Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy

01/09/2026

Law enforcement in our area know about Justice and they work tirelessly for children to make it happen. We sincerely appreciate our law enforcement partners!

Happy National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day!👮‍♂️👮🏿‍♀️

When a child needs help, law enforcement is often the first to respond. Their partnership on the MDT helps protect victims and move cases forward with care and purpose. 💙

01/08/2026

We are incredibly thankful to Shannon White and her foundation, Through the Looking Glass, for this extraordinary gift of $250,000 to the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy.

This generous investment plays a crucial role in ensuring that our doors remain open and our services remain fully operational for the vulnerable children and families who depend on us during their most difficult moments.

Because of this support, children will continue to have a safe place to share their stories, families will continue to receive advocacy and guidance, and healing will continue without fear of losing critical services.

Shannon’s belief in this work is more than a donation; it is a powerful statement that our community values children, healing, and justice. We are deeply grateful to Through the Looking Glass for their commitment to the community and commitment to protecting our most vulnerable.

Also pictured is State Representative Ryan Rose, whose leadership and commitment to raising awareness about the Hamilton Center and the needs of the children we serve have been instrumental. We are thankful for his continued support and advocacy on behalf of our mission.

From all of us at the Hamilton Center, thank you for standing with our children and investing in hope.

12/19/2025

💙 Thank You, Arvest Bank! 💙

We are incredibly grateful to Arvest Bank for their generous $1,200 donation to the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy. We had the honor of accepting this support with a “giant check” presentation, and even more importantly, a giant show of community care.

Arvest Bank has long been a strong supporter of our community, and this donation is a meaningful reminder that local partnerships truly matter. Their commitment helps ensure that children and families facing abuse are met with compassion, advocacy, and hope during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

Thank you, Arvest Bank, for standing with us and for continuing to invest in the well-being of our community. 💛 Together, we are making a difference.

Shown left to right:
Jennifer Caldwell, Brooke Moore, Danielle Rogers, Lori Winesburg, Laurie Burnett, and Bailey Morgan

12/19/2025

A very special thank you to The Degen Foundation! We were honored by an unexpected visit yesterday, and after a tour and meaningful conversation, the Center was awarded $5,000. We cannot thank you enough for your generosity and support of our mission.

Christmas 2025 Gifts:
Last but not least, the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy received a $5000 gift to be used "as needed" for the children who utilize the center. The some of the staff of the Center were on hand for picture taking and were so pleased to receive the unexpected gift.
Pictured with Tom Webb and Rebecca Ameis are Hamilton Center staff members (left to right) Madi, Marlene, Angie and Bailey along with Brittney Walker, Program Director (red shirt). Madi, Angie and Bailey are Forensic Interviewers; Marlne if a Family Advocate.
These people do tremendous work for children in need. We appreciate them so very much.
Merry Christmas to all!!

12/16/2025

As we approach the end of the year, we want to pause and reflect on the children and families who have walked through our doors in 2025.

So far this year, the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy has served 1,065 children, a 9% increase over last year. Each number represents a child who needed safety, advocacy, and a trauma-informed response during one of the most difficult moments of their life.

While the need for our services continues to grow, our funding has not kept pace. In fact, we are facing significant funding losses ahead. In 2026 alone, the Hamilton Center is projected to lose nearly $700,000 in funding, putting critical services for children and families at risk.

Despite this reality, our commitment remains unchanged. We continue to show up for children, ensuring they receive compassionate advocacy, coordinated investigations, and access to healing services—because turning a child away is never an option.

As we close out the year, we are asking our community to stand with us in a meaningful way. Year-end gifts are critical and help us bridge gaps, plan for sustainability, and continue serving every child who needs us.

If you are able to give, share, or help spread the word, you are directly supporting children and families in our community when they need it most.

Thank you for believing in this work, for trusting us with your support, and for standing with the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy. 💙

12/09/2025

A heartfelt thank you to the Western Arkansas Community Foundation for their $1,000 grant to the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy. Every dollar invested in our center is an investment in the safety, comfort, and healing of children in our community. We’re honored by this support and proud to serve a region that shows up for kids. Thank you for believing in this work. 🩵

12/04/2025

Join us Saturday at the Van Buren Walmart! We’re teaming up with the Van Buren Police Department to Stuff the Squad Car with toys and holiday cheer. 🎁
Let’s come together and bring a little Christmas magic to local kids!

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🚓 Join Us for Stuff the Squad Car! 🎁

We’re excited to announce that on Saturday, December 6th from 9am-1pm, we’ll be teaming up with the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy at Walmart in Van Buren for our annual “Stuff the Squad Car” event!

This is your chance to help us fill our squad car with donations that will go directly to local children in need this holiday season. Every item counts and makes a difference in our community.

📍 Where: Van Buren Walmart
🗓️ When: Saturday, December 6th
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 1 PM

We can’t wait to see you there!

12/04/2025

🎉✨ Celebrating Two Incredible Years! ✨🎉

Today, we’re honored to celebrate Brittney Walker, our Program Director, and Becca Frazier, our Nurse, on their 2-year work anniversary with HCCA! 💛

Brittney is fun, bubbly, and brings joy everywhere she goes—from her bright outfits and jewelry to the way she lights up any room she walks into. She’s always ready to make us laugh (or scare us 👀😂), and her heart for the children we serve and the staff she supports is truly unmatched. We couldn’t do the work we do without her.

Becca is kind, gentle, and incredibly intelligent—our best listener and a calming presence in the office. But don’t be fooled by her quiet nature… she keeps us laughing more than anyone! Our center and the clients we serve are so lucky to have a nurse like Becca.

Please join us in congratulating Brittney and Becca on this special milestone! 💐💛
Here’s to many more years of impact, compassion, and joy! 🙌✨

12/01/2025

Update: Today is the day!!! Please consider the Hamilton Center for your GivingTuesday support.
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Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, and I want to be honest about where we are: children in Sebastian and Crawford Counties are coming to us in greater numbers, 1019 so far this year. At the same time, CACs across Arkansas—including ours—are facing real financial strain as grant funding is reduced or lost statewide. That gap doesn’t lower the need; it just shifts it to our community. Your gift helps us keep our doors open and our services strong—forensic interviews, family advocacy, therapy support, and the calm, child-friendly spaces that help children feel safe in the middle of crisis.

Giving Tuesday is the best moment to give because your support arrives right when this funding loss hits hardest and helps stabilize services going into the new year. If you’ve ever wondered when your dollars matter most, it’s now. A donation *of any size* directly protects children and supports families on their path to healing. Please give if you can, and share this post to help us reach others who care about kids. 💙

09/05/2025

✨ We are so grateful! ✨

The Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy was honored to receive a generous grant award from First Presbyterian Church. This gift will directly support our Advocacy Program, which provides vital services to children and families in crisis.

At a time when we are facing significant federal grant cuts, this community support means more than ever. Because of partners like First Presbyterian, we can continue standing alongside children and families on their journey to healing. 💙

Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us protect the most vulnerable in our community!

(Pictured left to right: Phillip Merry,1st Pres. Mission Outreach and Benevolence Committee; Laurie Burnett, HCCA Executive Director; and Marcus Coker, HCCA Board President)