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PSA: Be a Champion for Children

Children thrive when adults invest in their care and well-being and when communities wrap families in love and support. South Carolina children need us, and they need you. No matter what you do, you have the power to make a difference. Be a champion for children...

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By the Numbers: A look at South Carolina’s child care crisis

Data from the National Institute of Children's Health shows that child care workers are paid less than 98% of professions.   By Rachel Ripp     Watch the interview WEST COLUMBIA, S.C. — New data released Wednesday from the National Institute of Children's...

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2023 Kids Count Data Book.

Health Measures Drive Low Ranking for South Carolina Children

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Several critical health indicators show opportunities for South Carolina to improve the health and well-being of its youngest citizens, according to the 2023 KIDS COUNT® Data Book, a 50-state report of recent household data developed by the Annie...

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Michael Leach, Sue Williams, Gov. McMaster, Amanda Whittle

South Carolina Observes Child Abuse Prevention Month

Governor Henry McMaster declared April as Child Abuse Prevention Month alongside other child-serving organizations and agencies at the South Carolina State House on April 18.     Child Abuse Prevention Month, held annually in April, is the opportunity for...

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Board Member Erin Pate Receives Annual Recognition Award

Board Member Erin Pate was presented the Yezbak Award by Board Chair Tiffany Santigati for her service to the organization. The award, which is named for former Board Chair David Yezbak, highlights Pate’s commitment to the prevention of child abuse and neglect in...

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