Bobby and Michelle Barton (fourth and fifth from left), owners of Southern Ice Cream, present a check for $6,780 to Child Advocates of Fort Bend CEO Ruthanne Mefford at a recent Sugar Land Skeeters game. The Bartons learned about Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB) three years ago when they were invited to attend their annual gala. They were so moved by the cause and the … [Read more...] about Sweet relief
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Groups join forces to fight child abuse with Pinwheel Project
Child Advocates of Fort Bend, Exchange Club of Sugar Land and the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office are collaborating to bring awareness about April Child Abuse Awareness Month. Hosted by the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office, The Pinwheel Project will be held at Homestead Park at 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle in Richmond – directly across from the Justice Center. This free … [Read more...] about Groups join forces to fight child abuse with Pinwheel Project
Cynthia Barratt named Child Advocate of the Year
Cynthia Barratt was named Child Advocate of the Year for 2017 at Child Advocates of Fort Bend’s Annual Volunteer Celebration held Feb. 15 at Sweetwater Country Club. The event was attended by more than 200 volunteers, community partners and staff. “Cynthia exemplifies the ultimate in volunteerism to the agency – going above and beyond, donating her time, her talent and … [Read more...] about Cynthia Barratt named Child Advocate of the Year
Child Advocates of Fort Bend taking training applications
Child Advocates of Fort Bend is offering a Flex Training Class to train volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children. With the Flex Learning curriculum, volunteers will be able to complete part of the training online and the remainder by classroom (on Monday evenings). Fifteen hours of the 30-hour training can be done from a home computer. Applications will be … [Read more...] about Child Advocates of Fort Bend taking training applications
Local agencies join forces to fight child abuse
In an effort to combat the injustices of child abuse and neglect, more than 20 agencies recently signed an agreement renewing their commitment to work together on behalf of child victims. The ceremony, hosted by the Child Advocates of Fort Bend (CAFB) Children’s Advocacy Center, was held at CAFB’s offices. The Protocol and Memorandum of Understanding details the importance … [Read more...] about Local agencies join forces to fight child abuse