SC Church of God Home for Children

SC Church of God Home for Children Home for Children

06/23/2026

Testimony Tuesday

"Is that a mountain? I have never seen a mountain"

That was heard from one of our children. Their home was taking a trip to the mountains. It was a special day for the children.

It is hard to believe that some children have never been on vacation or had a family trip. Many who come into our home (your home) have barely been out of their town.

The HFC is doing more than just providing food and shelter, they are giving children life experiences.

"Changing generations one child at a time."

06/22/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! James Garren, George-Phyllis Cooper, Allen Rogers, Denise Duncan Chavis, John Harbin, Christie Owens, Trey Thompson

06/22/2026

Why do we do what we do?

Just a simple peruse of the stats in South Carolina when it comes to Foster Parents is overwhelming, here is a small sample:

Foster Parent Needs in South Carolina
South Carolina is facing a critical shortage of foster families, with demand far outpacing supply.

According to the South Carolina Department of Social Services (DSS), there are over 3,900 children in foster care in the state, but only about 2,100 licensed foster families available to care for them — leaving roughly 1,800 children without a permanent home Thompson Child and Family Focus.

Recent recruitment efforts, indicate that agencies are actively seeking around 500 additional families to help close the gap, especially for sibling groups who often need to stay together WCBD News 2.

The need varies by region:

Greenville County: 399 children in foster care

Spartanburg County: 203 children in foster care

Anderson County: 101 children in foster care WYFF News 4

Foster parents are needed for all ages, but there is a particular emphasis on medically fragile children and teenagers (about 33% of the foster care population) WYFF News 4.

Key points for potential foster parents:

Licensing requirements include being at least 21, having a stable income, passing background checks, and having a valid driver’s license and car WCBD News 2.

Foster families receive financial reimbursement for the children’s basic needs.

Agencies offer training, counseling, and respite support to help families succeed Thompson Child and Family Focus.

Help us fill a need.

We need more foster parents. (we will work along beside you)
We need help in recruiting.
We need help in respite care (giving foster parents a day off)
We need help in supporting foster families.

06/21/2026

Fatherly Example

I noticed a trend around here at the Home for Children. Many of the children call their house parents mom and dad. That word dad is not thrown around. It carries a lot of responsibility.

Yet I see the love these parents have for their children. The care. The compassion. I am thoroughly impressed. They view this as a calling.

The children get to see a 'Fatherly Example'. They purposely look up to these parents. So let me say to all the foster parents out there, Happy Father's Day. You are making a difference.

06/19/2026

Did you know?

The SC Home for Children has been working with DSS since 1976. We became license to accept children during this time.

This partnership has allowed us to make an impact in the lives of children that would not normally come through our system. We have been able to share Christ to 1000's of children.

Thank you for your support over these years. You are making a difference. "Changing generations one child at a time."

06/18/2026

At 2024 General Assembly our General Overseer set forth the vision: We Pray, We Care, We Disciple, We Go, We Preach.

The HFC fulfills this mission.

We pray for the Lord to connect us with the right child to meet their need in Christ.

We Go to the need. Kids come from all over.

We Preach, proclaim the gospel to each child.

We Disciple our children through church and bible studies.

We serve. Meeting the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of each child.

06/17/2026

Did you know?

The Home for Children, your home, serves all counties in South Carolina. Although we are located in Greenville County we have had children as far away as Georgetown and Charleston counties.

This is truly is a South Carolina mission.
Thank you SC Church of God for your support. Thank you for the many people who see the mission of this ministry to children.

06/16/2026

Testimony Tuesday

"Jesus loves me."

That was said by one of our young children. This child constantly asked the house parent, "Do you love me?". All through out the day.

Maybe he needed the affirmation. Maybe he needed to "feel loved". No matter the reason this was the question, over and over again.

But something changed. It was a Monday morning. (All our children attend church on Sunday.) This Monday after devotion and prayer the house parent shared, "I love you". With all sincerity the young child looks up and says, "Jesus, loves me."

The HFC has a mission to share Christ with all our children. Our goal is that each child knows that Jesus loves them and wants a personal relationship with Him.

"Changing generations one child at a tome."

06/15/2026

How many kids do we have in the home? That is the most common question that I am asked.

Currently as of the last report we have 14 children. We are waiting on more to be placed.

Each of the house parents can care for 5 kids. We have 3 house parents so the max with waivers is 15 (21 with waivers). This standard is set to offer the best of care set for these children. (Family First Act)

We also have a home open (looking for some house parents). This would increase us to 20 (28 max).

We are working towards our 2nd off campus foster parent. (We had 5 kids in the last report.) That gives us the potential to add 10 more children.

Thank you for your continued support of the home. You're making a difference and these kids lives. You're "Changing a generation one child at a time."

06/14/2026

The Home for Children, your home, was founded in 1956. That means we have been doing ministry for over 70 years. Could you imagine the children that have been impacted? The stories that could be told. T

I have already heard some of the stories of the alumni of the home. Today they are changing generations.

The system has changed some but the mission stays the same.

Thank you for your support. Thank you for your vision and seeing the mission of "Changing generations one child at a time."

Address

1810 NE Main Street
Simpsonville, SC
29681

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+18649678987

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