LACASA Center’s CAP (Child Abuse Prevention) Council and Great Start Livingston are asking Livingston County residents to identify who is a Champion for Children in our community.
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to help children and whose positive impact is reflected in the lives of the children and families around them? The Champion for Children could be someone who volunteers to mentor children, provides a safe foster care home, or advocates for vulnerable kids.
Or, perhaps someone who raises funds for a children’s organization, worked to develop virtual ways of supporting children during the COVID-19 pandemic, or simply provides a smile and affirmation for children they encounter. Past recipients have been educators, coaches, public employees, foster parents, child care providers, and community volunteers.
“Child abuse prevention goes beyond identifying and protecting kids in abusive homes,” said Holly Naylor, LACASA’s director of family prevention and education. “These last two years have been unlike any other in our lives. Families have been under stress, children’s routines have been disrupted, and we have all been limited in our ability to connect with our friends and family.
“Being a stable adult for a child experiencing turmoil, dropping off groceries to a family in need, and reaching out to parents who are struggling are all prevention efforts that can make a huge impact on a child’s life, but often go unrecognized. The CAP Council and Great Start Livingston invite you to shine a light on the people you know who support and strengthen children and families so that we can thank them for their dedication to our kids.”
“Great Start Livingston is partnering with the CAP council to recognize our Champion for Children,” said Robin Schutz, Great Start Livingston coordinator. “Supporting families and children is the focus of our efforts. With this award, we are able to acknowledge those who work tirelessly to make a difference for our Livingston County children and families.”
The person chosen as the 2022 Champion for Children will be recognized at the virtual Plant a Pinwheel Celebration on April 6, which kicks off National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Livingston County.
If you know a Champion for Children, submit the nomination form to the CAP Council at capcouncil@lacasacenter.org or call (517) 548-1350 for more information. Nominations will be accepted through Sunday, March 20, 2022.
2022 Champion for Children nomination formThe CAP Council is a program of LACASA and is a designated local council of the Michigan Children’s Trust Fund. CAP programs are funded, in part, by the Livingston County United Way.
The Great Start Collaborative of Livingston County is a partnership of early childhood experts, parents and community organizations who work together to ensure Livingston County children are prepared to succeed in school and in life.
