Marsh Foundation Youth Enjoy First Annual Spring Formal

VAN WERT, Ohio – The youth of The Marsh Foundation had a new experience this year with the implementation of a Spring Formal. Thanks to the oversight of the director of residential services, Kathleen Davis, and a core committee of seniors led by principal Robbie Breese, the dream became a reality.

The spring formal was recently held at Trinity United Methodist Church in Van Wert. The evening featured music, a disk jockey, snacks and a promenade. “We wanted to give our kids the experience of attending a mainstream high school prom,” Davis said. “Thanks to some generous donations, and a lot of individuals stepping up to help, I think we were able to accomplish that.”

Fettig’s Flowers in Van Wert donated a portion of the cost for boutonnieres and corsages. Andy Gearhart, of Alspach-Gearhart Funeral Home, provided a limousine to transport youth to the dance. His daughters served as designated chauffeurs, opening the car doors for them to exit.

The theme for the evening was ‘Hollywood’ complete with decorations including their own red carpet and walk of fame. The chaperones dressed as paparazzi and spent the evening photographing the happenings. Van Wert High School graciously allowed The Marsh to use some of the prom decorations that they no longer needed.

Serving children and families since 1922, The Marsh Foundation is a not-for-profit children’s services agency that provides behavioral treatment in a variety of settings. Services include group homes, foster care, an intensive treatment program and independent living. Located in Van Wert, Ohio, the organization’s group homes are licensed for up to 36 children ages 7 – 17, offers an on-campus school for grades 2 – 12 and provides a variety of clinical services to group home residents, foster children and community members.

The mission of The Marsh Foundation is to inspire hope, to teach and to care for children and families. For more information about The Marsh, visit www.marshfoundation.org.

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