The document discusses the state of child welfare in Arkansas and Northwest Arkansas. Some key points: - In FY2015, there were over 33,000 reports of child abuse/neglect statewide and over 4,900 in NWA. - The number of children in foster care has increased significantly both statewide (over 5,000) and in NWA (over 500) in recent years. - Child welfare agencies rely on limited state reimbursement and fundraising to operate as they are the primary providers of services but state funding does not cover full costs. Shortages of foster homes and caseworkers are ongoing problems.