Cole Smith brings more than a decade of experience in residential childcare to his role as Director of Programs at Amarillo Children’s Home. With a degree in Youth and Family Ministry from Abilene Christian University, Cole has served in both direct care and program leadership, equipping him with a deep understanding of what children and caregivers need most.

Cole has completed hundreds of hours in trauma-informed care training and is passionate about creating safe, stable environments where children can heal, grow in confidence, and experience restoration. His leadership is marked by compassion, humility, and a strong commitment to the mission of changing the stories of youth in foster care.

Cole and his wife, Chelsea, have been married since 2012 and are raising three children. Their family enjoys playing board games, cheering on their kids in gymnastics and flag football, and spending time outdoors—especially on the disc golf course. Cole is an active church volunteer and lives by his favorite verse.

To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
— Micah 6:8