Floyd Sweeney and his wife, Martha, became acquainted with Presbyterian Children’s Homes and Services over a quarter of a century ago when they visited our historic campus in Farmington, which continues to serve children in need. The Sweeney’s were also fond of then CEO, Harold Showalter. Mr. Showalter invited the couple to the Farmington campus where they witnessed the genuine affection between the children in our care and our program staff. The couple agreed that PCHAS was something very special, doing very special work, and set out to support the agency in every way they could.

Since then, the couple has donated generously and has named PCHAS in their will. Floyd is a Trustee Emeritus, having served on the PCHAS Board of Trustees in the early 1990s and Martha is a PCHAS Ambassador, representing our mission at their church.
Floyd shares, “I’m not sure our story is any different from anyone else who really cares for kids.  We don’t like knowing there are kids suffering.  We only hope what we are doing is enough.  Martha and I see the need and we’re fortunate to be able to help.  And we feel good knowing that once we’re gone, we’ll continue helping.” Martha adds, “It would be impossible to tell you all how much it has meant to Floyd and me to be a part of the PCHAS family.  I don’t think either of us has ever been associated with a more dedicated, loving, caring group of people.”
Because of PCHAS’ dedication to serving children with love and compassion – and the belief that every child is precious in God’s eyes – PCHAS holds a special place in the Sweeneys’ hearts and they are very pleased to provide for PCHAS through a bequest donation. We thank them for creating this legacy of faith which will help children in need for generations to come.