On May 1, 2024, 4Kids4Families launched Stage Two of Community-Based Care, marking a transformative step in how we serve children and families across region 4. With this shift, we took full responsibility for foster care case management, along with Youth Achievement (PAL), care management, legal affairs, community engagement, adoptions, kinship support and more.
The past year has brought both growth and challenge, but through it all, we’ve remained anchored in our mission: helping kids and strengthening families. Every department, every team, every role has played a part in building something meaningful.
On May 2, 2025 — one year later — teams across region 4 came together to celebrate one full year in Stage Two—a milestone marked by purpose, pride and progress.
As part of the celebration, we proudly named Crystal Lopez our Champion4Kids of the Year, honoring her outstanding dedication, compassion and commitment to the children and families we serve.
To everyone who helped us reach this moment, thank you. Your integrity, excellence and heart continue to make a lasting impact across East Texas!