"Building Brighter Tomorrows for the Boys of Today"
ABOUT US
Boys' Haven is a non-profit, non-sectarian, charitable institution. We are licensed by the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Service, yet receive no state funding. We receive funding from the United Way, grants, and individual donors.
Boys' Haven is a general residential operation that serves boys ages 8 to 17 and provides a port for stormy times in boy's lives. Many of these boys come from single parent homes and are in need of a more structured environment. Several of them are here long term and plan to stay with us until they graduate high school.
Boys' Haven also accepts referrals from Juvenile Probation Departments and the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Our program is based on the principles of discipline and hard work rather than punishment, a program where natural consequences occur and privileges are earned.
It was the community that believed "every boy deserves a home," and we have continued the mission for over sixty years by keeping that dream alive for all young men who need our help.
Boys' Haven is a general residential operation that serves boys ages 8 to 17 and provides a port for stormy times in boy's lives. Many of these boys come from single parent homes and are in need of a more structured environment. Several of them are here long term and plan to stay with us until they graduate high school.
Boys' Haven also accepts referrals from Juvenile Probation Departments and the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Our program is based on the principles of discipline and hard work rather than punishment, a program where natural consequences occur and privileges are earned.
It was the community that believed "every boy deserves a home," and we have continued the mission for over sixty years by keeping that dream alive for all young men who need our help.
FAST FACTS
- More than 1,500 boys have been served since its creation over 60 years ago.
- Licensed to serve 36 boys
- It costs Boys’ Haven approximately $25,000 per boy per year.
- Weekly and bi-weekly therapy provided by Licenses Professional Counselors
- Monthly medication reviews by Licensed Psychiatrist
- Transitional Living/Preparation for adult living/Job Skills Training Provided
- Introduction to 12-step programs, if needed
- Tutoring and mentoring program
- On/off campus jobs
- Boys participate in Community 4-H, Soap Box Derby, and various other activities
Operational Milestones and Programmatic Achievements
(1945) - Boys' Haven was founded by the Beaumont Optimist Club in an 18-room home located on Calder and Center streets offered by The Central Church of Christ. The Optimist Club raised $45,000 to get the ball rolling.
(1946) - Boys' Haven week was proclaimed by the city Mayor. The week began February 4th through the 10th, during the week the city held an extensive campaign drive to raise $52,000 for the Haven. Contributors became honorary citizens. They raised $35,000 in two days.
(1948) - Barn project was approved by the Board of Directors.
(1950) - Volunteers of the Board of Directors and throughout the community build a laundry room for the facility.
(1954) - Boys' Haven began receiving funds from United Way.
(1965) - Building suffered extensive fire damages; the board of directors passed a resolution for restoration and construction campaign. Two months later with help on only 297 people donating anywhere from $1.00 to $5,000, they raised $50,000.
(1970) - State of Texas initiates new guidelines for residential child care facilities, which required residents to obtain more personal space, ending dormitory-style living to a more home-like environment.
(1978) - Development Plan initiated, a committee was formed to raise $650,000 to build three houses.
(1979) - The goal was not yet met, however Judge Jack King and Don DeCordova signed a bank loan for the remainder, and three cottages were built.
(1986) - First Annual Crawfish festival was held with the help of the "Cooks 2 Dozen"
(2000) - Boys' Haven implemented a home-school program designed to provide an educational setting for residents with difficulties performing in the public school environment. It began as a half-day program, however, as the classroom size grew so did the need for extended hours. By the next school year, the program, however as the classroom size grew so did hte need for extended hours. By the next school year, the program increased from half to full day.
(2001) - With assistance of grants and community support, Boys' Haven began remodeling residential cottages.
(2002) - The administrative office building sustained extensive flood damage and Boys' Haven received financial support from F.E.M.A., which in turn allowed the organization to remodel the campus kitchen with new appliances as well. First United Methodist Church created its own Boy Scout Troop, for boys at Boys' Haven. With the help of Troop Leader, John Martinez, many of its young men develop leadership skills, which in turn increased self-esteem.
(2003) - Administrative staff increased with the addition of another casework manager for a total of two, better meeting residents' needs.
(2004) - Boys' Haven has extended residential counseling services. Initially the organization was able to provide only counseling for those kids labeled in some way or another (ADHD, bi-polar, ADD, ODD, etc.). Now all residents benefit from counseling services in individual and group sessions.
(2009) - A donor whom wishes to remain anonymous, buys 2 brand new vehicles for the Boys' Haven campus, allowing more reliable transportation for residents to and from activities and events, also saving the haven a great deal of money in repairs of old vehicles. Along with the two new vehicles, the same donor, generously gave $25,000, which was put toward our allowance fund, which allows residents to be able to work and do jobs around campus and earn an allowance, teaching them that hard work pays off.
