Center for the Rights of Abused Children

📣 A Challenge to All 49 States: Follow Arizona’s Lead! Arizona made history by becoming the first state in the country to ensure that children’s Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Retirement, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (RSDI) benefits go where they truly belong—in a Personal Needs Account for the child. For years, child welfare agencies have been taking these benefits, leaving kids with nothing. But thanks to the tireless work of the Center for the Rights of Abused Children, Arizona has become the first state to end this unfair practice. This isn’t just a reform—it’s a lifeline. For children in foster care who are often penniless and own nothing, this change means they finally have financial security and something of their own. It’s time for the other 49 states to follow Arizona’s lead and give these kids the dignity they deserve. 💖 👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Xdau2Y #ChildWelfare #FosterCareReform #ArizonaLeads #ProtectOurChildren #EveryChildMatters #SSI #RSDI #JusticeForKids

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we're thankful for our supporters who empower us to intercede in the lives of abused children. For every $19.62 donated, one child is helped. https://lnkd.in/gWqiuA4c

“If I were to die tomorrow, I would say [adopting Kelvin] was the most meaningful decision I’ve ever made in my life.” — Axios CEO Jim VandeHei #NationalAdoptionMonth

What an incredible night! Thank you to everyone who joined us for Hearts and Stars Unite: A Benefit to Support Abused Children. A big thank you to Tyrus for delivering such a meaningful keynote address. We believe every child deserves a safe and loving home. Today we’re one step closer to making that a reality. Thank you, thank you, thank you! thecenterforchildren.org #fosterfamily #community #fosteradoption #fundraiser #nonprofit

TONIGHT! ❤️

Our founder and CEO Darcy O. on adopting her daughter: "She was the easiest decision I've ever made. She was my calling, and I was the only mother she'd ever known." #NationalAdoptionMonth

On Monday, November 18, Tyrus will speak live in Phoenix at our benefit for abused children. “When I first got to the foster family," he said, "I was obsessed with trying to change my skin color so I could go back home. If I could be white, I could go home.” Every child has a different story but all share the need to be safe and loved. Don’t miss this unforgettable chance to help kids & hear Tyrus—tix available here: https://lnkd.in/gRKcN5Dd

There are nearly 400,000 children in the foster care system in America. Most states do not provide legal representation to children in foster care. 📌 But when abused children have an attorney, they are 3.5x more likely to exit foster care quickly. This is why the Center for the Rights of Abused Children was created: to provide free legal representation to kids and advocate for their safety through common-sense reforms.

Once children are in the foster care system, the onus is on the state to find the child a permanent home. The American Enterprise Institute analyzed how long that process takes in each state. Important data 👇

"I wouldn't be where I'm at today if I didn't have the life that I've had." — Tyrus Smash reflects on his tumultuous upbringing, time in foster care, and WWE career. We're thrilled to host Tyrus in Phoenix on November 18th at "Hearts and Stars Unite: A Benefit to Support Abused Children." Join us for an unforgettable evening: https://bit.ly/3Bu43Qz 🎟️ ❤️