The resolution recognizes the vital role of kinship families in the District of Columbia and acknowledges the numerous benefits that kinship caregivers provide to the children they raise, as well as the challenges they encounter. It highlights that kinship caregivers, often grandparents or other relatives, step in to care for children when biological parents are unable to do so, with over 22,000 children in kinship care in D.C. alone. The resolution emphasizes the importance of supporting these caregivers, who often face financial instability and emotional challenges, while also noting the positive outcomes associated with kinship care, such as improved mental health and the maintenance of family ties.

To honor these contributions, the resolution declares September 2025 as Kinship Care Month in the District of Columbia. It aims to raise public awareness about the challenges faced by kinship families and to ensure that necessary services and supports are available for these caregivers and the children they nurture. The D.C. Council expresses gratitude for the commitment of kinship caregivers and reaffirms its support for their efforts in providing loving homes during times of crisis.