Expanding Impact: How Your Support Strengthens CAC Services in 2026
In 2026, the Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) of Portage County continues to grow as a beacon of healing, prevention, and support for children and families navigating the trauma of abuse, violence, and exploitation. With a clear mission to protect children and promote recovery, the CAC expands its services in meaningful and tangible ways, ensuring that no child in our community has to face trauma alone.
One of the most impactful developments this year has been our continued work to expand access to trauma-informed services for children in Portage County who have experienced abuse or other traumatic events. The CAC is committed to helping families connect with trusted local providers, ensuring that children receive compassionate, high-quality mental health support without unnecessary barriers.
The CAC is also proud to share that our Online Safety Training for clients and caregivers is now available. As families navigate an increasingly digital word, this training equips children and adults with tools to stay safe online, recognize warning signs, and respond appropriately to digital threats. Offered both virtually and in person, this resource expands our reach and helps ensure more families have access to critical prevention education. Programs like this are made possible through the generosity of our community and supporters.
These vital services remain completely free to children and families, and they are made possible through generous donations and fundraising events like Bowl Against Abuse.
Be a Part of the Impact
Have you considered becoming a sponsor or creating a bowling team for Bowl Against Abuse? 2027 could be your year! Teams raise money leading up to the event and come together for a fun day of bowling, raffles, and community spirit, all in support of local children.
Sponsors are recognized across social media, the CAC website, banners at the event, and printed materials.
By participating, you’re helping the CAC provide free services like forensic interviews, family advocacy, prevention education, case coordination, and connections to trauma-focused therapy. Your support helps ensure that every child in need has access to safety, healing, and hope.
📩 To become a sponsor or register a team, contact us at CAC@UHHospitals.org.
Thank you, Portage County, for helping us create a safer, more supportive community for children.