Once you see the statistics, you can begin to understand the enormity of the problems we face in caring for children who do not have safe, healthy, and loving homes. The statistics below are for 2023.
Hays County
Children in Hays County: 58,015
Confirmed Victims of Child Abuse/Neglect: 458 (from investigations conducted in 2023)
Children in Conservatorship: 283
Youth in Preparation for Adult Living (PAL): 47
Children Receiving In-Home Services: 294
Children Free for Adoption: 25
Adoptions Finalized: 100
Caldwell County
Children in Caldwell County: 11,333
Confirmed Victims of Child Abuse/Neglect: 140 (from investigations conducted in 2023)
Children in Conservatorship: 77
Youth in Preparation for Adult Living (PAL): 14
Children Receiving In-Home Services: 94
Children Free for Adoption: 8
Adoptions Finalized: 23
Top Contributions by the Hays County Child Protective Board in FY 2024:
$29,411 for emergency and basic clothing
$27,893 for bedding (such as beds, cribs, and linens)
$26,402 for back to school clothing and supplies
$22,551 for CPS and Family Support
$14,342 for holiday, birthday, and special recognition gifts