Proclamation
140th Anniversary
Children’s Home of Stockton
Whereas, Children’s Home of Stockton was founded in 1882 by the Ladies Aid Society of Stockton as an orphanage, they recognized the need for a children’s shelter that provided services for dependent and neglected children; and Whereas, the success of this effort and the tireless efforts over the last 140 years to strengthen and uphold its mission to give at-risk youth an opportunity for a productive life through treatment and education in a safe, nurturing environment; and Whereas, Children’s Home of Stockton has worked with local non-profits to partner and provide direct and lasting services for youth and families, they have also sponsored legislation and fought to protect and strengthen justice against human trafficking and for youth’s health, well-being, education ; and Whereas, Children’s Home of Stockton in 2021 and in collaboration with United Way of San Joaquin County, and funding provided by the City of Stockton, opened Catalyst, a fully staffed around-the-clock 12-bed Transitional Housing Program for Transition Age Youth (TAY) ages 18-24; and Now, Therefore, I, Benjamin Cantu, Mayor of the City of Manteca, on behalf of City Council, do recognize, honor and congratulate Children’s Home of Stockton on its 140th Anniversary and commend them for their significant contributions to the youth and families of San Joaquin County.
DATE: April 5, 2022
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Mayor Benjamin J. Cantu
ATTACHMENT 1
Mayor Cantu • Vice Mayor Halford • Councilmember Breitenbucher • Councilmember Nuño • Councilmember Singh