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Cats N’ Coffee: For Survivors of Domestic ViolenceAgency Updates

Cats N’ Coffee: For Survivors of Domestic Violence

Join Child Saving Institute's Family Empowerment Program for Cats N' Coffee! Receive a free coffee and have an hour of playtime with some adorable kitties. Plus, two lucky attendees will receive a gift on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you are allergic to cats, we still invite you to join us for…
March 18, 2026 Read More
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Her story, our story: Celebrating the women of CSIHope in Action

Her story, our story: Celebrating the women of CSI

March is Women’s History Month. This is a time to honor the women whose strength, resilience and leadership have shaped our communities. For generations, women’s contributions have too often gone unrecognized or undervalued. Yet their impact—socially, economically and historically—remains undeniable. Women’s History Month invites us to reflect on how far we’ve come and to envision a future of continued progress and equity.  …
March 17, 2026 Read More
Where giggles & goggles unite: CSI and Diventures partner to keep kids safeHope in Action

Where giggles & goggles unite: CSI and Diventures partner to keep kids safe

Since 2018, Diventures has been a steadfast supporter of Child Saving Institute (CSI) and the organization’s largest annual fundraising event, Cabaret. But the partnership goes beyond fundraising and goes further back than 2018. This collaboration is rooted in a shared belief that communities thrive when children are safe, supported and given every opportunity to grow. …
March 10, 2026 Read More
A full circle momentHope in Action

A full circle moment

Child Saving Institute (CSI) has provided life changing services to children and families for over 130 years and with our recent merger with Children’s Square in Council Bluffs, we have a combined 275 years of supporting kids and families across Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. The impacts of these programs can…
March 3, 2026 Read More
CSI makes new strides with “Brave Steps”Hope in Action

CSI makes new strides with “Brave Steps”

Join the Family Empowerment Program’s “Brave Steps”, a support group led by a peer mentor that offers a safe, confidential space for survivors of domestic violence to connect, heal, and grow. Whether you’re just beginning your healing journey or continuing to rebuild, you don’t have to walk it alone—community and…
March 2, 2026 Read More
Snow Closure Notification – CSI Delayed Opening 2/20/2026Agency Updates

Snow Closure Notification – CSI Delayed Opening 2/20/2026

CLOSURE ALERT UPDATE: Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Child Saving Institute will have a delayed opening at 10AM today, Friday, 2/20/2026. This includes the A.W. Clark Child Development Center located at 45th and Dodge and Spellman Child Development Center located on the College of Saint Mary’s Campus. Please…
February 20, 2026 Read More
Snow Closure Notification – CSI Closed 2/19/2026Agency Updates

Snow Closure Notification – CSI Closed 2/19/2026

CLOSURE ALERT: Due to inclement weather and blizzard conditions expected throughout the day, Child Saving Institute will be closing early today at 5pm, Thursday, 2/19/2026. This includes the AW Clark Child Development Center and Spellman Child Development Center located on the College of Saint Mary’s Campus. We plan to resume…
February 19, 2026 Read More
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A legacy of care: Honoring the legacy of CSI’s Black Homes for Black ChildrenHope in Action

A legacy of care: Honoring the legacy of CSI’s Black Homes for Black Children

For more than a century, Child Saving Institute (CSI) has worked to recognize and respond to the needs of all children and families—including marginalized and vulnerable groups. From the organization’s early days in the late 1890’s with an orphanage and support for single mothers to the development of innovative family-centered programs, CSI’s history reflects a pattern of…
February 10, 2026 Read More
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Love shouldn’t hurt: CSI empowers teens and families during Teen Dating Violence Awareness MonthHope in Action

Love shouldn’t hurt: CSI empowers teens and families during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Child Saving Institute (CSI) believes every young person deserves healthy, consensual relationships. Our growing programs provide resources to help teens and families navigate and heal from dating violence.  Family Empowerment Program (FEP): Free support groups for survivors of domestic violence and their children, providing tools to heal and rebuild…
February 2, 2026 Read More
Coats & Coffee: An event for survivors of domestic violenceHope in Action

Coats & Coffee: An event for survivors of domestic violence

NOTE: This event has been moved to Saturday, 2/7 due to inclement weather on 1/24. Please plan accordingly! Join Child Saving Institute for Coats & Coffee, a community event dedicated to survivors of domestic violence. Hosted by our Family Empowerment Program, this event is a chance to connect with our…
January 6, 2026 Read More
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Mickey Crampton

Site Director at Spellman Child Development Center

Mickey Crampton, Site Director at Spellman Child Development Center, has dedicated her career to fostering growth and learning among educators while making a positive impact on young students' lives. With over four years at Spellman and a wealth of experience in early childhood education, Mickey's expertise and passion for teaching make her an invaluable asset to the organization.

Arriving in Nebraska from California to pursue collegiate softball, Mickey discovered her love for working with children through nannying and eventually transitioned to childcare while completing her education. Her unique perspective and hands-on experience as a lead teacher, along with a bachelor's and master’s degree in human development, have paved the way for her success in various roles within the early childhood education field.

Mickey values humanity as the key to a thriving community at Spellman. By cultivating a safe and empathetic environment for students, families and staff, she ensures a nurturing space for all.

In her free time, Mickey cherishes moments with her family, engaging in outdoor activities such as swimming, going for walks, and camping. With her unwavering dedication to education and community well-being, Mickey Crampton's wealth of experience and passion for teaching make her an exceptional leader at Spellman Child Development Center.