Casey Excellence for Children Awards
These awards recognize individuals who have dedicated themselves to improving outcomes for children and families in the child welfare system.
Casey Excellence for Children Award
2021 Casey Excellence for Children Awards
These awards recognize individuals who have dedicated themselves to improving outcomes for children and families in the child welfare system.
Timothy Phipps mentors fathers like himself
Watch a video highlighting the work of birth parent Timothy Phipps, a winner of the 2014 Casey Excellence for Children Awards.
Jerry and Sally Ellis share heartfelt commitment as foster parents
Watch a video highlighting the work of foster parents Jerry and Sally Ellis, winners of a 2015 Casey Excellence for Children Award.
For Bobby and Teresa Coleman, kin really means family
Bobby and Teresa Coleman opened their Phoenix, Arizona, home to Bobby’s 15-year-old second cousin, adding to their family of three children, including one with special needs. The Colemans welcomed and encouraged a relationship and communication with their foster son’s family. After his biological parents decided the Colemans would better meet his needs, the couple became […]
Lamar Graham offers insight, inspiration as foster care alumnus
Watch a video highlighting the work of foster care alumnus Lamar Graham, a winner of the 2015 Casey Excellence for Children Awards.
Michele Burnette shares foster parent experience to help others
Watch a video highlighting the work of foster parent Michele Burnette, a winner of the 2014 Casey Excellence for Children Awards.
Nancy Vivoda reminds birth parents: ‘There’s still hope’
Watch a video highlighting the work of birth parent Nancy Vivoda, a winner of the 2014 Casey Excellence for Children Awards.
Eric Luciano draws on life experiences in advocating for fathers
Watch a video highlighting the work of birth parent Eric Luciano, a winner of the 2014 Casey Excellence for Children Awards.