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Advocates for Children and Families, Inc. (ACF) was founded in 1992 to provide ethical adoption services to children and families. Throughout our 30 years of operation there have been many changes in legislation and advances in the evidence-based social sciences related to adoption, that have influenced our model of practice. One aspect of our work that has never changed is ACF's child-centered approach of prioritizing the well-being of children. Our mission is to promote and assist in the formation of stable families. The well-being of children is our priority. We believe every child deserves a permanent home in a safe, nurturing environment.  Our team is comprised of attorneys, licensed mental health professionals, and support staff who are specially trained and continually engaged in advancements within the field of child welfare and adoption. ACF's commitment to advocating for children and families has resulted in over 1,026 children finding stability and permanency within a nurturing family. By supporting Advocates for Children and Families, you are participating in improving the lives of children and families. Charitable contributions allow us to: 1) Find forever families for children with special needs. 2) Meet basic needs including housing, utilities, food, and clothing for families in crisis. 3) Support parents in creating individualized solution-focused plans to move from crisis to stability. 4) Provide trauma-informed clinical counseling services.

The mission of BlueSkies for Children is to practice and teach an optimal approach to the education and care of young children based on the interrelated disciplines of human development. Such an approach sustains and supports today's children and families and provides a model educational center for caregivers and the community.

Pathways for Children (Pathways) nurtures children and supports families through programs that educate, enrich, empower, and motivate.

To assist in locating missing children; provide advocacy and support services to families of missing children; and provide information and education to the public about missing children, runaways, and abduction prevention.

Sozo Children is organized to provide food, shelter, clothing, education and Christian discipleship to children in need. Sozo Children is founded on faith in Jesus Christ and intends to operate from the basis of providing basic physical, medical, educational and emotional needs to children. Sozo means "to save" both physically and spiritually, which encapsulates the sozo children vision. Sozo Children International, through the power and love of christ, intends to provide for children in need by establishing children homes which raise children to be future leaders of their communities. Sozo children's mission statement is "to glorify god by interceding on christ behalf to save children in need, build community, and connect individuals to all experience the love of jesus christ.  

CHILDREN AT RISK serves as a catalyst for change to improve the quality of life for children through strategic research, public policy analysis, education, collaboration and advocacy.

Educate the Children works with women and children in Nepal to improve health, welfare, and self-sufficiency by building skills that families can pass down to later generations. Focusing on the poorest of the poor by working strategically through women's groups, schools, and agriculture groups, Educate the Children develops a comprehensive community presence, gaining an extraordinary level of local participation and trust.

Camelot for Children is a non-profit organization providing year-round social and educational opportunities to children with disabilities and chronic or terminal illnesses in a supportive, developmentally appropriate, enriching environment in order to make the magic of childhood accessible to children with unique needs.

Bless the Children's mission is to free orphaned, abandoned and impoverished children from the chains of poverty by empowering them with health, shelter, nutritional and educational support so they may become productive members of society.

Children of Grace demonstrates the love of Jesus Christ by offering hope to Ugandan orphans and other children affected by poverty and AIDS. We do this through education, healthcare, and empowerment programs to enable a better future.

Humanity for Children is committed to improving the quality of life for children in remote areas of East Africa through community-based, sustainable initiatives that empower individuals and positively affect health, education, safety, and economic conditions.

Connections For Children is the unrivaled child care expert in the Westside and South Bay communities of Los Angeles County. We guide families and child care professionals towards quality services and programs. Our goal is to make sure that all children receive early care and education that prepares them for success. With nearly 40 years of knowledge and experience, we have increased the quality of child care by influencing public policy, providing referral services for families, and offering professional development to early childhood educators. Connections For Children helps families find quality child care regardless of income. We believe that thriving, well cared for children benefit the entire community. Since its founding in 1974, Connections For Children has helped to foster nourishing child care environments. We work to ensure that all children will have the support to live up to their full potential. We advocate for quality early learning and provide community resources for families, teachers, and caregivers. Connections For Children supports families and child care providers by offering comprehensive child care guidance. Our mission is to build a stronger future for children, families, and communities through quality child care resources, education, and guidance.