History - BHGH of Nevada

Our Mission...Boys Hope Girls Hope helps academically capable and motivated children-in-need to meet their full potential and become men and women for others by providing value-centered, family-like homes opportunities and education through college.

Founded in 1977 by Father Paul Sheridan, S.J., Boys Hope Girls Hope is a privately funded, non-profit, multi-denominational organization that provides at-risk children with a stable home, positive parenting, high quality education, and the support needed to reach their full potential. Many of our children come from home environments marked by drug abuse, poverty or neglect. Others come from caring families unable to meet the child’s needs.

Boys Hope Girls Hope is currently serving children in 38 homes in 16 U.S. cities and two foreign countries (Brazil, Guatemala).

The approach utilized by Boys Hope Girls Hope has several unique elements that make it the only program of its kind in the country.

places children in non-institutional, family-like homes staffed with live-in residential counselors
supports children financially and emotionally through college and beyond
provides children with long-term adult relationships and positive mentoring
provides referral and follow-up services to children not qualified for our program
offers after-care services to youth who are able to return to their families
is funded exclusively through private sector donations

One of the most important aspects of Boys Hope Girls Hope is the close association of parents with the program. Parent involvement is highly valued, reaffirming the conviction that parents are the first and most important teachers of their children. Parental participation in their child's activities and special events within the program, as well as support of program goals and values, ensures the best possible experience for the child.

The parent or legal guardian of the Boys Hope Girls Hope student is a partner with the program in the parenting of the child.
Parents maintain custody of their child.
Boys Hope Girls Hope maintains regular contact with families of children in the program through scheduled conferences and telephone contacts. The staff meets briefly with the parent before and after each home visit.
Students typically visit home one weekend per month, and perhaps more, depending on the student's situation. Extended visits occur during school holidays and within the summer break. There are no restrictions on contact by phone, letter or e-mail. Special visits can be arranged outside of the established visiting schedule.
Parents will be informed in advance of special events and activities involving their child and are encouraged to participate.
Parents are welcome to communicate with program staff regarding any concerns they may have regarding their child's needs or the services provided by Boys Hope Girls Hope.