July 30, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of one of Safe & Sound’s founding members, Maria Eitz. Maria was a remarkable person, truly giving and selfless, who dedicated her life to supporting families in our community.
June 24, 2024
Spotlight on Neglect webinar goal was to raise awareness about the high correlation of poverty and allegations of neglect and the fact that providing families with the resources and supports they need can keep families safely together without unnecessary child welfare involvement.
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June 10, 2024
Join Safe & Sound's annual Back-to-School Drive and help provide essential school supplies to children in need. Last year, we made a difference for Mia and her family, giving her the hope and confidence to start the school year on equal footing with her peers. Your support can bring smiles and hope to many more children this year.
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May 22, 2024
Please join us to celebrate and fundraise for the families we serve at Safe & Sound! For more than 50 years, we have been at the forefront of providing programs that keep children safe and families strong. Support our mission at our 27th Annual “Blue Ribbon Celebration” and help us build brighter futures for our families and community!
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May 14, 2024
Safe & Sound is proud to announce the CYW’s successful completion of a groundbreaking program aimed at demonstrating the feasibility of ACEs screening…
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February 23, 2024
The TALK Line is Safe & sound’s “front door” that many families use for our direct, supportive, wrap-around services…
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December 29, 2023
Workers and volunteers with Safe and Sound — a San Francisco nonprofit focused on preventing and reducing the impact of childhood abuse, neglect and trauma throughout California — began the year with cause for celebration.
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December 1, 2023
Joyous sounds fill Safe & Sound’s Therapeutic Children’s Playroom as children giggle and play. The Playroom, always buzzing with activities…
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August 24, 2023
As a new school year approaches, the excitement of seeing friends and learning new things can quickly be erased by the stresses too often felt by families living in vulnerable situations…
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July 26, 2023
We welcome you to the Safe & Sound speakeasy where you will sip on your Tom Collins and dance the night away to some 1920s sounds, while we highlight the impact Safe & Sound has had in the community for the past 50 years!
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July 26, 2023
In September 2022, Safe & Sound released an issue brief proposing recommendations that will build strong communities that help keep children safe and families together. Over the last year…
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May 29, 2023
Over the past 15 years, Safe & Sound’s programs have directly served more than 150,000 individuals and contributed to a 67% reduction in the rate of child abuse in San Francisco.
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May 12, 2023
I am honored and excited to connect with you as the new CEO of Safe & Sound. It’s been an extraordinary first few weeks filled with warm welcomes, thoughtful team discussions, inspiring connections with families, and a sneak peek into the incredible foundation this organization has built.
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April 16, 2023
We are thrilled to officially welcome our new CEO, Dr. Pegah Faed, to the Safe & Sound community. Pegah has dedicated her career to lasting change for children and families, and we are energized to embark on the next chapter for Safe & Sound with her leadership.
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February 3, 2023
Letter from Sarah Whitelaw and Bill Barnes, Board Co-Chairs; and Doug Tom, Chair of the Search Committee and the CEO Success Committee Dear Safe &…
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November 21, 2022
After fleeing her home country because of domestic violence, Amanda found herself staying with one of her four children in an emergency shelter in San…
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September 20, 2022
Partnering with communities to create a child & family well-being system We are in the midst of a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine the child welfare…
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June 13, 2022
Letter from Katie Albright June 8, 2022 To my dear friends and partners of the Safe & Sound Community, I have some important news to share with…
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June 6, 2022
Seeking the Next Cohort of Pediatric Practices for Participation SAN FRANCISCO and EAST WINDSOR, N.J., June 6, 2022 – Safe & Sound’s Center for Youth…
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March 23, 2022
We recognize and honor the memory of Madeleine K. Albright, 64th United States Secretary of State and first female secretary of state in U.S. history. She…
February 24, 2022
We strongly condemn the recent actions of Texas Governor Greg Abbott to classify gender-affirming care for transgender children as “child abuse.” Simply stated, gender-affirming care…
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January 28, 2022
By: Katie Albright and Jody Levison-Johnson January 28, 2022 Children thrive on positive and nurturing relationships with caregivers and other adults in their lives. This…
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August 11, 2021
The Greater Bay Area Child Abuse Prevention Council Coalition August 8, 2021 Over the past many months, we have learned to practice social distancing, mask…
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June 30, 2021
Today, the Center for Youth Wellness (CYW) and Safe & Sound announced their agreement to join together as one organization to serve families and children in San Francisco. Both…
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May 5, 2021
By Katie Albright | April 30, 2021 April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which then turns to May as Foster Care Month. The time to acknowledge deep…
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April 20, 2021
The San Francisco Family Resource Center (FRC) Alliance condemns the rise in racist rhetoric and violence against Asian, Asian-American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities and…
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April 12, 2021
Every child comes into the world filled with tremendous potential and the promise for the future. Potential that may lead to transformational innovations, social justice,…
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April 8, 2021
This April and throughout the year, the Greater Bay Area Child Abuse Prevention Council Coalition members have joined to increase awareness about child and family…
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November 17, 2020
Sometimes we all need a little help, but it’s not always easy to ask. Ms. Yang’s son needed a new pair of shoes after his…
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August 13, 2020
Safe & Sound is excited to be highlighted by Casey Family Programs in their recent “Bright Spot”, which focuses on our programs and services provided…
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August 5, 2020
“Dear Safe & Sound, I may not always say I when I say thank you. Thank you for allowing m to summer camp. This is…
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June 5, 2020
To our Safe & Sound community: There comes a time when we must acknowledge we are not doing enough. We must do more. We must stand…
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April 30, 2020
Dear Friends, On this last day of Child Abuse Prevention Month, I hope that you and your family, friends, and colleagues are healthy and well.
