organization spends $40 a day to provide three healthy meals, $30 a day on utilities (i.e. gas, cable, and internet), $50 a month on school supplies and extracurriculars, $130 a month on medication, therapy and doctor and dentist visits, and $200 a month on resident activities and exercise. In sum, it costs Haddie's $30,000 to support each child per year. Therefore, the need for your graciousness and generosity is significant.

If you would like to give to Haddie's this Christmas by partnering with us or by making a monetary donation, please use the "Donate Now" button below or contact our office by phone at (334) 744-9680 or by email at haddieshome@gmail.com.

Extreme Makeover: Haddie's Edition

12/5/2017

Haddie's was recently blessed by Three Sixty {real estate} with a complete home renovation. The team at Three Sixty provided a surprise home makeover for the girls by redoing both the living and dining rooms. Beautiful shades of beige, blue and green have transformed the home into a cozy, warm space that is inviting to all.

“As women business owners, we not only saw the Haddie’s Home project as a great fit for our company, but also it was a great fit personally. We want to empower the girls at Haddie’s Home and make sure they know that with hard work women can succeed.”
- Tricia Peterson, Co-Founder, Three Sixty {real estate}

We appreciate the team at Three Sixty {real estate} for investing their time, effort, and resources into our Home. Click here to see additional information about the project.

We are forever grateful for organizations and businesses that hold our ministry near to their hearts and strive to be good stewards of what the Lord has blessed us with. How can Haddie's partner with your company to make a change in the life of a child today?

The Need is Great

12/5/2017

There is an ongoing problem in families today, and the need is great. We do not need to look far. Right in our backyard here in Lee County and surrounding areas, children live in situations of poverty, domestic violence, substance abuse - all leading contributors to the cycle of families in crisis. Some of these children are being raised by grandparents who are overwhelmed by the issues they face.

291,700 children had experienced two or more adverse experiences - often rooted in neglect and abuse.

From 2010-2014, a staggering 303,301 children lived in poverty in Alabama alone. Even more concerning, a whopping 291,700 children had experienced two or more adverse experiences - often rooted in neglect, abuse, divorce and substance abuse. This is the most recent data available on adverse experiences in children (2011-2012) and it will certainly trend much higher when new numbers are available. At Haddie's we are working to lower this number.

Since 2014, we have been able to make a difference in the lives of over 20 young ladies by providing girls ages 6 to 16 with a home where they are loved and can see Christ fulfill His purpose for their lives. However, we are not just affecting the girls. We are reaching out to provide resources for the whole family so that successful reunification can occur. We are encouraging family therapy to address many of these issues that can lead to abuse and neglect. Our hope is that we are used as a preventative tool to intercept the problem so that abuse and neglect never have to occur and, ultimately, to break this destructive cycle completely.

Haddie's is also investing in our community. Our girls volunteer at local non-profits, are part of clubs at school, and work part-time jobs, all in an effort to teach good stewardship and help shape the girls into productive citizens who are able to change the trajectory of their lives. We truly believe that helping one child can have a great impact on an entire community.

Will you consider partnering with Haddie's to help be the change that breaks the cycle?

One Changed Life Can Change Our World

12/5/2017

Our hearts are grateful this Christmas season for your prayers and support of our mission - to change the world one life at a time. While that may sound a bit grandiose, it's true. We are watching God work in the lives of young women and the changes we are seeing are changing their families, their peers, their communities and, ultimately, our world.

Since being established in 2014, Haddie's has provided 20 girls in crisis situations with a safe place to reconnect with themselves and grow in their faith. This year alone, we were able to provide a home for nine different girls, with several making milestone accomplishments. One student graduated from high school and was accepted into college. This same young woman was able to move back home in September, and since moving back, her grandmother has reported a great change in her behavior, attitude, and her spiritual identity. In addition, two other girls that had been living at Haddie's were recently able to reunite with their families as a result of positive behavioral change. We are grateful that God's grace has impacted these girls, and as a result has changed their families. In 2017 alone, five girls accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior, and ultimately made the decision to be baptized as a demonstration of their new-found relationship with the Lord.

While at Haddie's, the girls are encouraged to be an integral part of their community, and have working relationships with local agencies, ministries, churches and schools. The girls that Haddie's has been serving have upheld the commitment to be community oriented by staying involved in several different activities, including color guard, part-time jobs, and school clubs. Their involvement and commitment to community outreach helps create structure, responsibility, and philanthropy that allows for positive and productive change among the girls and their families.

Your continued financial support and prayers are a vital part of the Haddie's ministry. To make a year-end, tax deductible donation click the "Donate" button or contact our office for other ways you can invest in the lives young people.

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A Haddie's Home Graduation is Always Cause for Celebration!

5/16/2017

Second Annual Golf Classic Slated for Thursday, October 29th

10/9/2015

With such an amazing turn out of supporters at last year's Golf Classic, Haddie's Home in Opelika, Alabama, will host its second annual Golf Classic on Thursday, October 29th at Saugahatchee Country Club. Golfers from all across the country joined Coach Pearl and Coach Flo for an afternoon of golf, food and fellowship in support of young girls in crisis.Haddie's Home is a non-profit, Christ-centered group home for girls in crisis, ages six to eighteen. The ultimate goal of Haddie's Home is to be able to provide a loving, long term home for these girls. With fundraisers such as the Golf Classic, we are able to secure funding to continue our mission.

