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…
Celebrating Voices and Connections
Every year, World Read Aloud Day reminds us of the power of stories and the voices that bring them to life. At ASCI, we know that every child, caregiver, and…
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Brace Lowe, Sr.
While we, at A Second Chance, Inc. (ASCI), feel the deep loss of Brace Lowe, Sr., we also take this moment to celebrate the incredible impact he had on all…
National Thank You Month: Honoring the Heartbeat of Our Work
January is National Thank You Month, a time set aside to pause, reflect, and intentionally express gratitude. At A Second Chance, Inc., this month gives us the opportunity to shine…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Sharing Our Year in Review: A Strong Year of Kinship as a Culture of Learning
Through over 30 years of knowledge building for an effective kin-first culture, we know that kinship care work must include the kinship triad (the child, birth parent, and caregiver). In reflecting over…