Take One Community Program will hold its annual fundraiser for Child Abuse Prevention & Aware-ness on March 29, as it prepares for events and activities to raise awareness for child abuse preven-tion throughout the month of April. The agency annually organizes events to alert the public and elevate the dialogue for child abuse prevention.
The Take One Community Program will partner with California Pizza Kitchen at Somerset Mall in Troy for a worthwhile dine and donate experience on March 29. Supporters are invited to visit the restaurant anytime from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and donate to the cause by purchasing a meal – dine-in or carry-out – and mention Take One Community Program’s name. California Pizza Kitchen will offer 20 percent discounts on Take One meals in contribution to this important program.
The organization’s programs provide comprehensive after school programs that are fun, lively, and creative in a safe and secure environment. On a daily basis, young participants are encouraged to engage in programs to nurture them intellectually, physically, and spiritually. Take One’s goal is to support local communities and the nation by empowering children to develop stong character and healthy behaviors which are vital for youth in today’s society.
“We are delighted to have the opportunity to raise financial support for our children.” said Take One Community Program CEO, Yohannes Bolds. “Our organization is very excited about this event. The work we do helping children live a better quality of life is challenging but worthy they deserve so much.”
Facts:
” Every 10 seconds, a child in the United States experiences abuse.
” Every day between four to seven abused or neglected children will die as a result of that abuse.
” Half of all abused children experience abuse before their fifth birthdays, with the greatest risk of abuse occurring during the first year of life.
” Much of the abuse occurs in the form of sexual abuse. One in five girls and one in ten boys will experience sexual abuse before their 18th birthday; one-third of these cases happen before the child is 7.
” More than 90 percent of all abuse occurs at the hands of someone the child knows, loves and trusts.
Child abuse happens in all communities, in all neighborhoods, and has the potential to occur in any household.
National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect, and to promote the social and emotional well-being of children and families. During the month of April and throughout the year, communities are encouraged to share child abuse and neglect prevention awareness strategies and activities and promote prevention across the country.
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