Stories
Success stories from alumni and children who have been impacted by the Masonic Children’s Home.
A Lot of Kindness and A Little Bit of Basketball
Lee Eckert was born into the world of sports. His grandfather was a baseball and cross country coach, and Lee was the youngest of four boys – all of whom lived and breathed athletics.
Having the Chance to Break Free from Expectations
Joy has always known she’s had the potential to break the cycle, but children’s home staff and donors have given her just the push she’s needed.
A Foundation for Success
Sometimes a house can take time to feel like a home, but once it feels like home, you know you’ll always be welcome. Jacob Goranson knows this feeling well.
Preparing for a Lifetime of Helping Others
If there’s one thing Leon Allen has tried to learn over the past six years, it’s to hold an appreciation for the opportunities he’s been given, despite the challenges he's faced.
Adjusting to Change
It’s a challenge to step outside of your comfort zone [...]
Lessons Learned for a Lifetime
Andre Dunbar-Smith, a 2014 children’s home graduate, values self-reflection. He’s [...]