HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the statewide leader in child abuse and neglect prevention, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Blue Ribbon Champions for Safe Kids Awards. The annual program recognizes Pennsylvanians who have gone above and beyond to protect children and […]
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‘Together, we can prevent child abuse,’ PFSA urges in response to state report showing increase in abuse, neglect reports
State report highlights 41,070 suspected cases; PFSA urges early intervention and family support as most fatalities involved children under age 5 Harrisburg, Pa. – Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the state leader in child abuse and neglect prevention, is calling on communities across the Commonwealth to strengthen their role in protecting children following the release of […]
Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Treasurer Named to Pa Family Support Alliance Board
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the commonwealth’s leader in child abuse and neglect prevention, has appointed Heather Nicarry to its governing board of directors. “Heather’s expertise in finance and accounting is a big asset to PFSA,” said Angela Liddle, PFSA President and CEO. “Her skills in managing finances, planning, and ensuring compliance […]
Cambria County CASA Program Director Named PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids
Harrisburg, Pa.– Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, today awarded Tyler Smay their PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids Award. This award is presented annually to four individuals who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to support and protect Pennsylvania’s children from abuse. […]
New Castle Police Detective ReceivesPA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids Award
Harrisburg, Pa.– Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the state’s leader in child abuse prevention, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, today awarded Hailey Houk with the PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids Award. This award is given to four individuals who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to […]
York County Family Advocate Receives PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids Award
Harrisburg, Pa.– Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the state’s leader in child abuse prevention, in partnership with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, today awarded Joanne Godfrey with the PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids (BRCSK) Award. This award is given to four individuals who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to […]
Philadelphia Resident Receives PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids Award
Harrisburg, Pa.– Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), the state’s leader in child abuse prevention, in partnership with Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, today awarded LaKeisha Berry with the PA Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids award. This award is given to four individuals who have gone above and beyond the call of duty to support […]
Pa Family Support Alliance Honors Four Pennsylvania Residents as Champions for Safe Kids
HARRISBURG, Pa. (April 2, 2025) – “Lean on Me” resonated loudly throughout the State Capitol today as Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Valerie Arkoosh, Attorney General Dave Sunday, child advocates, business leaders, students, and Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA) lifted up their collective voices together and honored four Pennsylvanians that […]
Pa, Youth Mental Health Crisis: Social Media a Key Factor, Parents Urged to Get Involved
New Legislation Limits Phones in Schools, PA Family Support Alliance Offers Resources HARRISBURG — The U.S. youth mental health crisis continues to affect Pennsylvania’s children, with social media playing a leading role in exacerbating the problem. “According to the U.S. Surgeon General, about 95% of our youth ages 13 to 17 are on social media […]
Pa Family Support Alliance Seeks Nominations to Honor Child Advocates with Awards
Nomination period open through November 13 HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pa Family Support Alliance (PFSA), a nonprofit organization and the state leader in child abuse prevention, is accepting nominations for its 2025 Blue Ribbon Champions for Safe Kids Awards. The nomination period ends at 5 p.m., November 13, and awards will be given next year to […]
