Serving Clare, Gladwin, Gratiot and Isabella Counties for over
30 years.
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Who We Are and What We Do
History
Child Advocacy 4C Association was formed in 1976 by Gratiot County Professionals and citizens interested in working together to provide services for children and their families. An office with 1 staff person opened in 1978, when we became one of the original 11 Community Coordinated Child Care (4C) Councils. In November of 1982, the Gratiot County Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Council merged with Child Advocacy, and we became a charter member of the Michigan Committee for the Prevention of Child Abuse. In 1983, we were one of the first Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Programs funded through the Children's Trust Fund, enabling us to introduce the P.A.I.R. Program and BUBBYLONIA to Gratiot County. In October of 1989, we were assigned Isabella and Clare counties as part of our service area under our 4C contract with the Michigan Department of Social Services (or Family Independence Agency, now Department of Human Services). Gladwin County was added in 1991. In 1994, Child Advocacy became a Designated Council for the Children's Trust Fund. We have gone from a part time staff of one, to a staff of 8, working together on behalf of children and their families.
Mission
The mission of Child Advocacy 4C is to work for the welfare of children and their families and to advance service as needed.
Values
* Quality Childcare
* Prevention of child abuse and neglect
* Parent Education
* Coordination of Services
* Public Communication
Funding
Child Advocacy 4C programs are funded through the Early Childhood Investment Corporation, the Children's Trust Fund, United Way of Gratiot, Isabella and Clare Counties, fundraising, donations and memberships. We also apply for additional grants that are compatible with our mission and values.
Membership
Membership in Child Advocacy 4C Association is open to all interested persons or organizations. A quarterly newsletter is sent to all members. Business is conducted at quarterly meetings which are open to the public. Members support the values of Child Advocacy 4C through donation of their time or through financial donations. With your commitment, we can continue to work toward bettering the quality of life of children and their families.
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