Whether a child is living in their home, in a foster or relative home, with their adoptive family, or temporarily at our residential treatment program, we exist to restore their happiness, dignity, while instilling for them their dreams aren’t out of reach. Below you can learn about the positive and important impact our donors make, and how they help restore the happiness and dignity of the children and families we serve.
Community Impact Reports
Community Impact Report 2022 (16 MB, PDF)
Community Impact Report 2021 (2 MB, PDF)
Agency Newsletters
Fall 2023 (1 MB, PDF)
DABSJ was such a blessing to my Dad during a difficult time in his life. Donating is our way of honoring him. - Ann and Dan Jacques
Ways You Can Give
Bob and Andie Rander know a few things about kids. They raised four boys and now have eight grandchildren. Andie was a teacher, and Bob served on the board of D.A. Blodgett – St. John’s (DABSJ) during a time when its model of residential treatment was being developed.
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Bill and Carolyn’s involvement with DABSJ runs deep.
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What comes naturally to some is what makes their story stand out. Bill and Karen Lawrence were raised to give their resources, time and talent, and they instilled that in their daughter, Maggie.
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No matter what issues someone carries from their past, they can break the cycle. They can choose to parent with love and joy. Together we will change our community one family at a time.
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A foster and adoptive family with a heart of gold. Meet the Callihan family.
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Autumn has transitioned from DABSJ's Foster Care program to Young Adult Voluntary Foster Care, where she continues to grow, learn and thrive. We can't wait to witness the positive impact she will have in our community and wherever life may take her in the future!
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Growing up, Naomi never knew when her next meal would be or if the roof they were living under would last long. In 2008, the summer before Naomi entered sixth grade, she joined DABSJ's mentoring program as a mentee.
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Jason and Kelly Noling welcome Harley and Koda into their family.
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A story of foster care, adoption, and counseling.
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Read Autumn & Forrest's story below.
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D.A. Blodgett - St. John’s was awarded funding from the Ready by Five Early Childhood Millage.
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Drew is an 11-year-old boy who began services with FSS in 2014. He was diagnosed with Autism, Mood Disorder and ADHD.
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Michelle, Trajon's mom, bravely shares the story of the emotional roller coaster that they voyaged with help from a dedicated team of DABSJ social workers who never gave up on Trajon.
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Hear how Reign opened her heart and mind to the possibility of adoption after spending time in our residential program.
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Samuel's family situation was more than chaotic - it was dangerous.
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