April is nationally recognized as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.
Join CACSC throughout the month, as we seek to empower all of Smith County to get involved in protecting our children. The effects of child abuse are community-wide, so the solution also requires each member of a community to play a role and make it our job to promote prevention and awareness, putting an end to child abuse. If you are a business interested in partnering with us during April, contact our Communications Coordinator at [email protected].
Want to make a statement?
Yard signs are now available. Take one home from the April Awareness Luncheon or email our Communications Coordinator at [email protected] to schedule a pick-up. By placing this sign in your yard or in front of your business, you spread awareness and support the efforts of child abuse prevention. It’s time to cover Smith County with signs of hope!
Awareness and Partnership Opportunities:
Blue Friday – Friday, April 10. While CACSC staff and ambassadors will wear blue all month, “Blue Friday” is a special day to raise awareness and show support for Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. We invite you to wear blue on this day, and take a picture to share with your social networks. Please tag us @cactyler on Instagram and Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County on Facebook to share the love.
Blue Sunday – Sunday, April 26. “Blue Sunday” is a national day of prayer for child victims of crime, their families, and the people who help them. If you would like to request materials for your church, religious organization, or personal use for Blue Sunday, email our Communications Coordinator at [email protected].
East Texas Giving Day – Tuesday, April 28. This day of giving is hosted by East Texas Community Foundations and aims to support the local organizations making a difference in Smith County and the surrounding area. Browse through a variety of non-profits you can financially support and help CACSC reach our goal for the vulnerable children in our community.
Events to Attend:
April Awareness Luncheon – Wednesday, April 1. Attend the fifth annual April Awareness Luncheon, hosted by the Women of Courage and presented by Hall Buick GMC. This event is the kick-off for April Awareness and empowers the community to protect and promote justice and healing for child victims of crime in Smith County. Click here to learn more and reserve your seat.
Battle of the Badges – Saturday, April 25. Join the fanfare at Faulkner Park, as we watch Tyler Police Department, Smith County Sherriff’s Office, Tyler Fire Department, and UT Health EMS compete in their annual softball tournament, benefitting the Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County. Raffle tickets are available to the public and winners will be announced at the event. (Prize pickup is available after the event at the Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County.) View raffle items and purchase tickets here. There will be fun for the whole family with activities for the littles, tailgating, and food trucks! Tailgating will begin at 10:30am, the home run derby will begin at 12:30pm, and games will begin at 2:00 p.m.
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Giving hope to victims only happens with the help of people like you.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, our ability to help children victimized by abuse hinges upon the generosity of individuals, businesses, foundations, and community organizations who see the need and choose to stand in the gap.
