Mission

The mission of Boys & Girls Harbor is to provide healthy, comprehensive care for children and families in crisis. For children who are experiencing family hardship, neglect, abandonment or abuse, the Harbor provides a family environment in a home setting. Through it programs, the Harbor strives to help children learn to overcome self-destructive patterns, break cycles of abuse, develop social skills, learn responsibility, and work towards becoming healthy, happy, and productive members of society.

History

Founded in 1947, Boys & Girls Harbor has long served as a refuge for children ages 5 to 18, in crisis due to neglect, abandonment, abuse or family hardship. The Harbor welcomes children in need regardless of race, creed, color or financial status, offering them a safe, loving, family-like environment. Now, the Harbor has opened its doors to non-resident children in order to provide a safe place during after-school hours. Since opening its doors, the Harbor has helped thousands of children realize their dreams and reach their full potential. With your help, we can continue to eliminate the tears, fade the emotional scars, and stop disruptive and destructive family patterns for generations to come. Together, we are “shaping children’s tomorrows”.