Foster parents and Department for Community Based Services workers agree that Joy Closet is making a positive impact. At Tuesday night’s Annual Dinner, Todd County Social Worker, Dominic Stewart told the crowded room that she was ready to quit until she found Joy Closet.
click to download audioShe adds hope is a powerful motivator for foster kids.
click to download audioJoy Closet Founder and Executive Director, Heather Gray says she could not have envisioned the last two years.
click to download audioHer first goal is off the ground with the Eagle Fly Program, which Program Director Mari Ramsey says is already having success.
click to download audioIn the last 12 months, the non-profit has served over 600 children and of 200 foster and kinship families. Gray says they are hoping to start fundraising for a second goal this year – Hope House.
click to download audioJoy Closet has set a goal of $300,000 to cover the costs of running the operation this year. Gray is hopeful they will reach that goal and then be able to pursue fundraising for Hope House. Donations can be made at joycloset.org.
