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. Stay tuned for updates! 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, Lexington, at [email protected].
Want to make a statement? 
Yard signs are now available. Take one home from the Spring Luncheon or email our Communications Coordinator, Lexington, 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!
Ways to get involved all month long:
Moss Flower Shop is featuring a stunning bouquet of white roses and blue delphinium for the month of April, utilizing the symbolic colors and pinwheel for child abuse prevention and benefitting CACSC. The blue pinwheel points to the whimsy and innocence that childhood should include. It denotes playfulness, joy, and illustrates the positive cycle of love and support in a child’s life. Let hope blossom with every purchase of a CACSC bouquet. Order yours here!
Crema Coffee Co. is brewing a CACSC drink throughout April. Grab our signature dulce de leche and toffee nut iced latte topped with a cookie butter cold foam. Visit either location or order online! A portion of the proceeds benefit CACSC. Shopping locally and bringing hope to kids in our community? What a deal!
Lauren Ferrell Designs brings life-change through beautiful pieces. What sta rted as a hobby turned into a retail training and business development in countries such as Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Based in Tyler, this store is a constant source of generosity, and now CACSC gets to be a beneficiary. Purchase a pair of blue earrings in April to promote awareness and support the work that happens at the Center. More details to come!
Let’s Eat!
FD’s GrillHouse – Tuesday, April 8, 4 p.m. – close. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to CACSC.
Javi’s – Monday, April 14, 4 p.m. – close. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to CACSC.
Awareness and Partnership Opportunities:
Blue Friday – Friday, April 4. 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 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 27. “Blue Sunday” is a national day of prayer for child abuse victims, 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, Lexington, at [email protected].
East Texas Giving Day – Tuesday, April 29. 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 of raising $65,000 for the vulnerable children in our community.
Events to Attend:
Spring Luncheon – Tuesday, April 1. Attend the fourth annual Spring Luncheon, hosted by the Women of Courage and presented by Velocity Mazda. This event is the kick-off for April Awareness and empowers the community to protect and promote justice and healing for abused children in Smith County. Click here to learn more and reserve your seat.
Battle of the Badges – Saturday, April 12. Join the fanfare at Faulkner Park, as we watch Tyler Police Department and Fire Department 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.) View raffle items and purchase tickets here. There will be fun for the whole family with Kona Ice and a Sip’n soda cart! The home run derby will begin at 1:30 p.m. and games will begin at 3:00 p.m.
Stanley’s Child Art Auction – Tuesday, April 29. Head over to Stanley’s Famous Pit Barbeque for an East Texas Giving Day celebration and Child Art Auction. You can bid on incredible artwork created by CACSC clients, enjoy delicious food, and contribute to CACSC’s East Texas Giving Day goal of $65,000. This was one of our favorite events last year, so we hope to see you there!
