A major building program is underway at Tupelo Children’s Mansion, known as the Tenney-Freeman Project. The new Tenney Gymnatorium, which is being constructed in the existing 50-year-old Freeman Hall, will provide ample room for indoor recreation, as well as sufficient seating for worship services, graduations, banquets, and other special events. 

A spacious new lobby will connect Hansford Hall and Freeman Hall, and serve as an entrance for the Tenney Gymnatorium, Hansford Hall, and the administrative offices. 

 The new building is being named in honor of EL & Nona Freeman and TF & Thetus Tenney. An integral part of their legacies was their passionate support of Tupelo Children’s Mansion. Throughout seven decades of ministry that impacted untold thousands globally, they never forgot about the Mansion. This ministry held a special place in their hearts. The Tenneys and Freemans ministered often in Tupelo, embracing the children, as Jesus did, and blessing them.   

Our theme for the Tenney-Freeman project is “Building Dreams.” You can help build dreams for our children by giving a donation to the Tenney-Freeman Project.  

Gifts and pledges to the Tenney-Freeman Project can be made online, through the mail, or over the phone. These funds will be held separately from those used for our general operational budget and will be designated specifically for this project.

While every gift, regardless of amount, is vital and appreciated, donors who give $500 or more will be given special recognition on an honor wall in the lobby, unless they choose to remain anonymous. 

Thank you for giving and discovering the joy of making a difference in the lives of many precious children in need!