The organization has gone from one part-time director to two and has moved from its cramped space in the Olive Branch Parks and Recreation building to its own rented office space. In a growing county like DeSoto, and with a mandate from the state partnership to expand their focus to Tate County, Williams said she knows the work of the local partnership will never be done. And while her patient prodding hasn't caused any of her family to quit, Williams said she's starting to make a dent. They go outside. The Care For Kids Carnival is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Olive Branch Middle School.
Admission is free, but a donation of a canned food item or stuffed animal is requested.