The Nest is thrilled to share an exciting announcement about the establishment of our latest location, The Nest Advocacy Center at 151 E. Maxwell Street. The Nest’s expansion into this new building, made possible by the generous support of Calvary Baptist Church and the Blue Grass Community Foundation, signifies a remarkable milestone in our ongoing mission to prevent abuse and neglect by offering essential support to families in crisis.

Over the past five years, we have has witnessed an increased need within Central Kentucky, prompting the growth of our vital services. This strategic expansion will allow us to maintain our flourishing Child Care and Family Assistance programs at the Duncan Park facility, while relocating our Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Parenting programs to The Nest Advocacy Center, uniting our dedicated team of attorneys, court advocates, and counselors under one roof. This new space will allow The Nest to facilitate a more efficient, confidential and holistic method of support for parents, survivors of IPV and individuals seeking legal assistance.

In support of this expansion, Blue Grass Community Foundation has awarded The Nest a dollar-for-dollar challenge grant of $50,000, made possible with generous funding from the James and Martha Monroe Charitable Fund and the Thomson R. Bryant Jr. and Betty R. Bryant Fund at BGCF.

Jeffrey White, Executive Director at The Nest, shared, "The expansion into this new location marks a pivotal moment for The Nest. It grants us the capacity to centralize our initiatives, guaranteeing a more synchronized and impactful response to our community’s needs. We are grateful for the support we have received from the Blue Grass Community Foundation and Calvary Baptist to open these doors for us."

The Nest Advocacy Center offers a diverse range of services, including Court Advocacy, Legal Representation, Safety Planning, Individual Counseling, Parenting Classes and Educational Support Groups. Every service provided by The Nest is offered free of charge and accessible in both English and Spanish.