Where the Love Light Gleams: Community Care Christmas Party Brings Families Together
December 22, 2025 • When Zeni, a former Mercy Homer resident, found out that her five-year-old nephew’s school was having cookies with Santa Claus,...
Since 1887, Mercy Home for Boys & Girls has provided children and families with healing and tools to build brighter futures. It gives children who’ve experienced abuse, neglect, or violence a safe home, educational support, and career guidance.
Our Programs
Youth Residential Program
Young people live with us full time in a safe, structured, and supportive home. Read More
Community Care Program
Provides support and continued connection to our Home for former residents and for families. Read More
Friends First Mentoring
Volunteer mentors make a lifetime of difference in the lives of children. Read More
News from Mercy Home
The Christmas Season Begins with Annual Tree Lighting
December 9, 2025 • A beloved holiday tradition kicked off the Christmas season at Mercy Home when our young people, coworkers, board members, and...
Thanksgiving and the Empty Box
December 3, 2025 • For 32 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a priest at St. Robert Bellarmine and celebrating Mass with...
Paying It Forward: Celebrating Gratitude This Thanksgiving
December 3, 2025 • Our young people marked Thanksgiving week with spiritual celebrations at both of our locations and meals featuring all the classic...
