Partnering with Connect Our Kids:
Connect Our Kids is dedicated to transforming the child welfare system by providing technology and tools that empower caseworkers and volunteers to locate and engage family and kin for children in foster care. We understand the critical role your non-profit or agency plays, and we believe that working together can significantly improve outcomes for children and families.
Our Shared Mission
Our mission aligns directly with the goal of achieving permanency and well-being for every child. By leveraging innovative technology, we help streamline the often-challenging process of family finding. Our tools are designed to complement and enhance the tireless work your team already performs, making family search efforts more efficient, thorough, and successful.
Why Partner with Connect Our Kids?
A partnership with Connect Our Kids provides your agency with immediate access to state-of-the-art resources and dedicated support.
The Connect Our Kids Platform
The Connect Our Kids platform is a powerful, user-friendly system built specifically for the needs of child welfare professionals. It includes a suite of integrated tools designed to accelerate and expand family search efforts:
Advanced Search Technology
Access to comprehensive databases and public records to locate family members and kin quickly.
Documentation Features
Tools for organizing, tracking, and documenting family finding efforts for each child.
Mapping and Visualization
Features to help visualize and understand complex family relationships.
Secure Collaboration
A protected environment for team members to share information and coordinate outreach efforts.
Tangible Benefits for Your Agency
| Feature | Benefit to Your Agency | Target Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency | Reduces time spent on manual searches | Faster placement and permanency |
| Kinship Focus | Increases the rate of identifying kin | Improved child well-being and stability |
| Training | Comprehensive onboarding and support | Higher staff adoption and usage |
Technology Implementation and Training
We can integrate our platform into your existing workflow, providing full-service training for your caseworkers, volunteers, and administrative staff.
Initial Consultation
Discussing your specific needs and current family finding processes. Contact us to set up a consultation.
Onsite or Virtual Training
Providing comprehensive instruction on using the Connect Our Kids platform effectively.
Ongoing Support
Dedicated support team to assist with technical issues and best practices.
Joint Outreach and Advocacy
We collaborate on raising awareness and advocating for technology-driven solutions in child welfare across our shared network.
Co-hosted Webinars/Events
Partnering on events to share success stories and best practices. Send an email to [email protected] to learn more about our next Connecting Hour.
Resource Sharing
Exchanging non-confidential resources and guides to support professional development.
Policy Advocacy
Working together to promote policies that prioritize family finding and kinship care.
Case Study and Data Sharing
Help us demonstrate the impact of our work by participating in a case study. Your success stories are the most powerful tool for change.
- We can highlight your agency’s achievements on our website and in reports.
- Data collected (anonymized) helps us continually improve the platform and secure further resources.
Ready to Connect?
We are eager to begin a conversation about how we can support your mission. Please reach out to our Partnership Team, [email protected] to learn more or to schedule an introductory meeting.
