On this powerful episode of Southaven Business Beat, we sit down with Anna Bell, Community Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator at Palmer Home for Children, to hear the heart behind one of Mississippi’s most impactful nonprofits. With 130 years of unwavering service, Palmer Home provides a safe, loving, and faith-centered environment for children in need, no matter where they come from. It Takes a Village. This is the real-life impact of Palmer Home.
Palmer Home’s story began in 1895, born from the compassion of local churches in Columbus, Mississippi, and has since grown into a transformative, holistic organization serving children from birth to 17. Anna Bell shares how Palmer Home has adapted through generations, expanded its campus in Lake Cormorant, and remained committed to restoring hope—without any government funding. Yes, you read that right. All of this incredible work is powered by private donors, churches, volunteers, and businesses like yours.
🎯 Whether you’re a family in need, a business looking to give back, or someone with a servant heart wondering how you can make a difference—this episode is for you.
We dive into:
Palmer Home’s faith-based mission
How the organization keeps siblings together
Their unique cottage-style homes and 150-acre campus
What it means to raise 50 children as a community
Ways your business, church, or team can serve and sponsor
Real-life success stories that will inspire and move you
From pizza nights and basketball in the gym to therapy, education, and mentorship, Palmer Home ensures that every child is seen, heard, and valued.
And yes—there are plenty of ways to get involved, from volunteering and mentoring to hosting events in their stunning new $8.2 million Wellness Center.
👇 So here’s what you can do next:
🎥 Watch this episode in full to learn the story behind the mission.
💬 Leave a comment telling us how YOU want to support.
🔔 Subscribe to the channel for more local impact stories.
🫶 Visit palmerhome.org to donate or volunteer.
Let’s be the village it takes. The children are 20% of our population, and 100% of our future. Let’s invest wisely. 💙
⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome to Southaven Business Beat
00:47 – Meet Annabel from Palmer Home
01:10 – The 130-Year History of Palmer Home
02:22 – Why Palmer Home Has Endured Generations
03:15 – The Move to Hernando: 150 Acres of Hope
04:12 – Inside the Cottage-Style Living Model
05:08 – A National Impact: Children from 14 States
06:18 – Restorative Care: Therapy, Faith, and Love
07:06 – Community Partnerships & Volunteer Roles
08:03 – Tour of the $8.2M Wellness Center
09:22 – Free Facility Use for Local Businesses
10:15 – Why We Need the Whole Village
11:21 – Real Stories of Transformation
13:22 – Keeping Sibling Groups Together
14:31 – Annual Fundraisers & Events to Get Involved
15:57 – The Radiothon, Tailgates & Shotguns & Sunflowers
16:44 – Hard Goodbyes, Beautiful Reunions
17:05 – What If My Family Needs Palmer Home?
18:16 – How to Reach Out and What to Expect
19:06 – Businesses, Mentors & Sunday School Groups Welcome
20:28 – Final Thoughts: Focus on the Future
🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if this conversation moved you. Share it with a friend, your church, or your business network. You never know who might be looking for a place to serve—or who might need the help Palmer Home provides.
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