Christian home for children seperated from their parents
Since 1954, Sunshine Acres has been a non-profit home for children who are separated from their parents for many reasons. They are a full-time, year around Christian home for children who might otherwise be homeless. They take no State or Federal money and have never turned a child away because there was no money for their care.
Keywords: Homeless, Children's services, non-profit
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1954
What is your primary product or service?
To provide a loving, wholesome, Christian home for children who are separated from their parents, and to help them establish long-term relationships with stable parental figures preparing them for success in adult life.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Our founders, Jim & Vera Dingman prayed for 17 years that God would give them a home for children in need. Then in 1953, they acquired this property and started preparing it for licensing. They received their license to care for children in April of 1954 and took their first 2 children shortly thereafter.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are completely unique. We have cared for over 1900 children free of charge since 1954. This has been accomplished without state & federal money, without solicitation or charging families a fee to place their children with us. We are funded 100% via unsolicited private & corporate donations, legacy gifts and our thrift store.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location only. No plans to expand to additional locations, however our campus will support our vision of 240 children here some day. That will require 24 children's homes here on our 109 acre property. We currently have 7 homes, supporting 70 children.
Provide detailed directions to your location
3405 N. Higley Road, Mesa, AZ 85215
We are located on Higley Road, between Thomas & McDowell, in NE Mesa, AZ.
Please call for exact directions from your location. (480) 832-2540
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, check, money order, credit cards accepted.
Donations can be made in person, or via credit card over the phone or through our website.
Which areas do you service?
Primarily Arizona
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Our President/CEO is Carol Whitworth, daughter of our founders.
Our Executive Director, Kevin Humphrey, is the grandson of our founders.
What are your hours of operation?
We provide care of our children 24 hours a day / 365 days a year.
Office hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm,
Saturdays 10am-4pm
and we offer seasonal Sunday hours of 1-4 pm.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
To see a child or former child break the cycle of abuse and abandonment they have suffered.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Matthew 19:14 New International Version (NIV)
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
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