Media: 2011

The Media section is the source for Baptist Children's Homes (BCH) news and information.

Press releases related to features, events and other newsworthy information is found in the section below. News items are also listed in Current Events. The FAQ section provides answers and up-to-date information about the agency. Official BCH logos and corporate art can be downloaded from the Corporate Identity section.

Inquiries may be directed to BCH's Office of Communications by calling in North Carolina 1-800-476-3669 or contact BCH by email.

08.08.2011 - Bank’s Gift Benefits Children’s Homes’ Pool

Children at Baptist Children’s Homes’ (BCH) campus in Thomasville have kept cool during record summer temperatures thanks to a gift from Bank of North Carolina. The bank gave a $20,000 donation for maintenance and renovations of the Mills Home swimming pool.... more

04.21.2011 - Campbell Soup Gives $6,750 for Children at Odum Home

Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) has received a $6,750 donation from Campbell Soup Supply Company. The Maxton-based soup company raised funds for three charitable organizations including BCH’s Odum Home campus in Pembroke. ... more

04.13.2011 - Children’s Homes Receives Perfect Reaccreditation Score

Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) strives to achieve excellence in every aspect of its statewide ministry to children and families. The exceptional quality that has been realized by the child care organization was officially confirmed in February when BCH received its reaccreditation by the Council on Accreditation (COA). In addition, the ministry was given a perfect score in its final evaluation. ... more

04.02.2011 - Twins' Hearts in Perfect Rhythm

Rebecca and Willie Young became parents for the second time on July 12, 1975. An exhausted Rebecca gave birth to Nancy, the couple’s first daughter, and anxiously waited for the nurse to bring the infant to her. Instead, the medical staff delivered some very unexpected news. “Mrs. Young, get ready. . . there’s another baby coming.” ... more

02.25.2011 - BB&T Pledges $25,000 for Children’s Homes Renovations

Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) has received a $25,000 pledge from BB&T. The Winston-Salem based bank is pledging $5,000 per year for the next five years to assist with renovation projects at BCH’s residential homes. ... more

02.21.2011 - Baptist Children’s Homes Achieves Record Reaccreditation

Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina (BCH) has been reaccredited by the Council on Accreditation of Services for Family and Children (COA). From February 13 to February 16, COA representatives visited BCH’s statewide locations, including Mills Home in Thomasville, conducting detailed examinations of the nonprofit’s residential services. ... more