MS SC542

Extends Mississippi Legislature recognition to Dr. William C. Bell, Delta State University graduate and President and CEO of Casey Family Programs, for his public service and professional accomplishments.

Casey Family Programs operates as the nation's largest operating foundation focused on reducing foster care needs and has committed to a 2020 goal of safely reducing foster care by 50% nationwide, with assets totaling $2.2 billion as of end of 2014.

Dr. Bell holds a Ph.D. in Social Welfare from CUNY Graduate Center, Master of Social Work from Hunter College, and Bachelor's degree in Biology and Behavioral Science from Delta State University, with over 35 years of experience in human services.

Dr. Bell previously served as Commissioner of New York City Administration for Children's Services managing over 7,000 staff and $2.4 billion budget, and holds memberships on multiple boards including Philanthropy Northwest and the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association.

Dr. Bell has received numerous awards including the 2016 Special Contribution to the Judiciary Award from King County Washington Women Lawyers, 2012 Outstanding Alumnus from Delta State University, and the 2004 Betsey R. Rosenbaum Award for Excellence in Public Child Welfare Administration.