History

New Beginnings from a Heart-Felt Community-Driven Need

  • Abused, neglected and delinquent teenagers who had a need for safetyand support.
  • Judges from Whitley and HuntingtonCounties who had a vision.
  • WHSCF staff who were committed to the mission.
  • 501©(3) non-profit status secured 1974.
  • Volunteer Board of Directors recruited.
  • Eli Lily donated $25,000 dollars.
  • WHSCF purchased group home propertyin Larwill, Indiana and began housingcourt-ordered teens, teen moms and babies.

“To Develop Independent Life Skills That Lead To Self-Sufficient Families.”