Child Saving Institute Cancels Fundraisers, Forges on for Children in Need

The Child Saving Institute (CSI; www.childsaving.org) in Omaha has been forced to cancel its signature fundraising events, but it will continue to provide services to those children and families who need it the most during these trying times. However, the financial toll from loss of its key events, including Cabaret 2020 and Dough in the Toe, is formidable, so the nonprofit organization is reaching out for community support.

“During stressful economic uncertainty, those who are most vulnerable will suffer the most,” said CSI President and CEO Peg Harriott. “We know that when stress within a family increases, incidents of domestic violence and child abuse can increase, and we need to be there for those children who are isolated from their friends, their beloved teachers, and their caring therapists.”

To ensure continuity of care, CSI has shifted to telecommunications to deliver services virtually when face-to-face interaction is not appropriate or feasible. Children and families continue to receive mental health, foster care and prevention services, but with the loss of revenue from canceled events, the organization is seeking assistance from the community.

“Now, more than ever, your donation will help save lives,” Harriott said. “Money raised during this time will go to direct services to ensure CSI continues to carry out its mission of responding to the cry of a child.”

Child Saving Institute serves children of all ages to ensure that they are safe, well-cared for, and loved. In addition, it serves pregnant women and young parents, helps young adults acquire the skills they need to transition to independence, and serves foster parents and biological families to teach them the skills they need to maintain their families’ wellbeing. For more information or to make a donation online, visit www.childsaving.org or call (402) 553-6000.