DAR donates books to Children’s Home
Shown: DAR member Teresa Coldiron, WCCH Director Rebecca Baker and DAR member Nyalin Barnes.
On Friday, Nov. 15, Ozark Spring Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) members Teresa Coldiron and Nyalin Barnes were privileged to visit the Wright County Children’s Home (WCCH) and present 10 teen age appropriate books for child residents living at the home.
The gifted donation fell under the pillar of education, which is highly promoted by the DAR. Experienced educators, Rebecca Baker, WCCH Director, and other DAR representatives chose the books selected for the donated gift.
November is known to be “Literacy for Families” month, and the chapter hopes that the children will benefit from this gift. After all, reading books can help these young people with their brain development and imagination.
“We really appreciate the donations from The Daughters of the American Revolution,” said WCCH Director Rebecca Baker. “We take contributions as we are a 501-3 private non-profit organization.”
According to the WCCH website, the mission of the Wright County Children’s Home (WCCH ) located in Norwood, is to provide a safe, loving, supportive environment for children who are in crisis after experiencing neglect, abuse or other issues in their lives necessitating removal from their home.
WCCH provides temporary shelter for children ages 6–18. The WCCH strives to give a home-like environment to the children in their care. They have a caring well-trained home parents who prepare delicious home-cooked meals, as well as providing the needed structure and guidance each child needs in order to feel safe and supported.