One Child's Story

Some of our children at Palmetto Place come from homes where drug abuse has been rampant. These children have had to fend for themselves: finding their own food, bathing themselves and siblings. Sometimes living in a house with drugs means not going to school because there is no adult to take you. No matter how bad the conditions were, our kids always miss their moms and dads. It’s a hard concept to understand – wanting the person who did harm to you. But seeing kids cry for parents breaks our hearts and we do our best to comfort them.

 Our Mission:

To provide a safe and nurturing  shelter bringing together a broad range of services for children who are victims of physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect

 Thank you to everyone who donates time, money, and resources for the children at Palmetto Place.  We could not do it without you!

 


 



 


 

 

January 2012
News From Our House
 
Palmetto Place
Children's Emergency Shelter

Hello

 

Thank you for helping us begin 2012 on such a great note! Our kids all enjoyed a wonderful Christmas and we’re so thankful to each of you for your countless volunteer hours and donations of Christmas presents, money and so many other items.

Apria Healthcare

Calvary Chapel of Lexington

Chapin High School

Colonial Life Arena, Ticket Office

Edens

Junior Woman’s Club

Mayor Steve Benjamin

Northwest Columbia YMCA

Our Lady of the Hills Catholic Church

Paula and Jack Wilson and family

Ridge View High School

Riverland Hills Baptist Church

Rockbridge Tennis & Swim Club

SCANA Women’s Leadership Group

SC Army National Guard

SC Dept of Revenue

SC Internal Medicine

Target – Garners Ferry

 
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 Staff Spotlight

Our staff provides a loving environment for the children staying at Palmetto Place.  We would like you to know a little more about the wonderful people who work hard taking care of the children every day.  Jackie Alexander is in the Staff Spotlight this month. 


Please click here to find out more about Jackie Alexander!

January Wish List

  • Bleach, dryer sheets, All hE laundry detergent, 33 gallon trash bags
  • Bi-Lo, Wal-Mart and Target gift cards

Palmetto Place Children's Emergency Shelter
P.O. Box 3395, Columbia, SC  29230

Phone: (803) 786-6819, Fax: (803) 691-9788

Email: director@palmettoplaceshelter.org

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