Swinney Hall, located at the center of the Drumm Farm Campus is being renovated to expand the number of area foster children served at Drumm Farm. The 7,200 square foot brick mansion has been out of service since 1980. However, renovations are currently underway to take this beautiful old building from vacant to full of life and once again serving foster youth.

Project Goals

• Create transitional living housing for foster youth
• Increase number of foster children served
• Improve program services
• Preserve historic community landmark

Phase I of the renovation plan was completed in early June 2010. Phase I included total renovation of the building exterior; all masonry work, windows, roofing, woodwork, guttering, replaced all porches, restored and painted all exterior surfaces. Phase I was funded utilizing donor tax credits, individual donations, in-kind services and a grant through the City of Independence.

"We're working very hard to make the Drumm program available to as many foster youth as possible", said Larry Blick, Drumm Board of Trustees president. "The success of the project will rely on donors ready to jump on board and make an impact in their community."

For more information or to become part of this exciting time on the Drumm Campus, please contact Laura Vernon, Director of Community Outreach & Special Initiatives, at 816.373.3434 or laura@drummfarm.org.