What is MCCA?
- The Missouri Coalition of Children's Agencies advocates for the needs of more than 11,000 children in foster care or at risk of foster care.
- For over 30 years, MCCA has been the collective voice of members, representing abused and neglected children and the people who care for these children.
- One of the Coalition's main goals has been to encourage the state to accept the responsibility of providing adequate financial support for children in their care.
The Missouri Coalition of Children's Agencies is a not-for-profit corporation organized under Missouri 's general non-profit corporation laws. The Association was established to provide its members with opportunities for advocacy, networking, collaboration and professional development.
What is MCCA's vision?
The Missouri Coalition of Children's Agencies envision a society where
all children reach their potential in safe, healthy, permanent families, empowered
by comprehensive community support.
Who are MCCA members?
MCCA's members have a passion for and are committed to working for
the welfare of the children in Missouri . Over 60 organizations and individuals
throughout the state are members. Many of the programs that they operate include
residential services, adoption and foster care services, community based and
educational services, individual counseling and many other services. They are
based in local towns and cities around Missouri . Many members have committed
volunteers who serve on their boards of directors. For a complete list of members,
see our Membership Directory.
MCCA officers 2006-08
Chair: Wayne Crull, Boys and Girls Town of Missouri
Secretary/Treasurer: Mike Fitzgerald , Our Little Haven
Immediate Past Chair – Kevin Killian, Good Samaritan Boys Ranch
MCCA staff
Executive Director: Carmen
Schulze
Executive Assistant: Linda Ortmeyer
Design Assistant: Julie Barker
Part-time Conference Coordinator: Max Foresman
