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Geauga County child welfare costs triple as investigations surge

Monthly placement expenses climbed from $46,000 to $134,000, officials told county commissioners Tuesday.

Local Group Donates Teddy Bears to Comfort Oklahoma Children

The Assistance League of Norman provides plush toys to first responders for crisis situations.

Johnson City Parks and Rec Opens Summer Camp Sign-Ups

Registration begins Monday for a variety of programs catering to all interests.

Cortland YMCA Receives Anonymous Grant to Expand Childcare & Youth Programming

Funding will support scholarships for before- and after-school care, summer day camp, and School's Out full-day programs.

Kids to Love CEO urges Congress to reform foster care and adoption system

Lee Marshall testified on the urgent need to address challenges facing vulnerable children in America.

Hundreds of Pinwheels Planted in Fayetteville to Raise Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention

The display marks the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month, bringing together the community to support survivors and promote education.

Don Moyer Boys & Girls Club Names New CEO

Monica Miles Shellman to succeed outgoing CEO Amy Brown, plans to expand services

Ruby's Pantry, Minnesota Food Charity, Closes After 20 Years

The nonprofit had scheduled distribution events across the region before announcing its closure.

United Way Campaign Brings 135,000 Pounds of Food During SNAP Shutdown

The United Way of Kaw Valley mobilized dozens of partners to maintain food access across 12 counties.

YMCA Hosts Spring Fling Parents Night Out

Fun-filled event for kids ages 4-12 on April 24 in Monroe, Georgia

Annual Bear Fair returns to Grand Island Public Library

The 23rd-Annual Bear Fair offers free, engaging activities focused on early literacy, health and safety.

Okmulgee Public Library Launches Family Story-Time

New twice-monthly program aims to engage young readers through interactive chapter book readings.

Columbia Academy Middle School Keeps Food Pantry Stocked for Families Impacted by ICE Surge

The school converted a storage space into a functioning food pantry to support local families still feeling the effects of Operation Metro Surge.

YMCA Splash Week returns with swim safety lessons

Annual initiative teaches water safety skills before summer pool season

Chaos Closet receives $12,500 grant to aid local foster children

The anonymous funding will help restock essential items for children in the 37th Judicial Circuit of Missouri.

Iowa Lawmakers Approve Permanent Child Care Assistance for Early Educators

Bill will provide state aid to cover child care costs for child care workers, regardless of income

Marathon County Libraries Offer Free April Story Times for Families

Fun for kids and families with no registration required

Pennsylvania Lawmakers, Providers Clash Over Child Care Regulations

Hearing highlights concerns over rising costs, access, and workforce impact in the child care industry

United Way's Proactive Approach Yields Measurable Results

New report shows United Way's East Tennessee Collaborative has helped hundreds of families avoid crisis

Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation Raises $200,000 for Roy McBean Boys & Girls Clubs

Plus, Easterseals Southwest Florida raises over $1 million at 80th anniversary gala.