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Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has broken the cycle of neglect and abuse for over 30,000 kids since 1887. Mercy Home for Boys & Girls saves young lives by providing a safe, nurturing residential treatment home.

9 %
of our kids matriculated to the next grade level.
4537
therapy sessions were given to kids and their families.
41 Youth
held 203 jobs, both on- and off-campus.
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Our Programs

Youth Residential Program

14 residential therapeutic Homes that provide structure and support. Read More >>

AfterCare Program

Ensures that the kids we help continue to be successful long after they leave Mercy Home. Read More >>

Friends First Mentoring

Having a mentor allows kids to make a trusted friend, explore their communities, and create a better future. Read More >>

“I fit in,” he said. “It’s like there was a missing a piece, and I was that piece that just connected.”

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