Support Us
Through A Donation
Childplace would not be here without the generous contributions of countless individuals, churches, and other organizations.
As a not-for-profit agency, Childplace counts on the monetary and in-kind support of numerous individuals, families, churches, businesses, organizations, etc. There are many ways to support Childplace financially, some of those ways are outlined below. Childplace is a 501(c)(3), non-profit agency, so all gifts are tax-deductible.
Individual Support
Gifts can be made online or mailed to:
Childplace, Inc.
2420 East 10th Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Wishlist Items
Childplace has a constant need for certain items for the residential cottages and maternity/transitional living program.
A wishlist of needed items and potential gifts is available here.
Church Support
In addition to special contributions throughout the year, many churches have given to Childplace on a monthly or annual basis since the 1960s.
A Gift of Stock
Naming Childplace as the beneficiary of an insurance policy that is no longer needed is a great way to make a charitable gift to Childplace.
Life Insurance
Naming Childplace as the beneficiary of an insurance policy that is no longer needed is a great way to make a charitable gift to Childplace.
Charitable Gift Annuity
A CGA allows you to make a contribution to the work of Childplace and receive income for life in a monthly, quarterly, or yearly payment.
Memorial Gifts
Many individuals send monetary gifts on the occasion of the death of a loved one or friend. A list of memorial gifts is printed in the Childplace Newsletter. In addition, a certificate of recognition is provided to individuals identified by the donating person or entity affirming that a gift was made in memory of the person. Actual monetary amounts donated are not disclosed.
Planned Giving
Planned giving provides a way to leave a legacy. Many individuals have designated Childplace as a beneficiary in their will or established a trust to benefit Childplace for years to come. If you have included Childplace in your will, please make sure you inform us, so that we may provide you with a “Childplace Leave a Legacy” plaque for you.
Honor Gifts
Individuals send monetary gifts to honor and celebrate a person’s birthday, retirement, anniversary, significant event, or special achievement. A list of honorees is printed in the Childplace Newsletter. In addition, a certificate of recognition is provided to individuals identified by the donating person or entity affirming that a gift was made in honor of the person. Actual monetary amounts donated are not disclosed.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers play a key role in allowing Childplace to go above and beyond in meeting the needs of the children and families entrusted to us. There are multiple ways to volunteer at Childplace, here are a few:
One-Time Service Opportunity or Event
Childplace relies on numerous groups from local churches, businesses, etc, as well as individuals to complete specific service projects and campus events such as: painting, landscaping, organizing a mailout, light construction, cookouts for clients and families, craft projects with kids, Mother’s Day event for teen moms in Childplace’s Pregnancy and Parenting Program, etc. Volunteer participants in this category are required to sign a confidentiality/volunteer agreement and abide by a code of conduct while on the Childplace Campus. Events and one-time projects are supervised by Childplace staff at all times.
Childplace Volunteer Mentor
Mentors have direct contact with Childplace clients and provide support in areas of recreation, tutoring, mentoring of older adolescents, off-campus trips and outings, etc. Please contact Kim Samuel at kims@childplace.org about our current mentoring opportunities.
Mentors are required to:
- Complete the Childplace Volunteer Application.
- Submit contact information for three personal references.
- Provide a copy of your diploma or highest level of education completed.
- Complete a physical or submit a record of a physical from the last 90 days.
- Complete CPR/First Aid certification.
- Receive the Hepititus B vaccine or sign a statement declining the series of shots.
- Provide a copy of your birth certificate (must be 21 years of age to serve as a mentor.)
- Provide a copy of your driver's license.
- Complete bloodborne pathogens training.
- Complete a TB skin test or submit record of a "negative" skin test from the last 90 days.
After all of the aforementioned items are completed and the volunteer is connected to a volunteer role, Childplace will provide reimbursement for the cost of obtaining the aformentioned items.