FamFest 2021: Celebrating 150 Years of Family
“Most days are a roller coaster ride in foster care; it was so nice to ride an ACTUAL rollercoaster! Plus, seeing the kids’ faces when they met Bugs Bunny, priceless!”
Meet Edwin – A Wellroot Scholarship Recipient
The Wellroot Family Services Scholarship Program recognizes students for their community service, academic performance, and demonstrated leadership and participation in school. In the 2020-2021 award year, over 4,400 students from
From Orphanage to Home: 1934-1951
The second quarter of the twentieth century was a tumultuous time for many in the country. Many charitable organizations struggled under the financial impacts of the Great Depression. However, as
The Home: 1900-1934
In honor of Wellroot’s 150th anniversary, we’re posting a series of articles focused on Wellroot’s history! Wellroot’s Beginning Wellroot: The Early Years As the world entered into a new century
Wellroot Family Services Welcomes Two New Executive Leaders to Support More Families in Georgia
Wellroot Family Services, one of Georgia’s largest and longest-operating child welfare organizations, welcomes Christina Lennon and Jenny Paveglio to help lead the organization’s new family preservation work. FOR IMMEDIATE
Grace’s First Car
When a child in care turns 18, they have the option to stay in state care and receive supportive services that will help them make the challenging transition toward independence.
Wellroot: The Early Years
Throughout Wellroot’s 150th Anniversary Celebration, we’ll be exploring our history and roots as The United Methodist Children’s Home. Read our first article here. At Wellroot, we stand on the shoulders
Individuals across Georgia raise over $47,000 for children in foster care!
On May 1, 2021, 32 teams and 268 walkers/runners from across North Georgia celebrated Wellroot’s 150th-anniversary of serving families & children in Georgia during Wellroot’s Founder’s Day 5K & Mustard
A Faith Milestone for Ari
In Georgia, thousands of children are in need of a supportive, stable home where they can be guided through important milestones—to reach their full potential. Wellroot Family Services connects these