Northwest Arkansas Childrens Shelter

Kickball 4 the Kids

September 27

Assemble your team now for the event that put the “fun” in fundraiser!

This year, we celebrate the 10th year of the Kickball 4 the Kids tournament. Join us at the ballpark for this awesome, team-building competition that allows you to spend a beautiful day at the park while providing a brighter future for the most vulnerable children in our community.

For more information, contact Raegin Callaway at rcallaway@nwacs.org
or 479-795-2417 ext 310.

Samuel

Samuel came from an environment of neglect. He didn’t know where his next meal would come from, and he spent much of his young life on the streets.

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Meet Samuel

Samuel came from an environment of neglect. He didn’t know where his next meal would come from, and he spent much of his young life on the streets.

By the time he arrived at the Children’s Shelter at 16-years old, he’d experienced 26 failed placements, was reading at a second grade level and failure was just a normal part of life.

Upon meeting Samuel, the dedicated team at the Shelter began building trust with him and created an individualized success plan.

He has not only received the care, love and vital services he so desperately needed, but he has thrived. Samuel has made great strides in school. He is working on life skills such as changing the oil in the Shelter vans, assisting with set-up for Shelter events and helping reconcile petty cash in the business office. He’s even opened up a bank account and visited different work environments to discuss career options for his future.

Before the Shelter, Samuel didn’t know home. At the Shelter, he’s found not only a home, but a family.

I learned to be proud of who I am.

Javier, age 14

While at the Shelter, I went from an 8th grade math level to almost a 12th grade level. I’m pretty proud of that.

Tasha, age 17

I love it here because I feel safe. The staff are here for me when I need them. Plus, I got to go to a Razorback game!

Jesse, age 11