The new Childrenโs Safe Harbor facility in Conroe has reached a major milestone, marking significant progress in its construction. The $10 million, 45,000-square-foot center, located on Loop 336 East, is expected to open this fall, providing essential services to abused children across Montgomery, Walker, and San Jacinto counties.
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On February 26, project leaders, staff, board members, law enforcement officials, donors, and invited guests toured the facility and received an update on its progress. A topping-out ceremony was held, a traditional milestone in construction where the final beam is raised, symbolizing the completion of the buildingโs structure.
During the event, board members and donors signed beams in the buildingโs lobby, leaving behind inspirational messages. Childrenโs Safe Harbor Executive Director Victoria Constance referred to the space as โGodโs house,โ expressing her emotional reaction upon seeing the facility come to life.
God makes me wait, but when He shows up, it is so much more than I could imagine, Constance said. A Decade-Long Journey Toward Expansion
Childrenโs Safe Harbor has been serving the Montgomery County area for 27 years, offering justice, healing, and hope to child victims of sexual and physical abuse. In 2023 alone, the organization provided services to 2,302 children, reviewed 8,928 reports of abuse, and conducted more than 26,500 forensic interviews since its founding in 1998.
The nonprofitโs expansion has been in the works for 10 years, with groundbreaking taking place in August 2023.
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The new center, situated on 17 acres, is designed to foster a healing environment for children and their families. Key features include:
A first-floor healing garden, along with a law enforcement area, a conference and training center, and a medical clinic.
A second floor filled with natural light, designed to provide a comfortable space for children to share their stories and receive counseling. This level will also house a gym and dining area for staff.
A tree-lined perimeter, ensuring privacy and a sense of security for children and families seeking refuge.
To symbolize hope and healing, polished stones were given to children, families, board members, and staff, who were encouraged to make a wish before placing them into the buildingโs foundation.
The facility is being constructed by Houston-based Tellepsen, with Aaron Murray serving as the project manager. Funding the Future
Funding for the new facility comes from a combination of public and private donations:
In June 2022, the Woodforest Charitable Foundation committed $2.5 million for naming rights.
In 2023, State Rep. Will Metcalf (R-Conroe) secured $5 million from the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Additional contributions from local donors, including Dan and Judge Lisa Michalk, Mike and Vanessa Manners, Joy-Dawn Colburn, Ron Cooke, and Mike Stoecker, helped bring the total to $10 million.
ExxonMobil donated $100,000 in January 2024.
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With its expanded space and enhanced resources, the new Childrenโs Safe Harbor facility will provide a safe and supportive environment for abused children, ensuring they receive the justice, healing, and hope they deserve.
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