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.
Foster parents
Adoption lets Nebraska family grow with joy
The Christensens adopted their daughter as an older foster youth, an age group highlighted this year as part of National Adoption Month.
Strong families: Beyond surviving to thriving
To keep children truly safe, we must consider how strengthening and supporting families can help set the bar higher.
National Foster Care Month celebrates families, highlights need for support
May is National Foster Care Month, a time to acknowledge all who play a role in improving the lives of children and youth in foster care.
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.
Exceptional individuals honored for improving life outcomes for vulnerable children and families
The 2014 Casey Excellence for Children Awards recognize individuals making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families across America.
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.