ASCI Events

You’re Invited: Celebrate the Achievements of Sankofa Cohort #4

Black Administrators in Child Welfare (BACW), in partnership with A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), warmly invites you to join us as we celebrate the Sankofa Institute Capstone and Graduation Ceremonies…

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Budget Update: What Families and Providers Need to Know

A Second Chance, Inc. is committed to keeping our community informed about key state and federal budget decisions that affect the families we serve. Federal Budget The federal government has…

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Empowering Kinship Caregivers: A Back-to-School Gathering for Support and Strength

As summer winds down, many families begin preparing for the return to school, but for kinship caregivers, this season can bring unique challenges and emotions. That’s why A Second Chance,…

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ASCI’s 2024 Impact Report

As we reflect on the past 30 years, we celebrate the profound impact of ASCI staff, supporters, and Dr. McDaniel’s unwavering commitment to the kinship triad. The journey from Highland…

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ASCI’s Webinar Series: Ending Hidden Foster Care

A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) and Think of Us are proud to invite you to an important and timely webinar on Monday, February 26th, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. ET. This…

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Celebrating Our Successful Voter Registration Drive!

Did you know ASCI had a Voters Registration Drive? Well, we had an incredible day! Supported by the A Second Chance Charitable Foundation, we are filled with gratitude for everyone…

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Celebrating 30 Years of Kinship Care: The Impact of A Second Chance, Inc. on Children and Communities

A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) has made significant strides in improving the lives of children in care and their communities through our unwavering commitment to kinship care. As we celebrate…

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ASCI Launches New Office in New Hampshire

ASCI is excited to announce the launch of its newest office in Concord, New Hampshire! After identifying the great need for more support for kinship families, the state of New…

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Kin-Specific Foster Home Licensure: Overview of New Federal Rule & Release of Recommended Standards

On September 28, 2023, the U.S. Administration for Children and Families (ACF) issued a final rule that explicitly gives all Title IV-E child welfare agencies the option to use kin-specific foster care…

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ASCI Works with the Department of Aging to Provide Support for Grandfamilies

Allegheny County Department of Human Services and A Second Chance, Inc. launched a Grandfamilies stipend program from April 28 – June 30, 2023. This program assisted in providing caregivers outside…

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