Fred & Clara Eckert Foundation for Children

The Fred & Clara Eckert Foundation for Children is a private non-profit organization located in Williston, North Dakota. The foundation is dedicated to providing treatment services for adolescents and young adults with substance use disorders.

Mission

The mission of the Fred & Clara Eckert Foundation for Children is to encourage the spiritual, educational, behavioral, emotional, and physical development of children through quality treatment services[4].

Services and Programs

The foundation offers a range of substance abuse treatment programs, including residential and short-term residential services. Treatment approaches include brief intervention, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, the Matrix Model, and relapse prevention. They also provide trauma-related counseling and 12-step facilitation[2]. The foundation specializes in treating adolescents and transitional age young adults[2].

Special Features

• Faith-Based Services: The organization offers faith-based services for children and teens needing treatment for substance use disorders[5].
• Counseling Services: Individual, group, and family counseling are integral parts of their treatment programs[1][2].
• Accreditation and Funding: Although not nationally certified, the foundation accepts various payment methods, including federal funding, Medicaid, private health insurance, and cash or self-payment[1][2].
• Co-Occurring Disorder Treatment: The facility provides treatment for co-occurring disorders, addressing both substance use and related mental health conditions[1].

Financial Overview

In recent years, the foundation has received significant financial support through grants and contributions. For instance, they received $100,000 from the Buck and Lois Scheele Foundation to support troubled children[3]. Total revenues for the foundation have been substantial, with notable sources from grants, contributions, and investments[3].