Seeing the need for an early intervention, community-based model in response to the needs of the youngest victims of abuse, neglect, drug-exposure and HIV/AIDS in the St. Louis community, Our Little Haven began as a dream of Scott and Kathleen Hummel at the beginning of 1989. After networking with hundreds of social service and medical providers, it was clear that the need was great and Our Little Haven began to take shape. After turning to family and friends, a Board of Directors was formed using the extraordinary talents of close friends. Bill Newbold took the helm as Chairman of the Board of Directors and efforts began to design and implement a nurturing and impactful organization.