(2010) - The Beaumont Junior Forum funds the building of a brand new pavillion in the center of the Boys' Haven campus, which is used for events, fundraisers, and a safe, covered area for the boys to play basketball and various games along with a storage building, which was added to our campus as well.
** Two residents obtain their high school diplomas. Congratulations to Darrell & J.T.
(2011) - Full-time CEO is hired. State contract is awarded, allowing Boys' Haven to begin accepting children that are currently in the custody of Child Protective Services. Boys' Haven is awarded with a $25,000 benefit for children grant from Valero. Residents begin participating in Equine Therapy (see slideshow below).
(1946) - Boys' Haven week was proclaimed by the city Mayor. The week began February 4th through the 10th, during the week the city held an extensive campaign drive to raise $52,000 for the Haven. Contributors became honorary citizens. They raised $35,000 in two days.
(1948) - Barn project was approved by the Board of Directors.
(1950) - Volunteers of the Board of Directors and throughout the community build a laundry room for the facility.
(1954) - Boys' Haven began receiving funds from United Way.
(1965) - Building suffered extensive fire damages; the board of directors passed a resolution for restoration and construction campaign. Two months later with help on only 297 people donating anywhere from $1.00 to $5,000, they raised $50,000.
(1970) - State of Texas initiates new guidelines for residential child care facilities, which required residents to obtain more personal space, ending dormitory-style living to a more home-like environment.
(1978) - Development Plan initiated, a committee was formed to raise $650,000 to build three houses.
(1979) - The goal was not yet met, however Judge Jack King and Don DeCordova signed a bank loan for the remainder, and three cottages were built.
(1986) - First Annual Crawfish festival was held with the help of the "Cooks 2 Dozen"
(2000) - Boys' Haven implemented a home-school program designed to provide an educational setting for residents with difficulties performing in the public school environment. It began as a half-day program, however, as the classroom size grew so did the need for extended hours. By the next school year, the program, however as the classroom size grew so did hte need for extended hours. By the next school year, the program increased from half to full day.
(2001) - With assistance of grants and community support, Boys' Haven began remodeling residential cottages.
(2002) - The administrative office building sustained extensive flood damage and Boys' Haven received financial support from F.E.M.A., which in turn allowed the organization to remodel the campus kitchen with new appliances as well. First United Methodist Church created its own Boy Scout Troop, for boys at Boys' Haven. With the help of Troop Leader, John Martinez, many of its young men develop leadership skills, which in turn increased self-esteem.
(2003) - Administrative staff increased with the addition of another casework manager for a total of two, better meeting residents' needs.
(2004) - Boys' Haven has extended residential counseling services. Initially the organization was able to provide only counseling for those kids labeled in some way or another (ADHD, bi-polar, ADD, ODD, etc.). Now all residents benefit from counseling services in individual and group sessions.
(2009) - A donor whom wishes to remain anonymous, buys 2 brand new vehicles for the Boys' Haven campus, allowing more reliable transportation for residents to and from activities and events, also saving the haven a great deal of money in repairs of old vehicles. Along with the two new vehicles, the same donor, generously gave $25,000, which was put toward our allowance fund, which allows residents to be able to work and do jobs around campus and earn an allowance, teaching them that hard work pays off.
(2010) - The Beaumont Junior Forum funds the building of a brand new pavillion in the center of the Boys' Haven campus, which is used for events, fundraisers, and a safe, covered area for the boys to play basketball and various games along with a storage building, which was added to our campus as well.
** Two residents obtain their high school diplomas. Congratulations to Darrell & J.T.
(2011) - Full-time CEO is hired. State contract is awarded, allowing Boys' Haven to begin accepting children that are currently in the custody of Child Protective Services. Boys' Haven is awarded with a $25,000 benefit for children grant from Valero. Residents begin participating in Equine Therapy (see slideshow below).
EQUINE THERAPY
The Healing Hoof Therapeutic Riding Center provides equine therapy for our residents and many other facilities in our area. Therapeutic riding increases a student's self-esteem and self-confidence which they can use during everyday life. Increased attention, concentration, learning, and verbal skills are inherent in learning the skills necessary to ride successfully. The therapy promotes trust, impulse control, self-confidence and relationship building through natural consequences of the horse. The relationship that occurs between a rider and their horse can help overcome a rider's debilitating fears. As a rider learns that they have control of a horse, they can begin to learn that they can take control of themselves.
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