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April 24, 2020
Dear Friends, In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, San Francisco’s 26 neighborhood-based Family Resource Centers (FRCs) have responded quickly to meet the needs of vulnerable children,…
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April 10, 2020
Dear Friends, Safe & Sound has rapidly adapted our programs and services to respond to the growing and extensive impact this public health crisis has…
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April 3, 2020
Dear Friends, April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. In the few weeks leading up to this month, our collective lives have been turned upside…
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March 26, 2020
Dear Friends, Safe & Sound is here and working to protect children, strengthen families, and build community during this difficult time. At the top of…
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March 19, 2020
Under Mayor Breed’s Shelter-in-Place Order, our Waller Street Family Support Center has been closed. However, all of our staff will be working remotely to continue…
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March 13, 2020
To Our Safe & Sound Friends, Families & Colleagues, At the heart of our mission at Safe & Sound is our commitment to protecting the…
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January 22, 2020
With deep sadness on his recent passing, we respectfully honor our long-time supporter, Frank Caufield, who helped so many in a humble and quiet way.
January 13, 2020
Safe & Sound is saddened by the recent passing of Mardi Kildebeck, who was a wonderful friend, a supporter of our work, and a regular…
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September 30, 2019
It was August, almost time for her four kids to go back to elementary school for the new school year. They needed so many new…
Events & Fundraising | Families & Parenting
September 3, 2019
Last week, Safe & Sound was honored to participate in UC Berkeley’s Company Visits Program and welcomed nine undergraduate students on a tour of our…
Events & Fundraising
August 30, 2019
Safe & Sound CEO Katie Albright is a member of The Greater Bay Area Child Abuse Prevention Council Coalition, whose mission is to provide leadership and…
Families & Parenting
August 26, 2019
Last week, the National Child Abuse Coalition (NCAC) delivered a letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Leader Kevin McCarthy, Leader Mitch McConnell, and Leader Charles Schumer, expressing…
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July 30, 2019
Recently, Walter & Elise Haas Fund Executive Director Jamie Allison spoke with Safe & Sound CEO Katie Albright as part of their Betting on the…
June 25, 2019
Children who experience abuse may require help to recover. Parents who want to help their child recover often have to choose between working to pay for living…
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January 7, 2019
Safe & Sound is honored to be awarded the 2018 Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the world’s largest source of nonprofit information, recognizing that…
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November 14, 2018
For information about sponsorships, please email luncheon@safeandsound.org.
