COVINGTON, VA, – Boys Home of Virginia hosted its 2021 Quilt Raffle drawing on Wednesday, May 5. Mrs. Janice Markham, of Ft. Monroe, Virginia, was the lucky winner. She won an expertly crafted, queen-sized, Trip Around the World-patterned quilt with multiple shades of blue and various floral patterns. A special thank you to Mrs. Phyllis Gibson, sister of Boys Home’s Executive Director Donnie Wheatley, for making and donating this beautiful quilt.
Due to successful events like this, Boys Home can continue to help each student strive toward becoming a productive member of society, by developing his potential — spiritually, mentally, physically, and socially. Thank you to everyone who participated in this fundraising event!
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.
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