Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

What an incredible evening!

Our Partners in Protection Inaugural Charity Banquet was a tremendous success, and we are so grateful to everyone who made it possible, from our guests and sponsors to our partners, staff, and board members. And the food and the band! Amazing!!

A special thank you to Attorney General Tim Griffin for his leadership and for announcing a $50,000 matching pledge, helping us strengthen our ability to serve children and families in our community.

This year’s event was a little different. As our first year hosting, we chose an invitation-only format, with our board members inviting guests, so we could thoughtfully manage the size and ensure a meaningful experience for everyone involved.

If you weren’t invited, please know you were not overlooked! We simply didn’t know what to expect and wanted to make sure we could execute the event well.

And now that we’ve seen what’s possible…

We’re already looking ahead.

Next year, we hope to grow this event, welcoming more of our community to be part of this important work.

Because protecting children is not the responsibility of a few, it is a commitment we all share.

Thank you for standing with us as partners in protection.

04/12/2026

An AOTB favorite, Amy Eichler Art, will bring her vibrant painting style to ! See you July 17-18, 2026!

04/12/2026

Save the date!

Mark your calendars for Art on the Border on July 17th!

This incredible event brings together 80+ artists for a one-of-a-kind art show, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits. The Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy is blessed to be a beneficiary this year.

Come out, enjoy amazing art, and support a great cause.

04/02/2026

Today, we gathered as a community to plant over 1,000 pinwheels at the Van Buren Police Department and the Hamilton Center, each one representing a child from Sebastian and Crawford counties who was served by the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy in 2025.

Each pinwheel tells a story. A story of courage, resilience, and the beginning of healing.

We are incredibly grateful to our MDT partners, BACA, CASA, and all of the community members who stood alongside our staff to take part in this meaningful ceremony. Your presence is a powerful reminder that no child walks this journey alone.

If you happen to drive by and see the field of pinwheels, we encourage you to pause for just a moment. Reflect on the children they represent and the strength it takes to move forward after trauma.

Together, we are creating a community where children are supported, believed, and given the chance to heal.

Thank you for standing with us. 💙

03/31/2026

Please join us for this FUN, STAR WARS themed event!!

Gather your team of 4 and join us to strike back against child abuse! Your participation will help fulfill the missions of both the Kiwanis Club and the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy.
Your entry fee will cover: 3 games, shoe rental, t-shirts for each team member, prize payouts for 1st, 2nd, 3rd teams and a choice of pizza/beer/soda.

Sign up here: https://www.givesignup.org/TicketEvent/CommunityStrikesBack

Child abuse is more prevalent in our community than anyone wants to believe. The services provided by the Hamilton Center ensure that child victims of abuse and their families have access to the resources necessary for healing and rebuilding their lives after trauma. The Commissary Kiwanis Club is committed to supporting agencies that serve children in need. Come be a part of a community that is committed to the protection and well-being of our children.
Presented by: Commissary Kiwanis Club Fort Smith
Premium Sponsor: First National Bank of Fort Smith
Food/Beverage Sponsor: Landmark CPA's
(For other sponsorship opportunities please email [1]Jeff Adams or [2]William Ricks)

Saturday April 11th, 2026
12.30 - 3.00 p.m.
Check-in- 12:30 pm
Bowling starts: 1.00 pm
References
1. mailto:bnzkiwi@gmail.com
2. mailto:williamricks@fnbfs.com

03/31/2026

Tomorrow kicks off Child Abuse Awareness Month, and we invite you to stand with us in support of the children in our community 💙

Please join us at our Pinwheel Ceremonies as we come together to raise awareness and show hope for a brighter future. Each pinwheel placed in the ground represents a child who was seen at the Center last year. A powerful reminder of why our work matters.

Tomorrow, April 1st....

Crawford County will be at 9:30 at the Van Buren Police Department

Sebastian County will be at 1:30 at the Center

Together, we can make a difference.

03/25/2026

Don’t forget to order your shirts—Child Abuse Awareness Month kicks off next week! 💙

We can’t wait to see everyone showing their support for the Center and the children in our community. Thank you for helping us spread awareness and make a difference!

Next month is Child Abuse Awareness Month 💙

To help spread awareness, the Center will be selling shirts and we have 4 great design options to choose from! We can’t wait to see everyone wearing theirs and helping us share this important message throughout the community.

Be sure to visit our website to place your order!
https://hamiltoncca.org/shop-1

As always, thank you for your continued support of the Center and the children we serve. 💙

03/22/2026

Our vision at the Hamilton Center for Child Advocacy is that every child lives in a community committed to their protection and wellbeing. This is why…

03/18/2026

Next month is Child Abuse Awareness Month 💙

To help spread awareness, the Center will be selling shirts and we have 4 great design options to choose from! We can’t wait to see everyone wearing theirs and helping us share this important message throughout the community.

Be sure to visit our website to place your order!
https://hamiltoncca.org/shop-1

As always, thank you for your continued support of the Center and the children we serve. 💙