There is no greater feeling than the feeling of home. Oh, how I long for home after a long day’s work. To walk through those doors and be greeted by my children as I wrap them in my arms—there truly is no greater feeling. Yet, at Sunrise, we understand that this feeling of home is a foreign concept for many Kentucky kids, which is why we work tirelessly to ensure every child in Kentucky can experience the feeling of home. They deserve it. Why? The Prophet Isaiah states that the concept of home is important to God: “My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.”

In FY 2023, Sunrise helped many children find their way home, whether through reunification, foster care, or adoption. However, these acts did not occur in isolation. They were made possible by our generous donors, like you. When you give to Sunrise, you invest in a child’s future. Your gifts help bring them to a place of peace—a place they can call home. Whether it’s through in-kind gifts to reduce costs, memorial giving to honor a loved one, mentoring a youth, or becoming a monthly Children’s Champion, your contributions fuel our beautiful mission of providing care and healing to children and families through Christ-centered ministries. Your generosity works in tandem with our loving and experienced staff, many of whom have been with Sunrise for decades. Your giving, volunteering, and praying all contribute to bringing healing and hope to children. We are so grateful for your support!

Home is important to Sunrise because it is important to our Heavenly Father. He desires everyone to find Home, and we know that in Him, we find our true home. And in this secure dwelling, we are empowered to be His hands and feet, extending our care to these precious children so that they might know the feeling of home.

To learn more about the impact made by Sunrise Children’s Services in Fiscal Year 2023, click here to download our Annual Report.

Written by Jake Pelfrey Vice President for Marketing and Advancement