Maggie’s Place Receive $600,000 Grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation
MAGGIE’S PLACE RECEIVES $600,000 GRANT FROM THE BOB & RENEE PARSONS FOUNDATION TO OPEN THE HANNAH HOUSE Maggie’s Place will open its fourth Arizona Home, The Hannah House, thanks to a generous $600,000 grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, an...
Problem Solving
I received my undergraduate degree at a university well-known for its engineering program. I, however, received a degree in Psychology - so you could say my homework didn’t require that I solve as many problems as other students on campus. All the same, I really like...
Maggie’s Thrift Celebrates its Second Year!
This month, we celebrate the two-year anniversary of Maggie's Thrift! As time continues, we only get busier and more successful, thanks to our donors who contribute to our success in a most tangible way. Every donation is put to good use; whether it is sold to a...
The Smallest Gift
Our volunteers and donors are fantastic. Generosity truly does keep our doors open and our house afloat. Sometimes there is a desperate need and Divine Providence provides suddenly in the last minute. Other times, a seemingly simple gift makes all the difference....
Maggie’s Place has a new Executive Director!
Maggie's Place is excited to announce Laura Magruder as the new Maggie's Place Executive Director. Magruder was selected after a several-month search, and came to Maggie’s Place from Communities in Schools of Arizona where she served as Executive Director and State...
Simple
"Simple September," written by Teresa, Director of Programs Support Services and former MissionCorps member.
One day at a time….
These last few weeks have been especially busy at The Michael House as we prepared to receive new moms, welcomed two women interviewing to become MissionCorps members, and trained many new volunteers and student interns from ASU and GCC. All of this on top of...
On Giving House Tours
Recently, I had the blessing of leading a small group on a tour through our lovely home, The Magdalene House. Although it was a crazy-busy day and I had about 412 things on my to-do list, the break of showing the house to a mother and her five children was exactly...
Practicing Simplicity this Month
You might see the term "Simple September" posted on our website or mentioned in our homes this month. Wondering what all the buzz is about? Time for a little Maggie’s Place history: Several years ago, our account balance dropped so low that we were unable to...
The Simple Pleasures
In the crazy hustle and bustle of the day, sometimes all it takes is one small thing to bring you joy. It’s so easy to get all wrapped up in your “to do list” that sometimes we just become overwhelmed with life! When this happens, especially at Maggie’s Place, I’ve...
Five Inspiring Moments at Maggie’s Place
Recently, I started my third year at Maggie’s Place. I wanted to share a list of five experiences that have inspired me during my time here! #5. Getting dozens and dozens of eggs donated just days before we had a big omelette extravaganza planned. And the ...
We’ve got a new look!
Welcome to our redesigned website and updated brand! We’re thrilled to present this fresh look to our work of providing expectant women a place to call home during their pregnancy. Take a quick tour to learn more about our mission, including: More stories and photos...
Zechariah House Golf Scramble 2013
On behalf of the moms, staff and board members of Maggie's Place Ohio and The Zechariah House, we want to thank you for joining us on Sunday, June 23 for our first-ever golf scramble at Fowler's Mill Golf Course in Chesterland! We were happy to welcome 68 golfers to...
Spring 2013 Becky Most Scholarship Winners – Sonia & Amanda
After a detailed application and interview process, Maggie’s Place selected this year’s recipients who will both receive $1,000 scholarships. Congratulations again to our winners! Please read more about this year’s recipients below: The Becky Most Scholarship Fund is...
St. Bernard’s Shower of Love 2013
Over 20 moms from the Arizona homes attended the "Shower of Love," hosted by the Knights of Columbus and their wives at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church. What a shower it was! Each mom received three gifts and chose from hundreds of clothing items, toys,...
Treated Like Royalty
Valentine's day proves to be a difficult time for many of our moms who have broken relationships. But for the past several years, Morrison Foods and Dignity Health - Chandler Regional Medical Center have made an extra special effort to show these moms that they are...
Maggie’s Place Co-founder, Mary Peterson, is featured as a Hero story on Channel 12 News
Mary Peterson steps down from leadership at Maggie’s Place after helping pregnant women in our community for 13 years. She is featured as a Hero story on Channel 12 news. Watch the video below or click here to watch on azcentral.com
High School Volunteers Make a Difference
A special Maggie's Place shout out goes to a remarkable high school student effort, the Padua Franciscan High School "Christmas for Others" student charitable campaign, which recently donated $500 in support of The Zechariah House! Padua Franciscan High School is a...
Zechariah House Recognized by Suns News
The Zechariah House in Parma, Ohio was recently featured in an article by Jack Marschall, columnist for the Sun News. Read about the recognition he gave the important work of Maggie's Place Ohio.
Loving One Another in the Moment
Just over a week ago, one of our moms went into labor. The staff members were in a meeting at the time, so we heard the news when a house coverage volunteer came to find us. Upon learning that she needed to go to the hospital, one of the other staff members “went with...