A Better Chance for Our Children is dedicated to providing permanency for children. We focus on finding families for waiting children, most from foster care and many with special needs. We believe that through education and support, families can develop the skills necessary to provide a stable, nurturing environment for these children. We prioritize this training and support so that waiting children have a better chance of overcoming the trauma they have experienced. We believe that all children deserve a chance to be the best people they can be and, to achieve this, it is in a child’s best interest to be with a properly trained and supportive family.
Dan is married to Mary Lou Edgar, the Founder of A Better Chance for Our Children. Dan and Mary Lou have 5 children, 3 were adopted including 2 from Foster Care. Dan worked for the DuPont Company for 36 years. He attended UVA where he earned a BA in Economics and an MBA from the Darden School.
Laurie has been with ABCFOC from the beginning and has over 30 years of experience in adoption and foster care. She provides support to families throughout their journey of adoption or permanent guardianship.
If she won the lottery tomorrow, Laurie would locate a vacation home in Florida to share with family and friends.
Pepper has been with ABC since 2016 and loves to spread joy throughout the Wilmington office. Her primary responsibilities include getting attention, checking every office for treats, taking naps during meetings, and encouraging everyone to take a walk outside. Pepper is thrilled to be a member of the team and has no plans for retirement, despite her advanced years. Her role keeps her young!
Prior to joining ABC in 2018, Pam was a Family Crisis Therapist with the Division of Family Services, where she retired after 25 years of service. Pam provides direct services to children in the foster care system and oversees the Milford Rec-n-Respite program.
If we held an office talent show, Pam would wow everyone with her Mime Praise Dance and acting talent.
