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You Are Beautiful in Your Skin

June is Beautiful in Your Skin Month, and here at ASCI, we’re taking this moment to speak directly to every young person in care: You are enough, just as you…

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Free and Low-Cost Summer Programs for Youth in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia

Summer break is a great opportunity for children and teens to explore new interests, stay active, and continue learning outside the classroom. Fortunately, families in both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia have…

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Y.E.S. Summer Camp is Back!

Looking for a fun, engaging, and FREE summer experience for youth ages 10–14 involved with Allegheny County CYF? A Second Chance, Inc. Kinship Care’s Y.E.S. Summer Camp is the perfect…

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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,…

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National Love Our Children Day & the Power of Kinship Care

Every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and deeply loved. On National Love Our Children Day, we’re reminded just how important that is. At A Second Chance, Inc., this day…

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Kin Is You. Kin Is Me. Kin Is We: Celebrating Those Who Care

March is Social Work and Human Services Professionals Month. It is a time to recognize the individuals who dedicate their lives to supporting children, families, and communities. At A Second…

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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…

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Faith on Ice: A Black History Month Story of Family, Kinship, and the Olympic Dream

During Black History Month, we uplift stories that show how Black families protect, nurture, and sustain one another across generations. Christine Vincent’s story reflects the very heart of kinship care:…

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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…

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Community Change Maker Spotlight: Girls, Inc. of Greater Pittsburgh

A Second Chance, Inc. is honored to feature Kelsey Waros of Girls, Inc. of Greater Pittsburgh as part of our Community Change Maker spotlight series. Together with her dedicated team,…

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