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November 14, 2018
I giggled last night with my sons – back and forth – we laughed and those moments made my heart swell. I hope you also…
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September 17, 2018
Mateo’s mother, Elena, came to me worried. Elena didn’t know what to do about her 3-year-old son’s behavior issues. Being a young single mother, she needed help…
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August 24, 2018
We did a lot last year. We supported vulnerable families, expanded our partnerships, and leveraged new data to advocate for the health, safety, and…
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July 26, 2018
We had a fantastic Blue Ribbon Luncheon. Thanks to the 650+ supporters who joined us on April 19 to prevent child abuse and reduce its…
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July 2, 2018
Miembros de la comunidad: Al igual que muchos de ustedes, estoy indignada con la reciente política de esta administración que separa a los niños de…
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June 20, 2018
Leer en Español. Fellow Community Members, Like so many of you, I am outraged by this administration’s recent policy to forcibly and systematically separate children…
Children
May 2, 2018
My journey to Safe & Sound has been unorthodox, to say the least. Before Safe & Sound hired me in August of 2017, I worked…
Families & Parenting
January 27, 2018
He was a dear friend and constant champion for children. Today, our founder, Dr. Grossman, passed away. It was in 1973 when Dr. Moses Grossman…
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December 21, 2017
To me, safe and sound is my mother’s voice. Her constant vigilance about my health and wellbeing. It’s her saying to me as I hurriedly…
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December 13, 2017
Dear Safe & Sound Community, We have lost a true friend. Mayor Edwin M. Lee was an incredible champion for children and families. He advocated…
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November 28, 2017
Every year, Safe & Sound hosts our annual Holiday Toy Store and Meal Program. This beloved program gives parents the opportunity to select free gifts…
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November 15, 2017
With her newborn son cradled in her arms and 4-year-old daughter by her side, Maya walked into Safe & Sound’s family support center unsure of…
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November 15, 2017
Active in many causes throughout San Francisco, Connie had a special place in her heart of Safe & Sound (formerly the San Francisco Child Abuse…
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October 26, 2017
On September 28 we announced the winners of our first-ever Pinwheel Photo Contest, which launched this summer! We’re so grateful to all of the participants…
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September 26, 2017
How the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center became Safe & Sound. Earlier this month, I let you know that the San Francisco Child Abuse…
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June 16, 2017
I first met Melinda while volunteering at our children’s school. We immediately clicked. I have always been in awe of her ability to throw herself…
Families & Parenting
June 16, 2017
About a month ago at our annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon, I shared our vision with the 600+ supporters and advocates who filled Grand Ballroom at…
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March 30, 2017
It’s Child Abuse Prevention Month: time to stand up and step out. Join us online and in-person at San Francisco City Hall (April 4 @…
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January 25, 2017
As a long-time community leader and volunteer, Cathy worked tirelessly to help parents and caregivers create a safe world for their children. She volunteered two…
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December 19, 2016
What can I say about Natalie? She is unquestionably one of the most dedicated advocates for children and child abuse prevention that I have the…
Families & Parenting
December 19, 2016
‘Tis the season of joy and happiness. Well, at least that’s what commercials, songs, and society says to us. And, for many it is. But…
Families & Parenting
December 8, 2016
Racing down Waller Street as fast as she could with her little 2-year-old legs, Emily abruptly stopped in front of the fire house and pointed…
Children
November 29, 2016
It’s the day in which we focus not on ourselves, but on our community. The day in which we rally support for our cause: a…
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November 11, 2016
Dear Friends, “What do we tell our children?” Our clients and community have been asking us this question and trying to understand its meaning after…
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October 27, 2016
It’s that spooky, ghostly, ghouling time of year. Booo! It’s time to turn on your imagination and turn off the lights. To pull out the…
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October 27, 2016
The Prevention Center is a special place to so many families. It’s a safe base, a refuge for support and learning. It’s also special for…
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September 7, 2016
Gabriella raised her hand and asked to speak with Ms. Brianna privately. At the end of the lesson, outside the 5th grade classroom in the…
Children
August 31, 2016
Collecting and using data is one of the ways we improve our programs to help families and children. As one of two Data Managers at…
August 31, 2016
I met Joe by happenstance on the shore of the Eel River. As we discussed tubing and whether or not there were eels in the…
Children
August 5, 2016
Delia Ehrlich was a passionate philanthropist. The Prevention Center was among the numerous causes that she supported through her membership in the Auxiliary. Delia facilitated numerous…
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July 28, 2016
Slap slap, pat pat, clap clap. Roxanna began slapping her hands against her legs. Quickly without any further prompting, the squirmy third graders settled and…
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July 28, 2016
A year ago, Brianna chose to bring her talents and enthusiasm to the Prevention Center when she joined our team as a community educator. Over…
Children
June 30, 2016
Each summer the kids are out of school, the fog (usually) rolls in along with thousands of tourists, and we all begin the hunt for…
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June 30, 2016
At the Prevention Center, one of my favorite places is our Playroom. Most days it’s filled with uproarious laughter, with bangs and kerplunks, stories being…
Children
May 31, 2016
Here at the Prevention Center one of our many services is a 24-hour parental stress line called the TALKLine, where parents can find a supportive, reflective…
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May 31, 2016
The Prevention Center has learned something important in our more than 40 years of service to families in San Francisco (which recent research confirms): ultimately,…
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May 31, 2016
I met Andrea my first day at the Prevention Center and since, she’s always been a bit of a lifeline for me (really, for everyone)…
April 30, 2016
A mother walks in the door. She is tired, stressed, and trying to care for three kids. She does not remember having a loving mother…
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April 30, 2016
