Casey Family Programs announced today the recipients of this year’s Casey Excellence for Children Awards.
These awards are a national recognition of the accomplishments of leaders, especially those with lived experience in the child welfare system, working to safely reduce the need for foster care and build Communities of Hope. The awards recognize remarkable individuals and leaders who have demonstrated outstanding work, exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to improving child and family well-being in the United States. This year, as the country faces the devastating effects of COVID-19, while also confronting the realities of racism and inequity, so many have stepped up to new challenges with relentless dedication.
“At Casey, we have always believed that every one of us has a role to play in building Communities of Hope, where children are safe, families are strong, and everyone has the support and opportunities they need to thrive,” said David C. Mills, chair of the Board of Trustees of Casey Family Programs. “This
year, in the face of a global pandemic that has brought increased adversity to
us all, we find it even more important to recognize the work of these leaders and celebrate their contributions to the well-being of children and families. These winners make a difference through small, daily interactions that ripple far beyond their individual circles.”
“These awards highlight the tireless efforts of individuals who are actively working toward a brighter and more hopeful future for children and families,” said Dr. William C. Bell, President and CEO of Casey Family Programs. “This year especially, the stories of these award winners exemplify that when faced with uncertainty, it is possible to adjust, respond and overcome challenges — taking action in new ways that will create real and lasting progress.”
The Casey Excellence for Children Awards are named in honor of Jim Casey, the founder of United Parcel Service, who established Casey Family Programs in 1966 as an operating foundation to help improve the safety and success of vulnerable children and their families across America. Award winners are selected in five categories: birth parents, alumni of foster care, foster or adoptive parents, kinship caregivers and community leaders.
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