Meet Eppie and Denise

Eppie has spent many years guiding and mentoring young men as a foster parent, boxing coach and corrections officer, from which he is now retired. With support from their biological children and grandchildren, Eppie and Denise work with teen boys and enjoy mentoring and doing activities with them, such as fishing, camping and going to the movies. As strong proponents of reunification, Eppie and Denise prioritize staying in close communication with the teens’ biological family members. Even when the young men no longer need their support, they keep in touch with the Durans and often share updates on how the Durans’ positive impacts made a difference in their lives.