Josiah White's

11/04/2025

👋 Say hello to our newest teammates—Kaley, Madisyn, Tabitha, and Chad!

We love seeing our community grow with people who are passionate, dedicated, and ready to make a difference. Drop a “welcome!” in the comments to help them feel at home!

Interested in for your career? Explore our open positions at josiahwhites.org/careers

11/03/2025

Counting Down to Giving Tuesday!📆💚

We’re just a few weeks away from Giving Tuesday! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 2nd, a global day of generosity held each year on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. It’s a moment when individuals come together to give back, support meaningful causes, and choose to make a difference.

This year, your generosity toward Josiah White’s will directly support our Spiritual Life programming, empowering students and offering them a healthy second chance through the transformative love of Jesus.

Join us on Facebook throughout the day for live updates, inspiring stories, and opportunities to partner with us as we provide hope to every lost sheep.

Together, we can make a meaningful difference. 💙🙏

11/01/2025

November is ! We’re celebrating our incredible foster families who have adopted or are on the path to becoming a forever family.

Adoption through foster care is a journey of love, hope, and permanency. Our families honor each child’s roots while trusting God to write a new chapter of healing and belonging. We’re thankful to walk alongside them through it all. 💙

Join us in praying for children and families across the state who are in the process of adoption.

10/31/2025

As October comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on what a busy and fun month it’s been! 🎃

Our Culture & Connection Committee hosted a Trunk or Treat for staff families; complete with games, caramel apples, and some seriously creative trunks. Our cottages also joined the fall fun with painted pumpkins on display. We love the creativity on campus and the memories made together!🍁✨

10/31/2025

🌟 Celebrating 175 Years of Legacy 🌟

At Josiah White’s, legacy isn’t just built over decades—it’s woven into everyday moments of care. From warm cookies in the cottage to cheering in the bleachers, our team shows up with love, and that love leaves a mark.

This week, we’re honored to share the words of Wendele Mealy, whose reflection beautifully captures the spirit of legacy in action:

Wendele Mealy shares:
“Josiah White’s impacts those we serve on a daily basis. From the family teacher who takes time to make cookies for their cottage, our CEO who takes a student to Fort Wayne for a haircut, the case manager who shows up for all of their boys’ basketball games. It is the culmination of small, consistent gestures done in love that makes a lasting impact on those we serve.”

https://josiahwhites.org/celebrating-175-years-of-josiah-whites/

10/30/2025

Justin’s story is more than a campus success — it’s a journey of healing, mentorship, and purpose.

Over 11 months at Josiah White’s, Justin grew from a student with potential into a confident young leader. Whether working shifts in the greenhouse or training in the Barbell Club, he discovered strength through community and connection.

His dream has always been to work in the automotive field. Thanks to a generous gift from the William J. and Bonnie L. Hefner Foundation, that dream is now within reach. Justin became the first student to receive a full set of professional tools to take home — equipping him to begin his career with confidence and pride.

This is what a healthy second chance looks like.

Read the full story to see how community, mentorship, and generosity came together to change a life. 💚

Josiah White’s has been Justin’s home for 11 months. Now, as he prepares to return home, Justin carries with him the emotional and practical tools he needs to succeed in life. Justin’s story is a testimony of the power of connection, the importance of community, and the transformative power of...

10/29/2025

"There’s always a light at the end of the tunnel — just keep moving."

That’s Nick’s advice, a former student whose journey reflects the power of hope and perseverance. Before coming to Josiah White’s, Nick faced experiences that made growing up especially hard, including exposure to violence and substance use.

Today, he’s a different young man—focused on his goals, motivated to grow, and learning the value of trust and the support of a caring community.

When asked if being at Josiah White’s gave him a second chance, Nick didn’t hesitate:

“Being here saved my life. If I wasn’t here, I don’t know where I’d be.”

At Josiah White’s, we believe in the power of one—that every individual has a God-given purpose and a story worth sharing. We’re deeply grateful for Nick’s journey of transformation and invite you to join us in prayer for him and for all the youth we serve.

Stories like Nick’s happen because of the encouragement and care of our community. Thank you for helping make these transformations possible.

