The Shadow
COVINGTON, Va. (VR) – Boys Home of Virginia is excited to announce several work anniversaries amongst the staff. Melinda Nichols, who serves in the development department in donor relations and event management, is celebrating five years. Marie Mason serves as a residential life mentor and celebrates five years. Student Advisor, Donna Bush, is also celebrating five years as a staff member at Boys Home.
Lastly, the Business Manager, Alisa Hayslett, is celebrating thirty years at Boys Home. She stated, “During my thirty years at Boys Home, I have seen a lot of changes in both staff and students. However, the mission of Boys Home has remained the same, to help each student become a productive citizen in the community they return to after leaving the program. I have always enjoyed it when a student returns to share what Boys Home taught him, but he didn’t realize it until after he left.”
Since 1906, Boys Home’s doors have been open to underserved young men in Virginia and all over the country. Our dedicated staff members play a crucial part in making this operation happen 365 days a year. To learn more about our mission, please join us for the Boys Home Spring Open House and Community Day on Saturday, April 26 th from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The free event is open to the public and will include lunch, live music, and fun for all ages. Please R.S.V.P. to Melinda Nichols by April 18 at mnichols@boyshomeofva.org or 540.965.7707.
Boys Home of Virginia, founded in 1906, provides a healthy and supportive environment for young men whose lives have been negatively impacted by poverty or family instability. Students are provided food, clothing, shelter, and guidance in a manner that supports the successful transition to adulthood along with educational and career opportunities. Boys Home, a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization, is almost entirely privately funded by individuals, organizations, churches, and foundations.
For more information about Boys Home, or to donate, please visit the website at www.boyshomeofva.org.
Melinda Nichols, Alisa Hayslett, and Executive Director Chris Doyle (left/right)
Marie Mason
