Backpack Buddies 2021 Site Visit
Bob Kostka (pictured), President of Georgetown Backpack Buddies (GBPB), welcomed Seeds of Strength representatives for a tour of the GBPB operational center. BPB operates out of four rooms in the […]
Our Dollars at Work: SoS and CASA—A GOOD TEAM!
by Babs Cape Think: A child in great need. Think: An Advocate. Think: CASA. If every child in Williamson County who is experiencing abuse or neglect, who has no real […]
Your Dollars at Work: STARRY Counseling is Helping Families
by Katrina King Imagine waking up every morning to a hand-wringing, heart-wrenching family situation that not only darkens your outlook but your spirit as well. Imagine having a desire for […]
Our Dollars at Work: Girlstart is succeeding despite COVID restraints
by Katrina King Focused and determined are two adjectives that I would use to describe Tamara Hudgins, Executive Director of Girlstart. She stared COVID straight in the eyes and figured […]
The Garden Spot: Grants Award & Annual Meeting: A Virtual Success
It is said that “Necessity is the Mother of Invention,” and that is how our virtual Grant Awards Night and Annual Meeting came about. On March 15th, the CDC issued […]
Our Dollars at Work: The Caring Place Works Miracles
by Babs Cape – Aging brings more than aches and pains and gray hair. Without funds enough for daily living, aging can create a sense of loss, fear and hopelessness. […]
Our Dollars at Work: Advocates for Children in Distress
by Babs Cape – An abused child pulls at our heart strings. How can we help children suspected of sexual abuse, severe physical abuse or those who have witnessed a […]
Our Dollars at Work: Pirate After-School Scholars (P.A.S.S)
by Barbara Garland – A group of SoS members recently visited on a typical P.A.S.S. day. Students from Southwestern University’s Delta Omicron music fraternity met with students from the Boys […]
Wine, Women, Chocolate & Giving: Honoring our Legacy, Looking to the Future
by Jan Spence – As we stepped out of the chilly, misty weather into the HighPointe Estates, we were greeted by elegance all around. This brand-new venue was the perfect […]