Coach Pearl is pictured with the First Place Net team at last year's Classic

Coach Pearl congratulates the First Place Gross team from 2014

The tournament will begin with registration at 10:00am and a shotgun start at 11:00am. Golfers can register for $150 per person or $600 per foursome. Lunch and dinner will be provided courtesy of Chicken Salad Chick and Jim Bob's Chicken Fingers. There will be an awards ceremony and door prizes following the tournament at 4:30pm. Local Auburn and Opelika vendors have been generous to provide a plethora of wonderful prizes. We look forward to this year's tee time and an opportunity to provide for our girls for such a time as this!

For more information regarding sponsorships or registration, please visit our Facebook page or email haddieshome@gmail.com.

Rhett Lashlee Shares Message of Inspiration and Faith During Haddie's Home Fish Fry June 18th

6/22/2015

Auburn Offensive Coordinator, Rhett Lashlee, inspired local men from the community at a special fish fry at Haddie’s Home on Thursday, June 18. Coach Lashlee shared his powerful testimony, and how the path of his life led him to become a football coach, where he has the opportunity to shape and influence the lives of young men every day. He also talked a little football and answered questions from the 70+ men in attendance.

Auburn Offensive Coordinator, Rhett Lashlee, speaks at haddie's Home during a recent fish fry.

“Looking back, I realize that God has always protected me, provided for me, and had a plan for me all of my life”, Lashlee said. Similarly, the opportunities that young women at Haddie's Home receive will shape the rest of their lives.

The fish fry was an event to thank supporters of Haddie’s Home, and to share the vision of the ministry with others in the community. Founders and Directors, Phillip and T.R. Amason, shared their hearts for the girls they serve. “We are in this for the long haul,” Phillip told the crowd. “Every child here deserves the chance to grow up knowing the love and support of a family, and at Haddie’s Home, that is just what we provide.”

Family Court Judge Mike Fellows was in attendance. He tweeted after the event, “Haddie’s Home is a home where lives change for the better and where REAL love is on display.”

To find out more about Haddie's Home or to support the ministry, please use our contact page or call (334) 750-1361.

Enjoy more photos from the fish fry event below.

Enjoy Some of Country Music's Hottest Acts While Supporting Haddie's Home & The Hudson Family Foundation in Auburn, Alabama

11/13/2014

Haddie's Home is very excited to partner with 2014 World Series Champion Tim Hudson and the Hudson Family Foundation for their Super Bowl Benefit Weekend. This is a fun-packed family weekend featuring two of country music's hottest acts, The Band Perry and Cole Swindell.

Joining these great acts will be The Blane Rudd Band, Major Moves Band starring Shane Harrell, and Master of Ceremonies Jody Fuller. Truly, this will be a night to remember! The concert will take place on Saturday, January 31, at Auburn Arena with doors opening at 6pm. Mark your calendars and get ready for an exceptional evening of entertainment.

Tim Hudson of the Hudson Family Foundation

Auburn Baseball Alumni, Tim Hudson of the World Series Champion San Francisco Giants & The Hudson Family Foundation

Right now through December 1, you can purchase your tickets through Haddie's Home and our charity will receive $21.50 of the $43 ticket price. Tickets are priced at $43 to honor the memory of Auburn football great, Philip Lutzenkirchen. Will you consider purchasing your individual tickets or a block of tickets from Haddie's Home to support girls in crisis? You can even go the extra mile by partnering with Haddie's Home as a corporate sponsor and receive VIP amenities before, during and after the concert. To purchase tickets or inquire about corporate sponsorships contact Kalyn Frederick at (334) 538-9508.

Note that after December 1, tickets will be released to TicketMaster for general distribution and Haddie's Home will not receive any from those ticket sales. If you are planning on attending we ask that you please contact Kalyn and purchase your tickets before December 1. These concert tickets will make excellent gifts for the music lovers on your gift list!

Thank you for your support of Haddie's Home.

Over $18,000 Raised in Inaugural Haddie's Home Golf Tournament

6/6/2014

Thanks to the tremendous support of our sponsors and participants, Haddie's Home raised over $18,000 to assist girls in in life crisis. With 15 teams and 59 golfers, a great time was had by all. Attendees enjoyed a great day of golf, food, fellowship, a silent auction as well as a fun time meeting Coach Bruce Pearl, Coach Flo and Coach Kim Evans (Coach Evans was spotted providing tips and pointers, which were much needed!).

Our 1st Place Gross winners posted a score of 58 and included team members Phil Constan, Mitch Joiner, Greg Parrish, Danese Constan.

Haddie's Home Golf Tournament gross winners

Our 1st Place Net winners had a team score of 48.87 and included team members Billy Ogletree, Sonny White, Matt Rabren and Sandy James.

Haddie's Home Golf Tournament net winners

"This fun outing was truly an exceptional example of how this community can come together to literally save lives," Commented Haddie's Home Director, T.R. Amason. "We are so thankful to every golfer, every sponsor and every coach who took the time to help us on this inaugural event."

Proceeds from the Inaugural Golf Tournament will benefit Haddie’s Home, which provides a place for girls in life crisis situations where they are safe, loved and protected. Haddie’s Home is committed to helping break the cycle of abuse and neglect for girls age 6-18. More information about Haddie’s Home can be found throughout our website, HaddiesHome.com. If you missed this year's tournament but would like to support Haddie's Home, use the "Donate" button below.

Enjoy the image gallery of the day's events below and be on the lookout for information about the 2nd Annual Haddie's Home Golf Tournament.