Webinar series
Casey Family Programs is hosting a three-part webinar series to demystify child welfare funding streams and build capacity to engage in detailed, nuanced conversations and decision-making regarding child welfare financing. These educational sessions are designed for Casey staff as well as child welfare system leaders and partners. Materials presented in each session are posted along with the recorded webinar following the presentation.
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Nuts & Bolts
July 30, 2018
This 60-minute foundational webinar provides the history and highlights of child welfare funding streams and offers an overview of the current financing landscape, including dedicated and non-dedicated funding sources. It sets the stage for subsequent sessions in the series designed to delve deeper into key funding topics. Casey Family Programs’ presenters include David Sanders, Ph.D., Executive Vice President, Systems Improvement; Joan Smith, Managing Director, Systems Improvement Services; Don Winstead, Consultant; and Melissa Jaacks, Consultant.
Additional resources:
Download presentation PDF
Fun with Funding Streams and Requirements
October 22, 2018
This 75-minute interactive webinar builds on the first session and offers participants the opportunity to engage in fun activities to increase knowledge around child welfare funding and federal funding requirements. Casey Family Programs’ presenters include Joan Smith, Managing Director, Systems Improvement Services; Don Winstead, Consultant; and Melissa Jaacks, Consultant.
Additional resources:
Download presentation PDF
Child Welfare Financing Handout
Local Variation and Looking Ahead
December 19, 2018
This 60-minute webinar builds upon the first two sessions and introduces participants to state and local funding variations among jurisdictions and tribes. It also explores the funding implications of the Family First Prevention Services Act. Casey Family Programs’ presenters include Joan Smith, Managing Director, Systems Improvement Services; Don Winstead, Consultant; and Melissa Jaacks, Consultant.
Additional resources:
Download presentation PDF
Casey Family Programs consults with individuals and teams across the country to compile research, experiences, and insights about approaches that can safely reduce the need for foster care and ensure the well-being of children and families. We share this information broadly to help child welfare leaders and their partners tackle similar issues in their own communities. For questions about this resource, or if you have other child welfare information needs, please email kmresources@casey.org.
