Planting Seeds of Connection
Earth Day is a gentle reminder that care comes in many forms and that even the smallest acts can make a big difference. For families in care, it’s also a…
Hands That Speak: Why Learning ASL Matters
At A Second Chance, Inc., we believe communication is at the heart of every strong relationship. For youth and families navigating the child welfare system and the kinship journey, being…
Youth Homelessness Matters Day: Raising Awareness, Building Support
At A Second Chance, Inc., we believe every young person deserves safety, stability, and a place to call home. Yet too many youth face homelessness, couch-surfing, or unstable living situations,…
Community Changemaker: Women and Girls Foundation
When Dr. Karen Hall walks into a room, she brings grounded confidence shaped by preparation, humility, and years of showing up ready. As Board Chair of the Women and Girls…
Love Without Conditions: The Story of Ana and Tiny
Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing a safe, secure, and nurturing environment for children entrusted to…
Kin is You. Kin is Me. Kin is We.
At A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), we believe in the power of connection. “Kin is you. Kin is me. Kin is we.” It’s more than just a saying. It’s a…
The Importance of Youth Leadership in Child Welfare
At A Second Chance, Inc., we believe that the future of child welfare is shaped by the voices of the children and youth at the center of the system. Youth…
Community Changemaker Spotlight: Jeron X. Grayson Community Center
More than 26 years ago, Pastor Glenn Grayson opened the doors of his church and encountered four young men who were simply looking for connection. They had no structured programs,…
Connection and Community for Youth in Care
This International Friendship Month, we celebrate the power of friendship, especially for youth in care who may have experienced numerous transitions. For young people in care, forming and maintaining friendships…
Kin Is the Heartbeat of Every Family
February is American Heart Month, a time to honor the heart in all its forms, the one that keeps us alive, the one that feels joy and sorrow, and the…