Connecting Communities & Strengthening Families
1 in 3 Kids
6,000+ KIDS
As a state, we rank just 31st in social connectedness.
Children thrive in safe, loving families – yet many don’t receive the support they need.
An innovative technology tool that drives action for kids and families in crisis across 40 states
We utilize CarePortal to bridge the gap between child-serving agencies and community members that want to help.
By connecting and equipping local community members to meet real-time needs identified by agency workers—like beds, baby care items, groceries, clothing, home furnishings—we build Community Networks that bring help and hope to families when they need it most.
IDENTIFYING NEEDS
Child-serving agencies identify and vet real-time needs for the families they serve.
SUBMITTING NEEDS
The child-serving professional enters the need into the CarePortal system
SHARING NEEDS
CarePortal immediately alerts the network of local churches, businesses, and individuals who are prepared to work together to meet the need
800+ children served across Wisconsin
$235,000+ donated goods, services, and volunteer hours
350+ community volunteer responders trained
60+ church partners
WHEN WE WORK EVERY CHILD CAN BE SAFE, AND LOVED together
*As of March 1 2026 secure,
National Impact Since 2015
470,000+
Children Served
$179,000,000+
Economic Impact
18 Community Champions (local businesses & organizations funding local needs)
Our Mission
To connect and mobilize local communities to simply & effectively meet the needs of children and families.
Connected communities are strengthening families to ensure every child is safe, secure, and loved.
The consistent compassion and professionalism demonstrated by network partners gives me confidence in entrusting vulnerable families to their care. Their thoughtful approach to meeting needs reinforces the trust that is essential for effective partnership in serving our community - Dane County Agency