1 in every 28 children in the United States has an incarcerated parent.*
In North Carolina, more than 18,000 children have a parent in prison. According to The Annie E. Casey Foundation, an estimated 160,000 children in the state have experienced parental incarceration and the resulting consequences.
Our Children’s Place of Coastal Horizons Center is a statewide program committed to the well-being of these children through advocacy, education, and outreach.
In order to support children with an incarcerated parent and help them persevere through such a challenging experience, Sesame Workshop launched the Little Children, Big Challenges: Incarceration initiative. The bi-lingual (English/Spanish) resources include videos and a storybook for children to help support and comfort them, videos and guides for parents and caregivers to help them find the language to talk about incarceration with their children, and a resource for the incarcerated parent that highlights the importance of communication.
For more information, visit the Little Children, Big Challenges: Incarceration website or contact Our Children's Place.
A Bill of Rights for the Children of Incarcerated Parents
The San Francisco Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership (SFCIPP) created this downloadable bill of rights. Click either link below to download your copy.
✨ Celebrating 10 Years of Impact ✨
Join Coastal Horizons as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Our Children’s Place becoming part of the Coastal Horizons family and honor a decade of advocacy, compassion, and support for children and families impacted by incarceration.
We are honored to recognize North Carolina First Lady Anna Stein as the inaugural recipient of the Ellie Kinnaird Award for her leadership in improving outcomes for individuals re-entering society after incarceration and bringing greater awareness to families too often unseen.
The celebration will be hosted by David Crabtree, former WRAL-TV anchor and longtime North Carolina journalist.
Together, we celebrate the power of hope, connection, and second chances. RESERVE YOUR SEAT TODAY AT secure.everyaction.com/3H80OU_rakCJzmPRGn12Vg2
📅 Monday, August 3
📍 McKimmon Center | Raleigh, NC
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Please join us in wishing a very happy birthday to our President and CEO, Margaret Stargell Margaret’s visionary leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to serving others have shaped Coastal Horizons and the communities we serve. Her dedication to improving lives, strengthening families, and ensuring that individuals have the support they need is reflected not only in the growth of our organization, but in the countless lives touched through this work.
Those who have the privilege of working alongside Margaret know that her leadership is defined by purpose, integrity, and a genuine heart for people. She inspires us to lead with compassion, pursue excellence, and remain focused on our mission each and every day.
Happy Birthday, Margaret. We are grateful for your leadership, your example, and the lasting impact you continue to make.
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Happy Independence Day from Coastal Horizons!
As our country celebrates 250 years, we honor the courage, resilience, and hope that have shaped our nation — and we remain grateful for the opportunity to serve individuals, families, and communities across North Carolina.
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and meaningful July 4th.
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