The Prevention Center runs on staff, volunteers, passion, and a lot of pastries. Everything from our 24/7 crisis hotline, the TALKLine, to our Tuesday night…
April 30, 2016
On Thursday, 600+ people gathered together at the Fairmont Hotel to show their support for our one shared mission: to stop child abuse in our…
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March 30, 2016
In the heart of an often over-looked (or unfortunately stereotyped) neighborhood, a school — a community — thrives. Tenderloin Community School (TCS) is at the…
Children
March 30, 2016
Last week, I was lucky enough to attend a class here at the Prevention Center made up of nine youth. I came on behalf of…
Children
March 30, 2016
For the first time ever, San Francisco’s City Hall will be lit up blue on Tuesday, April 5 in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention…
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March 22, 2016
This article has been cross-posted from ACEs Connection, see the original here. On the evening of March 2, 2016, the SF Child Abuse Prevention Center…
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February 24, 2016
Richard has long been a fan and supporter of the Prevention Center. He makes my job easy. But what I love most about Richard is…
February 24, 2016
This article is cross-posted from Huffington Post, read the original here. Over the past few weeks a barrage of articles, blog posts, and conversations have…
Children
February 12, 2016
The Children’s Playroom, here at the Prevention Center, houses many different toys for our young guests. From ticklish Elmo’s, to trains sets, to a mini…
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January 29, 2016
How many children should live in harm’s way? We had to ask ourselves this very question last year as we undertook to create a five…
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January 29, 2016
I’m thrilled to have you meet Paige, a dear friend who I introduced to the Prevention Center years ago at Blue Ribbon Luncheon. Paige was…
January 26, 2016
San Francisco fashion icon Wilkes Bashford supported the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center from our very beginning — from lending advice to hosting a…
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January 26, 2016
San Francisco fashion icon Wilkes Bashford supported the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center from our very beginning — from lending advice to hosting a…
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January 12, 2016
We’re proud to announce the 19th Annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon! This year’s luncheon promises to be better than ever. Sesame Street’s own Sonia Manzano (or Maria…
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December 22, 2015
Since I first told Jen about the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center she’s been a staunch advocate for our work and for child safety.
December 22, 2015
I love the holidays. There are lights and cheer on every corner of San Francisco. Visitors come to town, school’s out, and family is all…
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December 3, 2015
Vivian packed her belongings and two kids into the car and she left. She was done with him pushing her around. She’d had enough of…
Families & Parenting
December 1, 2015
What is the Children’s Playroom? The Children’s Playroom here at the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center provides therapeutic play and support groups for kids…
November 17, 2015
Lois Pavlov is San Francisco’s child abuse prevention pioneer. As a long-time community leader and children’s advocate, Lois worked tirelessly to create a better, stronger…
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November 17, 2015
Lois Pavlov is San Francisco’s child abuse prevention pioneer. As a long-time community leader and children’s advocate, Lois worked tirelessly to create a better, stronger…
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November 11, 2015
This article is cross-posted from Olive Grove. Maria was in second grade when her grandfather was arrested for forcing her to have sex with him…
October 27, 2015
Juanita was addicted to alcohol and drugs and in an abusive relationship that was harmful to her and her two children. She was desperate to…
September 4, 2015
Notable News Children are settling into their classes in schools across the Bay Area and BART and Muni are jam-packed with riders recently returned from…
June 17, 2015
On Friday, August 28th, 25 cyclists will begin a 100-mile ride from the front door of our family support center in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood of…
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April 27, 2015
Thanks to the generosity of our many supporters, we raised over $640,000! This record breaking amount will support vital services for at-risk children and their…
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April 27, 2015
Check it out here. Our very own Katie Albright, Executive Director, participated in the Aspen Institute’s webinar discussing the intersection of toxic stress, health and…
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April 13, 2015
On Tuesday, April 7, 2015, Ascend at the Aspen Institute released Two Generations. One Future: An Anthology from the Ascend Fellowship. The Anthology builds on…
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April 8, 2015
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Click here for President Obama’s official proclamation and inspiring words. Together we can Shine the Light on child abuse and protect…
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February 27, 2015
Notable News The National Children’s Alliance (the entity that accredits Children’s Advocacy Centers nationally) has awarded the Prevention Center funding to develop protocols and trainings to…
January 30, 2015
Happy January 2015! Because of you, the children of San Francisco have begun this year on a happier note. Whether you are a donor, volunteer,…
October 3, 2014
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September 29, 2014
A deep thank you to all who joined us on May 2, 2014 to make our 17th Annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon a HUGE success! Inspired…
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September 19, 2014
Dear Friends, I am thrilled to announce our merger with Kids’ Turn, which is now a program of the San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center! Since…
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August 29, 2014
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February 26, 2014
The San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center (Prevention Center), whose mission is to prevent child abuse and reduce its devastating impact, today announced the grand…
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February 16, 2014
Bay Area Focus – 2/16/2014 First, make sure you’re logged into Facebook, and then click here to watch the video! By Bay Area Focus.
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October 9, 2013
The San Francisco Child Abuse Prevention Center (the Prevention Center), a non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of child abuse in San Francisco, announced today…
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March 29, 2013
“In this week’s episode of “Beyond the Headlines,” we take a look at a heartbreaking subject that touches nearly every community in the United States:…
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December 26, 2012
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