Coalition for Children, Youth & Families

The Coalition for Children, Youth & Families is an independent organization with a 40-plus-year history of empowering families navigating the complexities of child welfare and adoption across Wisconsin. Our Mission: To empower families navigating the complexities of child welfare and adoption by providing resources and connections that help them thrive. Our Vision: A future where every family is resilient and feels connected to a supportive community. What sets us apart is our independence and our approach. Our staff brings both professional expertise and personal experience with adoption, foster care, and kinship care. We create judgment-free spaces where families can express concerns openly and receive personalized guidance that acknowledges both challenges and strengths. As both a bridge and guide, we help create resilient families through: Providing opportunities to engage, learn, and share through our Champion Classrooms and support networks Empowering families to navigate complex systems with confidence Equipping families with actionable, accessible information when they need it most Through our extensive partnerships with child and family-serving agencies across Wisconsin, we ensure that no family faces challenging moments alone. We transform uncertainty into confidence and isolation into connection. Join our community as we empower families one connection at a time.