Where Belief Begins: Inside the Travis Malloy Meet & Greet
The Travis Malloy Meet & Greet was a powerful moment of connection, encouragement, and growth for youth and families. This experience created a space where young people felt truly seen,…
A Tribute to Our Administrative Team
Administrative Professionals Day is a moment to recognize the people who keep everything moving, often behind the scenes and without recognition. At A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), our administrative professionals…
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…
NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania Community Changemaker
At ASCI, we celebrate organizations that transform communities through vision, dedication, and lived experience. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Keystone Pennsylvania is one such changemaker, providing essential mental…
Rooted in Love: A Journey of Kinship, Support, and Strength
Each month, A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI) amplifies the voices of our kinship families. As an agency committed to establishing safe, secure, and nurturing environments for children entrusted to relatives…
How Storytelling Shapes Understanding of Kinship Families at ASCI
At A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), storytelling plays a critical role in shaping how families involved in child welfare and kinship care are understood. In a recent conversation, Dr. Ervin…
Strengthening Families, Protecting Children: Voices on Prevention from ASCI Leaders
April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month. This is a time dedicated to raising awareness, strengthening families, and ensuring that every child grows up in a safe, nurturing environment. At A…
From Draft Day to Life’s Playbook: What the NFL Draft Teaches Families in Care
There’s a different kind of energy in the air this year with the NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, a city built on resilience, pride, and community. It’s a powerful…
Game Day, Safe Way: Keeping Families in Care Safe During the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh
As excitement builds and crowds gather for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, the city will be filled with energy, visitors, and celebration. While this is an exciting time, it’s also…
World Semicolon Day: A Symbol of Hope, Strength, and Continuation
At A Second Chance, Inc., we know that life’s journey isn’t always a straight line. Youth and families navigating the child welfare system can often feel overwhelmed. That’s why World…