ABCFM MONTICELLO
Southeast Arkansas Regional Ministry Center
Established in 1894, Monticello is where ABCFM’s mission began—but today, it’s so much more. Now serving as our Southeast Arkansas Regional Ministry Center, this site offers ABCFM’s full range of Christ-centered services for children and families.
Greater ministry to
meet greater needs
“‘How can we (ABCFM) help you (churches)?’ This is what we have now! We have felt so powerless in our community and for the first time, we have a way to help vulnerable families because of this change on your campus. We now have a ministry in town helping us as churches serve Monticello.”
From foster care and family support to counseling and early childhood education, the same ministries serving families statewide are fully accessible right here in Monticello.
With over 130 years of ministry, ABCFM Monticello continues to be a beacon of hope for children and families—a trusted regional center where healing, support, and transformation begin.
Services at a Glance
ARKANSAS BAPTIST HOMES FOR CHILDREN + CONNECTED FOSTER CARE
Providing real homes and a real family environment to brothers and sisters in foster care. Our private foster care division provides the case management services for the children in our care.
LIVING WELL PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING
Providing Christ-centered professional counseling to individuals of all ages, couples, and families in Southeast Arkansas.
EXPLORERS ACADEMY
Providing Christ-centered, sensory rich childcare services for the community of Monticello.
DESIRED HAVEN FAMILY CARE
Desired Haven Family Care walks alongside vulnerable families, helping them build stability and access vital resources. One family care home is available on campus.
What began in 1894 as a home for children in need of family right here in Monticello, Arkansas, has grown to 6 Christ-centered services reaching every corner of our state to build, strengthen, and restore Arkansas families for God’s glory. Now, each of those divisions are offered right here where it all began.
