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March 21, 2025
Hope
Fr. Flanagan believed youth is the world’s greatest asset and its hope. Hope should shape how we live. At Boys Town, we remind youth and families that hope can transform even the hardest situations.
March 13, 2025
Boys Town: A Community of Love and Second Chances
Boys Town, founded in 1917, provides a loving, supportive environment for at-risk children. Tony Jones, a former resident, now helps guide kids to success through education and workforce readiness.
Media Outlet
March 12, 2025
New Orleans Pelicans and Saints Massage Therapist Shares Her Journey of Grit and Resilience
Amanda Martinez, a Mandeville native and massage therapist for the Pelicans and Saints, overcame challenges in her youth at Boys Town in Omaha, shaping her journey to business ownership and success.
Media Outlet
March 7, 2025
Changing Our Environment
Fr. Flanagan believed a loving, faith-filled environment fosters change. At Boys Town, we create spaces filled with love, support, and hope, continuing his mission of nurturing hearts and minds.
March 6, 2025
From Survival to Success: Diana’s Journey of Hope and Resilience
Despite a tough start, Diana found hope at Boys Town. With love, support, and stability, she excelled in college and now inspires others. Help provide children like Diana with a chance to thrive.
Boys Town Contributor
March 3, 2025
Why Celebrity Visits Matter: The Power of Presence at Boys Town
Celebrity visits to Boys Town inspire and uplift kids, showing them they are seen, valued, and worthy of a bright future. These moments of hope create lasting memories and spark new motivation.
Boys Town Contributor
February 28, 2025
The Head and the Heart
True leadership comes from the heart," said Fr. Flanagan. At Boys Town, we don't just reshape minds; we heal hearts. Fr. Flanagan’s love for the youth was the foundation of his work and mission.
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