April is Child Abuse Prevention Month!

Kicking Off Child Abuse Prevention Month: Protecting Our Children, Strengthening Our Community

Every April, communities across the nation come together to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time dedicated to raising awareness, supporting families, and committing to the safety and well-being of all children. This month-long observance is a powerful reminder of the role each of us plays in protecting children and strengthening families.

Why Child Abuse Prevention Month Matters Child abuse and neglect are serious issues that impact millions of children each year, leaving lasting scars on young lives. According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, an estimated 3.9 million child maltreatment reports were received in a recent year, involving more than 7 million children. Tragically, five children die each day from abuse and neglect. Prevention requires a community effort—when families are supported, children are protected. By working together to promote safe, nurturing environments, we can help children thrive.

Get Involved: Events and Activities This April, we invite you to participate in events and initiatives designed to raise awareness and offer support to families in need. From educational workshops and seminars to family-friendly gatherings and volunteer opportunities, there are many ways to make a difference. The bridge of Hope CAC as well as many other phenomenal organizations have great events going on all month long. Stay connected with us throughout the month on out Facebook page for event announcements and ways you can get involved.

Together, We Can Make a Difference Protecting children and supporting families is a shared responsibility. Small actions—like checking in on a neighbor, offering support to a parent, or getting educated on the signs of abuse and neglect—can create safer communities for all. Join us this month as we stand united against child abuse and work toward a future where every child feels safe, loved, and supported.

Let’s make a commitment this April to speak up, show up, and make a difference. Together, we can protect children and build a stronger, more supportive community for all.

If you would like a yard sign like these ones, give us a call! 308-534-4064

Meet Ashley, our new Executive Director!

I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new Executive Director, a position I am passionate about and excited about being a part of this incredible team.

I grew up in North Platte and graduated from Hershey, bringing a wealth of local knowledge and experience. My professional career includes serving as an Accounting Clerk/Financial Specialist in Lincoln County Court for 9 years, where I honed my skills and developed a strong foundation in financial management.

In my personal life, I am happily married and a proud parent of two wonderful children. I cherish spending time with family and friends, and enjoy crafting whenever time allows.

With a clear vision and dedication, my goal as the Executive Director is to learn the best ways to support the team I work with and to foster the growth of the Bridge of Hope. I am committed to ensuring that we continue to provide essential services to our community and make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

Please join me in embracing this new chapter for the Bridge of Hope. I am confident that together we will bring about an exciting and prosperous future for our organization.

 

Ashley McIntosh

Bridge of Hope Executive Director

Celebrate Hope 2025 Coming March 7th!

Get ready to come together and raise funds for the Bridge of Hope while having a great laugh- it's going to be a blast!


Celebrate Hope 2025 brought to you by equitable bank and ra productions!

Comedian dustin nickerson will be putting on a show that will be the talk of the town! dustin has been featured on comedy central and netflix by kevin hart, the late late show with james corden, is a regular on after midnight with taylor tomlinson, fox, hulu and can regularly be heard on sirius radio xm. online, his clips and jokes have received tens of millions of views. he brings you into his life through his jokes about the struggles of parenting, marriage, and being generally annoyed by most people.

not only will you get a great show, but you can feel great knowing you are supporting the children in our communities! the bridge of hope child advocacy center will benefit from this event which includes the comedian, a live (delicious) auction, snack bar, cash only bar, and raffle.

doors open at Venue 304 at 6:00pm with raffle and live auction soon to follow. dustin nickerson will take the stage at 7:00pm.

Get tickets here!

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For questions about the event, please call us at 308-534-4064 or email us at director@bridgeofhopecac.org

Thank you to our sponsors!

Jingle Mingle Open House and Toy Drive Coming Up!

It’s that time of year! We are so excited to be hosting a holiday party here at the Bridge of hope Child Advocacy Center!

wE WILL BE HAVING An open house filled with festive activities that are great for the whole family (and it’s all free)!

  • hot cocoa bar

  • cookies and sweets

  • meet and greet with Santa

  • holiday photo station

  • tours of the bridge of hope

  • Activity station for kids including ornament decorating and a felt Christmas tree

  • fun take-home activities

  • free resources

Along with all of these festivities we will be having a toy drive! Nothing is better during the holidays than the feeling of giving back to those in need, especially children that are going through trauma. Here at the bridge of hope we serve children who are thought to be victims of abuse and neglect. Our goal is to help reduce any further trauma and help the families begin the healing process. Getting a gift can play a big role in this. so please help us give to those in need this holiday season! Check out our gift list below! (if you are donating a gift, they don’t need wrapped, but feel free to donating wrappings with the gift!)

Upcoming Educational Opportunities Free to the Public!

We are so excited to offer free educational opportunities to the public. Everyone can (and should) attend any of the events listed above.

This is the first time the bridge of Hope Child Advocacy Center is providing regularly scheduled online educational lessons (online via Zoom). If you are interested in attending one of our trainings but these dates and times don’t work, reach out to us to schedule a training with us: outreach@bridgeofhopecac.org

The zoom link to all of the online trainings can be found below:

Topic: Bridge of Hope CAC's Trainings Zoom Meeting

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Sep 18, 2024 12:00 PM

Oct 16, 2024 12:00 PM

Nov 20, 2024 12:00 PM

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Meeting ID: 868 5152 5305

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