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In the United States, more than 360,000 children were in foster care in 2023, a decrease of nearly 8,000 children from the previous year.Foster care is a temporary living situation for children whose parents cannot take care of them. While in care, children may live with relatives, with foster families or in group facilities. There are four ways children can leave foster care for permanent homes: 1) reunification with birth parents or primary caregivers; 2) adoption; 3) guardianship; and 4) placement with relatives. Among children exiting foster care each year, just under half — about 84,000 kids in 2023 — are reunited with a parent or primary caretaker. ... See MoreSee Less

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CASA Philadelphia is proud to honor Helmet Heroes as our 2026 Champion for Children at our 20th Anniversary Celebration on April 16th. See bio for tickets. On July 17, 2024, Dr. Barbara Friedes, one of the Chief Residents of the Pediatrics Residency Program at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), was tragically killed while riding her bike home from work. In her time at CHOP, Dr. Friedes graced children and their families with love, courage, and hope. At her residency graduation, she was aptly awarded The Frank M. Trojan IV Resident Courage Award in memory of Carolyn Trojan’s son which is given to the graduating resident who in the opinion of her peers, “has demonstrated extraordinary support for her colleagues and excels in fostering camaraderie within the residency program.” Her research, clinical care, and compassion for others have touched so many and will continue to inspire us all.As a way to keep her memory alive and to advocate for safer streets, the advocacy coalition, Pediatric Advocates for Transportation Health and Safety (PATHS) was created by CHOP employees, Penn colleagues, and community members. One of the ways that PATHS is committed to creating change includes advocating for child bike safety, including promoting helmet safety and education through policies endorsed by the American Academy of Pediatrics and by distributing helmets in CHOP’s pediatric primary care. As part of PATHS, Helmet Heroes was created by several CHOP residents and faculty to distribute bike helmets to children receiving care at the resident-staffed primary care clinics of CHOP. Along with a brand-new bike helmet, pediatric patients and their families receive counseling around how to properly fit and use their helmets. Helmet Heroes plans to expand this injury prevention program so that Barbara’s memory will continue onward, and this initiative will continue to train clinic staff on this critical anticipatory guidance in hopes that the lives of children will be protected as they experience the joy of playing outside. #bikesafety #BikeSafetyGear #bikesafetygear #phillyphilly #FosterCare #CourtAppointedSpecialAdvocates #CHOP @childrensphila ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

For years, it was common to hear that only 3% of young people in foster care graduate from college. That statistic — drawn from small, decades-old studies — shaped how the public, policymakers and even students themselves thought about foster care education outcomes.But new research from The University of Connecticut tells a different story. A systematic review of the best available studies between 2000 and 2023 shows that while challenges remain, young people with foster care experience are achieving far more than outdated statistics suggest. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

CASA is celebrating 20 years of advocacy in 2026 so we are switching this up for our Annual Gala....Join us April 16 at a new location....no more sit down dinner....no speeches! Just great food, open bar and lots of time to celebrate 20 years of CASA!For details and tickets: www.eventcreate.com/e/2026-casa-celebration ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Becoming a CASA means giving a voice to voiceless children in foster care. The first step is to attend an information session. Join us this week to learn more. New volunteer training in April - now is the time to get started! ... See MoreSee Less

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CASA of Philadelphia @casaofphilly ·

24 Apr

While this news is devastating for National CASA/GAL, we want to reassure our community that we are not financially impacted by this decision. We are grateful for our individual, foundation, corporate, & local government funders whose support lets us to continue locally.

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Contact your Senators & U.S. House Reps. Ask them to contact DOJ to inquire about the award terminations & express their concern about the impact of this far-reaching decision to #CASAGAL programs across the country & the children & youth served. https://nationalcasagal.org/national-casa-gal-federal-funding-terminated/

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22 Mar

On May 8th, 2025, we are hosting our annual gala at the Down Town Club. If you cannot attend, you can still partake in the celebrations by helping us meet our fundraising goal! To purchase a ticket or contribute please see here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/casalibertybellgala
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13 Mar 2025

Looking to get rid of your car? Vehicles donated through Cars for Kids benefit nonprofits by working with Cars for Kids' network of suppliers to sell the vehicle & administer the proceeds to the nonprofit of your choice!

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CASA of Philadelphia @casaofphilly ·

12 Mar 2025

We're hosting our annual gala! Our biggest event of the year will feature live music, delicious food, & a silent auction while celebrating the incredible advocates & community supporters. To purchase a ticket or contribute please see here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/casalibertybellgala

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27 Feb 2025

Join us at our Liberty Bell Gala at the Down Town Club on 5/8! Guests can enjoy an evening of filled with wonderful people, live music, delicious food, & a silent auction to recognize our amazing advocates & community supporters. Learn more at the link in bio! @CescapheEvents