Evell Thomas

Child Saving Institute (CSI) was founded in 1892 and has been dedicated to the needs of children and families in the greater Omaha area for over 131 years. The mission is "responding to the cry of a child", but it is the vision that guides us as we work to give the children we serve safe, happy childhoods. CSI's vision is that "all children have homes where hope is kindled and dreams can be achieved". CSI's programming is diverse, but so are the needs of today's children and youth. Services address the prevention, intervention and healing from child abuse, neglect, and abandonment. Programs include Early Childhood Education, In-Home Support for families struggling to stay together, Foster Care, Mental Health Services including Pediatric & Adolescent Therapy, parent support and education programs, an Emergency Shelter, and adoption for older children and youth. Thanks to the generosity of many donors, annually the organization serves over 2,500 kids and families each year.