Dear Friends of VFC,

April is nationally recognized as Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to raise awareness, strengthen families, and reaffirm our shared responsibility to protect children in our community.

At Voices for Children, CASA of Boulder County, this month holds deep meaning. Every day, we work to ensure that children who have experienced abuse and neglect are seen, heard, and supported. CASA volunteers' step into the lives of these children during some of their most uncertain moments, providing consistent, compassionate advocacy and helping to ensure their needs remain the priority in complex systems.

Child abuse prevention is not only about responding to harm, but also about building a community where families are supported; children are safe, and early intervention is possible. CASA volunteers play a critical role in this work by advocating for stability, access to services, and permanency for children who have already entered the child welfare system. Their presence helps mitigate further trauma and supports better long-term outcomes such as promoting stability, fewer moves, improved school performance, and reduced re-entry into the foster care system.

This month also serves as an opportunity to come together in support of our mission. On April 29th, we invite you to join us for our annual Night of Hope fundraiser. This special evening brings our community together to celebrate the resilience of the children we serve, honor the dedication of our volunteers, and raise vital funds to continue and expand our work.

Preventing child abuse and neglect requires collective action. Whether through volunteering, supporting families, or investing in organizations like CASA, each of us has a role to play in creating a safer, stronger future for the valuable children in our community.

Thank you for standing with Voices for Children and for helping ensure that every child has the opportunity to thrive.