Boys Town: Saving Children, Healing Families
See how the more than 100-year-old nonprofit is changing the way America cares for children and families.
For more than a century, Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families. Founded in 1917 by Father Edward J. Flanagan with the belief that "there are no bad children," the organization has grown from a small home for boys in Omaha into one of the nation's leading nonprofit child and family care organizations.
Today, Boys Town's mission extends far beyond its historic Village in Nebraska. Through research-based programs, the organization provides residential care, in-home family services, foster care, mental and behavioral health care, educational support, parenting resources, and crisis intervention for children and families facing life's toughest challenges. Its services are designed to help children thrive while strengthening families and communities.
Many families are also familiar with Boys Town National Research Hospital, recognized for its specialized care in hearing, speech, language, and related disorders. Together with its youth care and community programs, Boys Town reaches millions of children, parents, educators, and caregivers across the country each year.
While Boys Town's impact is national, its roots remain firmly planted in the Omaha community. Guided by Father Flanagan's enduring vision, the organization continues to provide hope, healing, and second chances for children and families in need. Whether through direct care, education, research, or family support, Boys Town remains committed to helping every child build a brighter future and every family discover the tools they need to succeed.
To learn more about this wonderful organization, visit Boystown.org.