The Urgent Need for Foster Homes in South Carolina and How You Can Help
South Carolina, like many states, is facing a critical shortage of foster homes, leaving many children in need of safe and loving environments. On any given day, there are over 3,900 children in foster care in South Carolina, but only around 2,100 foster families available to care for them. This means that approximately 1,800 children […]
Thompson Secures $2M Grant to Launch Therapeutic Foster Care in SC
Columbia, SC – January 1, 2025 – Thompson, a nonprofit organization with over 140 years of experience transforming lives through foster care, mental health, and prevention services is proud to announce the receipt of two significant grants totaling over $2.2 million. Generously provided by The Duke Endowment and The Leon Levine Foundation, this funding will […]
7 Benefits of Supporting Early Childhood Education
Early childhood development lays the foundation for lifelong success. One of the most effective ways to accelerate this development is through high-quality early childhood education driven by research-backed methodology and curriculum. By nurturing cognitive, social, and emotional skills during their formative years, children gain the tools needed to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Early intervention […]
The Importance of Quality Time: How All Pro Dads Brought Families Together at Panthers Stadium
In today’s fast-paced world, carving out meaningful time to spend with our children can be challenging. Yet, studies show that children with actively involved dads are more likely to succeed academically, develop strong emotional intelligence, and build lasting confidence. Recognizing the value of these moments, All Pro Dads hosted a sold-out heartwarming event at Panthers […]
Thompson Named Finalist for North Carolina Support Challenge
Charlotte, NC — November 7, 2024 — Thompson, a leading provider of critical early childhood, family stability, and mental health services, has been selected as a finalist for the CareSource Foundation Support Challenge. The public voting stage is already underway and supporters can vote once a day for the organization they believe is making the […]
Compassionate Care Supports Foster Children’s Mental Health
For many children living in foster care, the experience is profoundly challenging, marred by trauma and instability. Enduring significant or repeated upheavals can have long-term effects on a child’s mental and emotional health – sometimes lasting a lifetime. At Thompson, we’re working hard to flip the script on foster care outcomes – to make entering […]