Bringing together dedicated professionals to provide a place of consistency for children and their families.
News:
03 Feb 2010 Accessing the System...
Child abuse services, as it stands today, are scattered throughout Wichita. When reporting the abuse or victimization of a child, a parent might take their child to five or more different appointments at multiple locations in Wichita, usually spread over several days. At each appointment, the child will likely have to retell their story over and over...
Our Vision
To lead our community in eliminating the suffering of abused children.
Our Mission
Promoting the safety, health and emotional well-being of abused children and their caregivers by bringing together public, private and community partners.
How you can help...
Our immediate need is to raise a minimum of $171,000, which is the approximate amount for the CAC to operate one-year with no additions in staff or relocation of services...
Other needs include:
- Financial Contributions (to be used for, but not limited to)
- Funding for three full-time staff - two Child/Family Advocates and the Multidisciplinary Team Coordinator
- General Operating Expenses
- Lease or purchase a site to meet victim needs in one location
- Renovation/remodeling costs
- Re-location expenses
- Public Announcements to increase public awareness
- Professional Advice/Consultation
- Building renovations and costs
- Architectural design and recommendations
- Graphic design and concepts for donor recognition
- Gas cards for families accessing our services
- Banquet or dining hall for fundraising dinner/event
Other means of support:
- Volunteers
- Fundraising activities
- Special events
- Administrative support
- Sponsors
- Fundraising & Special Events
See the "Eleventh Commandment" Video
"The purpose of children's advocacy centers (CAC) is to provide a comprehensive, culturally competent, multidisciplinary team response to reports of child abuse in a dedicated, child-friendly setting." - National Children's Alliance