What would you think of a child who gave his brand new, shiny, red fire truck to a boy he had never met but had heard was sad because the boy had lost his own toy when his parents divorced? What would you think of a that child if you knew the brand new fire truck was to be his only real Christmas present?
Meet ten-year-old Jaylyn. When his dad stepped out of the picture, Grandpa stepped in to raise Jaylyn along with eight other grandchildren. At the I.G. Homes Branch, Jaylyn found stability, caring mentors, and a place to be a kid. Jaylyn has since blossomed into an extraordinary young man.
When he was selected as the 2005 Kid of the Year, Jaylyn was both honored and terrified to deliver his speech. The staff’s positive reinforcement boosted Jaylyn’s self-confidence and provided him with the tools necessary to overcome his fears and trust himself. Jaylyn continues to thrive and develop the character that will help him make a difference throughout his life.