Eric Minton, who retired from Elliot as Chief Operating Officer in 2020 after 19 years of service, was recently honored with the prestigious President’s Award from Thursday’s Child, recognizing his significant contributions to the organization. Minton has served on the board for many years, demonstrating unwavering dedication to Thursday’s Child’s mission. The 501c(3) strives to meet the needs of waiting children and offer support to the families who adopt them by providing services not covered by the state. Minton’s leadership and commitment have guided the organization through various initiatives and challenges.
Elliot has been a long-time supporter of Thursday’s Child, contributing not only financial resources but also active participation in the organization’s events and programs. This partnership has not only strengthened the impact of Thursday’s Child but also fostered a sense of community, allowing it to reach more children and families across Kentucky. The President’s Award is a testament to Minton’s efforts and his positive influence on the organization and the community it serves.
The recognition of Eric Minton with the President’s Award underscores the values that both he and Elliot uphold—dedication, service, and a commitment to making a difference in the communities where its employees live and work. His contributions have left a lasting legacy, inspiring others within the company and the community to continue supporting the important work of Thursday’s Child.
About Thursday’s Child
In 1980, LEX-18 spotlighted the first children awaiting adoption through Kentucky’s Special Needs Adoption Program (SNAP), now named Kentucky Adoption Profile Exchange (KAPE). On September 27, 1989, Thursday’s Child, Inc. became a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. All board members are volunteers and all funds received are directed to support the waiting children in the KAPE program. The board’s mission is to recruit adoptive parents, support waiting children, and provide post-adoption support. Over the 30 years of partnership efforts of Kentucky’s Special Needs Adoption Program, LEX18, and Thursday’s Child, we have facilitated over 2,000 adoptions successful adoptions.
Learn more about Thursday’s Child by visiting their website at https://thursdayschildky.org/Index.html