10/27/2025

October is and we’re taking a moment to honor the incredible spiritual leaders who pour into our students and staff.💚💙

We especially want to recognize our Campus Chaplain, Brady Bolen, for his strong faith and lasting impact in the time he's been in this position. Brady is currently away on military orders, and while his presence is deeply missed, his influence continues through those carrying on his work until he returns.

Katie Bolen - Spiritual Life Support, Brady’s wife, is a steady and compassionate force, meeting the needs of our staff and students with grace and excellence.

Brian Smith - Residential Teaching Specialist, is leading small groups with joy and intentionality, creating spaces where students feel seen and heard.

Alex Smith - Maintenance Technician, is faithfully leading our students through chapel services.

Nick Miller - Director of Donor Relations, is uplifting our team through Monday Morning Devotionals, bringing encouragement and positivity to start each week.

Nate Plyler - Math Teacher, is preparing and executing our upcoming Candlelight Service in December

Many of our staff not only minister here, but also to their own congregations. To all who serve in pastoral ministry, whether here at Josiah White's or in churches and organizations, thank you. Your willingness to answer the call, your steady compassion, and your faithful leadership ripple outward in ways seen and unseen. You make a difference every single day, and we are deeply grateful.

10/24/2025

🌟 Celebrating 175 Years of Impact 🌟

Since the mid-1800s, Josiah White’s has been a place of transformation, hope, and unwavering purpose. As we mark 175 years of ministry, we’re spotlighting voices that embody the heart of our mission—those who have lived it, loved it, and continue to shape its future.

This week, we’re honored to share the words of Tracey Riggle, MSW, LCSW, one of our own. Her reflection speaks to the legacy Josiah White’s continues to build, one rooted in faith, service, and generational impact:

Tracey Riggle shares: “Leaving a legacy means that we impart the things we value into future generations. This is important because it is one way that we help shape the next generation to value faith, service to others and the importance of these values.

Josiah White's has not only been a place I come to work, but also a place where my children grew up on campus seeing the work first hand. As adults, they both have a passion for the work done here.”

josiahwhites.org/celebrating-175-years-of-josiah-whites/

10/22/2025

👋 Our Community Continues to Grow!

We’re thrilled to welcome Shaylie Byrd, Reece Stepler, Susan Hobson, Amanda “Mandee” Williams, and Jesse Perdomo to the Josiah White’s team!

Each of them brings unique talents and perspectives that will enrich our team and help advance our mission. We can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make!

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10/20/2025

Last week, members of Josiah White’s Family Services and Residential Teams attended the Teaching-Family Association Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah!

This annual event brings together TFA organizations from around the world to share ideas, strengthen model implementation, enhance staff support, and deepen excellence in residential treatment and family services.

Each year, we are proud to send a Family Teacher as our “Practitioner of the Year” and a Supervisor as our “Consultant of the Year.” This year, we’re thrilled to celebrate Dalton McKinney as our Practitioner of the Year and Zach Prater as our Consultant of the Year! 👏 Both were recognized for their outstanding dedication and impact in their roles.

Our Residential team also enjoyed meaningful time for connection and fellowship outside of conference hours; including a tour of Alpine Academy, another residential treatment facility.

We’re grateful for opportunities like this to learn, grow, and return refreshed — ready to continue providing outstanding care and support to those we serve.💙

10/17/2025

🌟 Celebrating 175 Years of Impact 🌟

Since the mid-1800s, Josiah White’s has stood as a place of transformation, hope, and unwavering purpose. As we honor 175 years of ministry, we’re lifting up voices that reflect the heart of our mission—those who recognize its reach and continue to champion its growth.

This week, we’re grateful to share the words of Teresa Galley, whose reflection speaks to the generational impact Josiah White’s has made across Indiana:

Teresa Galley shares: “Josiah White's has been a part of our community since the mid-1800s and, during that time, has made an impact on so many in our community and throughout Indiana. I have seen the true impact that JW is making on the trajectory of the lives of so many young people. It has been amazing to watch Josiah White's grow their reach, all to benefit the young people they serve.”

https://josiahwhites.org/celebrating-175-years-of-josiah-whites/