Oregon

A federal survey found that more than half of states reported the Family First Act has yet to accomplish its goal of reducing the number of foster youth in group homes.

Dozens of child welfare and youth justice grant opportunities are still stuck a the starting line with few days left in the fiscal year

Oregon’s “Momnibus” legislative package looks to improve outcomes through multiple support efforts, including expanding access to doulas.

Two pieces of legislation in New York would end the common practice of giving foster youth trash bags to transport their belongings.

Oregon’s Indian Country elders harness the power of equine therapy for Native children leaving foster care and juvenile justice systems.

An Oregon mother has filed a federal lawsuit claiming the state discriminated against her for her religious beliefs.

Child welfare agencies often intercept Social Security and other benefits owed to foster youth. In some states, that's starting to change.

The Oregon-based mentoring organization Friends of the Children has been gifted $33 million by Gary and Christine Rood. The grant comes on the heels of a $44 million grant from the Mackenzie Scott Foundation awarded in August.