FEATURED FACULTY: DON WINSTEAD Shaping the Next Generation Few people understand the complexities of child welfare funding like Don Winstead, who over four decades in state and federal human services policy, has driven meaningful reforms in support of families. Now, as lead faculty for Foster America’s Fiscal Leadership Circle (FLC), he is equipping the next generation of fiscal leaders with the knowledge and tools to redirect child welfare funding toward prevention-focused solutions. Don’s expertise spans every level of government — he started as a frontline social worker before serving as deputy secretary of the Florida Department of Children and Families, overseeing programs including child welfare, TANF, SNAP, and Medicaid eligibility. He later became deputy assistant secretary for human services policy at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, where he helped design federal funding structures that impact millions of families. At Foster America, Don is demystifying the complexities of federal and state financing structures, helping fellows understand how to leverage funding streams for long-term prevention strategies that keep families together. His guidance ensures that fiscal leaders across the country are better equipped to challenge outdated funding models and invest in programs that keep families safely together — aligning financial strategies with the goal of family well-being.
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