Guardian House Celebrates Grand Opening of the Harvey E. Najim Campus

On March 26, 2025, Guardian House proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting and grand opening of the Harvey E. Najim Campus – a milestone moment marking a new chapter of hope, healing, and opportunity for families across our community.

This celebration honored not only a building, but the incredible dedication, generosity, and passion of countless supporters who made this moment possible.

A Vision Brought to Life Through Generosity and Leadership

The campus is named in honor of Harvey Najim, whose extraordinary commitment to strengthening children and families continues to transform lives throughout San Antonio. Mr. Najim chaired the capital campaign and, along with the Harvey E. Najim Charitable Foundation, generously committed $1.5 million toward this project.

His leadership helped inspire an outpouring of support from the community, ensuring Guardian House can continue to provide high-quality supervised visitation, therapeutic services, parenting support, and trauma-informed programs for families in crisis.

We are deeply grateful to our major campaign supporters, including:

• Valero
• Bexar County
• H-E-B
• Texas Cavaliers
• Greehey Family Foundation
• Charity Ball Association
• San Antonio Area Foundation
• Mays Family Foundation
• Nancy Smith Hurd Foundation

…and many more individuals, families, corporate partners, and community champions who contributed in meaningful ways.

A Day of Celebration and Community

The ribbon cutting ceremony welcomed friends, donors, and partners who have played an instrumental role in Guardian House’s mission. Among the distinguished supporters in attendance were Harvey Najim, Melissa Bauman, Debra Weems, Rick Cavender, Rachel Sakai.

Alongside these valued leaders, Guardian House was honored to celebrate with our dedicated Board of Directors, staff, and many longtime community partners. The event was filled with excitement, gratitude, and inspiration…a testament to the collective belief in our mission and the families we serve.

Building Brighter Futures for Families

The Harvey E. Najim Campus represents so much more than expanded space – it symbolizes safety, dignity, and a path forward. With this campus, Guardian House will:

• Serve more children and families than ever before
• Expand therapeutic services and support programs
• Strengthen community partnerships
• Provide a safe and healing environment where families can reconnect and rebuild

Every brick, every room, and every thoughtful detail is a reminder of the hearts and hands that helped bring this dream to life.

Thank You for Believing in Families

This celebration reflects the belief that every child deserves a safe, loving, and supportive relationship with their family; and that healing is possible when a community comes together. We extend our deepest gratitude to every donor, volunteer, partner, and advocate who made the Harvey E. Najim Campus a reality.

Together, we are building stronger families, a stronger community, and a brighter future for San Antonio.