Sylvia Anthony is a woman of faith, courage, tenacity, and love. Her story shows that no matter a person's background, age, or season in life, when we make ourselves available to God, He is able to accomplish great things through us. Through Sylvia we learn of God's great provision and how a simple "yes" to God can turn into hope for over a thousand women and children. Pastor Rick Picariello - Senior Pastor Mount Hope Christian Church Sylvia Anthony is the founder and President of Life for the Little Ones, Inc., from 1987- 1993. This was a shelter for homeless women and children. In 1994, the Board of Directors voted to change the name to Sylvia's Haven Inc. and is operating to this day as Sylvia's Haven. To date Sylvia has sheltered 1062 women and children. On January 25, 2012, Sylvia will be celebrating its 25th year of service to the Lord and to the women and children at Sylvia's Haven. The awards and commendations have been many. Listed below are just some of these awards. 700 Club. Named Hometown Hero- WBZ TV Boston- 2001 Recipient Arthur L. Whitaker Award- American Baptist Church of MA-1992 Award for Non-profit Sector Achievement- National Alliance to End Homelessness-2001 Recognition Award- Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Senate, House of Representatives, and the Governor of Massachusetts-1997-1999 Recognition Award- Commonwealth of Massachusetts House of Representatives 2007 "I will never leave you or forsake you." - Joshua 1:5