Joseph Thomas Foundation

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Abilene provides a variety of services for children. Located in Abilene, Texas, the organization conducts various nationwide fundraising activities. It conducts various luncheons, fashion shows, picnics and campaigns. It administers a community-based mentoring program that serves more than 300 community members every year. Additionally, it supports a school-based mentoring program that includes recreational, health, community and academic activities. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Abilene also administers high school and college mentoring programs. The organization provides several volunteer services. It is a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, which is one of the leading mentoring organizations for children in the United States.

Friends For Life is a non-profit organization based in Abilene, Texas, dedicated to improving the lives of individuals in need. With a team of dedicated professionals and volunteers, they offer a range of programs including adult day care, guardianship services, money management, and life skills training. Through their various programs, Friends For Life aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals in McLennan County and Taylor County, providing support and resources to help them lead independent and fulfilling lives.Generated from the website

Hendrick Home for Children was founded in 1939 by West Texas pioneers, Thomas G. and Ida Nations Hendrick. The Hendricks helped settle the Wild West with seven different ranches in New Mexico and West Texas. Together, Mr. and Mrs. Hendrick share a familial ballad that bridges the histories of the Indian territories, Civil War, two World Wars, covered wagons, airplanes, automobiles and the atomic bomb. After the loss of their only son (four-year-old Joseph ) and the providential discovery of oil on several of their ranches, the Hendricks established and largely endowed Hendrick Home for children who, for various reasons, cannot live with their biological families. Dancing with the Abilene Stars - Thursday, January 20, 2011 - Abilene Civic Center - 6: 30 p.m posted by admin, on December 10th, 2010 19th Annual Rooftop Toy Drive - Thursday, December 9, 2010 posted by admin, on September 28th, 2010 Home for the Holidays - Sunday, November 14, 2010 posted by admin, on September 28th, 2010