140 Years of Impact: How Thompson Is Building the Future of Child and Family Services
This May, Thompson marks 140 years of serving children and families. That’s a milestone worth honoring. But the real story isn’t about the past — it’s about what the organization is building next. The need facing children and families today is growing. Meeting that need doesn’t just require heart; it requires scale, discipline, and the […]
Beyond the Blue Pinwheel: What Child Abuse Prevention Really Looks Like
Every April, blue pinwheels pop up in front of buildings, fill social media feeds, and line lawns in quiet, colorful rows. They’re the national symbol for child abuse prevention — a reminder of what every child deserves: a happy, safe, healthy childhood. At their best, they spark awareness. They get people to stop scrolling and […]
International Volunteer Day: Bridging a Community to the Children Who Need It Most
At Thompson, we believe a child’s story is not defined by their beginnings. Some beginnings are heavy with trauma, instability, or circumstances they never asked for — but those early chapters do not have to dictate the ending. What truly shapes a child’s future is the presence of people who step in with compassion, consistency, […]
Giving Tuesday Isn’t a Trend — It’s a Lifeline
Giving Tuesday comes once a year, but for the children and families we serve, the needs show up every single day. This day isn’t a hashtag. It’s a moment when generosity becomes action—and action becomes impact. This year, it falls on December 2nd. Winston Churchill said it best:“We make a living by what we get, […]
When the Holidays Hurt: Standing in the Gap for Children in Foster Care Across the Southeast
As CEO of Thompson, I’m often reminded that titles like Senator, CEO, and General come with weight and responsibility. But during the holiday season, some of the most significant people in our community are the children quietly carrying more grief, uncertainty, and resilience than most adults will in a lifetime. For many of us, the […]
When Benefits Stop, the Ripple Doesn’t: How Thompson Stands in the Gap
When government shutdowns interrupt essential supports like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), the conversation often stops at food insecurity: empty grocery carts, missed meals, bare pantries. But the reality runs much deeper than what’s on the dinner table. SNAP isn’t just about food. It’s about stability. When families lose access to food assistance, it’s not […]