prevention
service overview
education and personalized support for parents raising children of all ages
97%
of families avoided further child protective service involvement
83%
who participate in Family Education show improvements in their parenting skills and capacity
97%
average satisfaction rating from all Thompson clients


early childhood & education
Supporting the critical early educational years of children by providing nurturing environments, quality learning experiences, and essential resources that set the foundation for lifelong success.

friends of the children
The program gives Charlotte’s most vulnerable children a dedicated, salaried professional mentor — known as a Friend — who stays by their side for 12½ years, no matter what.

family education
Education and personalized support for parents raising children of all ages.

family partners
We provide coaching, guidance and compassion to parents who are experiencing challenging times and are involved in the Child Welfare system. This program helps parents find their voice, navigate a challenging system, and take the steps necessary to keep their family whole.

teen alternative pathway pilot
TAPP addresses critical topics such as substance use prevention, mental health awareness, conflict resolution, and life skills development. By fostering a supportive and proactive environment, we aim to reduce risk factors and strengthen protective factors that contribute to a brighter, healthier future for young people in our community.

school based case management
School Based Case Management focuses on supporting youth and families with cross-systems involvement such as DSS and DJJ.
thompson numbers
3,294
people served
1,975
unique gifts received
184
new donors welcomed
prevention
resources
Programs to support to early childhood education, and support families and young children.