Who We Are
We envision a community free from child abuse.
Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization providing hope to children and families victimized by child abuse. Our proven approach brings experts together under one roof to ensure safety and justice. We are the only agency in our community offering services critical to healing, free for life.
A team effort
Providing safety, healing, and justice at Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County is a team effort. We use the multi-disciplinary team approach; under one roof, we house law enforcement, Child Protective Services, therapists, family advocates, interns, and volunteers. Additionally, we work hand-in-hand with the district attorney’s office to ensure that justice is served.
A history of care
Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County began as a project of the Junior League of Plano (now Junior League of Collin County). When the Center opened its doors in Plano, TX, in 1992, we had the staff, space, and resources to serve only 10 percent of the children in our community victimized by abuse or neglect. Since 1999, we have been offering services to 100 percent of children and families victimized by abuse in our community, free of charge.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide safety, healing, and justice to children victimized by abuse and neglect in Collin County.
We Value
We value the visible and invisible qualities and unique perspectives and experiences that each person contributes to our organization.
We Believe
We believe every child and their non-offending family members victimized by child abuse deserve access to the services we offer.
We Commit
We commit to providing a space that is welcoming, safe, and respectful for all clients, staff, and partners.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Clients, donors, partners, and staff are treated with dignity and respect.
We operate in a fiscally responsible manner and exhibit the highest level of stewardship.
We adhere to excellence of professional practices and ethical standards.
Excellence
Every child receives exceptional trauma-informed intervention from each member of the team, from the time they are greeted at the front desk until their case is completed.
Children and their families are at the center of all we do.
We are innovative in developing solutions, knowledge, partners, and resources.
Collaboration
We rely on the strength of the multi-disciplinary approach.
We work with other community organizations committed to improving the welfare of children.
We embrace teamwork and respect each team member’s contribution to the mission.
Empowerment
We promote hope, self-reliance, and strength for our clients and staff members.
We provide an environment that supports multi-disciplinary team success.
We serve as a catalyst and coordinator to engage the community in the fight against child abuse.