Children's Center

08/07/2025

We were honored to collaborate with the National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children (NADEC) during this week’s Oregon DEC Summit in Lake Oswego!

With close to 200 local partners in attendance over a powerful two-day training, it was inspiring to witness so many dedicated professionals come together to learn, connect, and advance efforts to protect children impacted by substance use and neglect.

We’re proud to be a partner with NADEC in this vital work.

A heartfelt thank you to Clackamas County Children's Commission for their generous support in helping provide the space for this important summit.

Together, we are building safer futures and stronger communities for children and families across Oregon and beyond.

07/11/2025

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been selected as a Target Circle Community Giving partner!

From now until September 30, 2025, every eligible purchase you make at Target, in-store or online, earns you a vote. You can use those votes to support the Children’s Center and help us receive a share of Target’s giving!

💖 Here’s how you can help:
Vote for us using the Target Circle app or use the link below to vote today.
www.target.com/circle/community-voting

Your vote will help us provide healing, hope, and vital services to children and families in our community.

🗳️ Voting ends September 30, 2025
📢 Don’t forget to tell your friends and family to vote too!

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July to our incredible community! We at the Children's Center wish you a day filled with joy and safety. Please note that we will be closed today to celebrate Independence Day. We hope you have a fantastic time with your loved ones and create lasting memories.

07/02/2025

The Children’s Center is proud to announce that we are now a recognized member of the National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children (DEC)!

This partnership strengthens our commitment to protecting children affected by substance use and ensuring they receive the care, support, and opportunities they deserve.

Together with the National DEC, we’ll work to raise awareness, build safer communities, and advocate for the well-being of every child. 💛

06/20/2025

You're Invited! ☕️✨

Join us for a tour of the Children's Center and see firsthand how we’re creating lasting change for children and families in our community.

Learn about the vital services we provide to support healing and prevent abuse. Discover how your involvement can help make a meaningful difference.

Coffee and breakfast snacks will be provided!

📅 Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
🕣 Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
📍 Location: 1713 Penn Lane, Oregon City, OR 97045

For more info and visit our website at www.childrenscenter.cc

06/19/2025

🌯 Dinner with a Purpose! 🌯

This Saturday, June 21st, from 4–8 PM, grab Chipotle at 17015 SE Sunnyside Rd, Happy Valley and support the Children’s Center!

🌟 Use code AY76BYH when ordering online or show this post in person.

🥗 25% of your purchase will help bring healing and hope to children and families in our community.

Let’s make dinner count! 💙

05/19/2025

What an incredible event we had at Clackamette Park on Saturday! We teamed up with Skating is Connection (SIC) to host a fantastic event in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month.

The aim of Child Abuse Prevention Month of creating Positive Childhood Experiences and promoting resilience in children is so important, and SIC truly embodies that mission through their focus on strengthening relationships and community through artistic expression and healthy activity.

Despite the drizzly weather, we had an amazing turnout of about 100 kids and community members who were all engaged and excited to be there. It was so heartwarming to see everyone come together to strengthen relationships and build a stronger community through artistic expression and healthy activity.

A huge thank you to Push Movement and Dream Big City for their support in making this event possible. We couldn't have done it without them!

05/16/2025

Don't forget your raincoat and join us tomorrow at Clackamette Park for an amazing day of skateboarding fun! Children’s Center and Skating is Connection are teaming up to give away painted and refurbished skateboards to kids in Clackamas County, so you won't want to miss out!

Come jam out with us and learn how to skateboard safely with other skateboarding organizations like Push, Dream Big City, and Skateboarding Saves. It's going to be a blast for the whole family with FREE food and an art table!

Mark your calendars for tomorrow, Saturday, May 17th from 10AM-12PM at Clackamette Park, 1955 Clackamette Dr, Oregon City, OR 97045.

You won't want to miss this exciting event. So grab your raincoat, because rain or shine we’ll be skating! See you there!

05/13/2025

Children's Center is excited to partner with Skating is Connection, a local nonprofit, to give away painted and refurbished skateboards to children in Clackamas County!

Jam out with us while learning how to safely skateboard with other skateboarding organizations: Push, Dream Big City and Skateboarding Saves!

This is a FREE event for the whole family with Free Food and an art table!

Date: Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Time: 10AM-12PM
Location: Clackamette Park
1955 Clackamette Dr, Oregon City, OR 97045

05/09/2025

What an incredible gesture by the Family Law and Child Advocacy Association from Willamette University College of Law! The teddy bears collected during their annual Teddy Bear Tea Party will bring so much comfort and joy to the children who come through our doors.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of these kids and showing that there is a village that loves and supports them. Your kindness and generosity are truly appreciated.

04/26/2025

🌟 We are at the Silver Regional Human Trafficking Conference, standing alongside some incredible advocates: Sarah Smith from the Children's Center in Oregon City and Carrie Jensen from the National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children, with Judge John Romero (ret.) Silver Regional Sexual Assault Support Services (SASS)

04/25/2025

Our very own, Sarah Smith attending the Human Trafficking Conference!

NADEC’s Carrie Jensen reconnected with Sarah Smith from the Children’s Center CAC in Oregon City, Oregon at this week’s Human Trafficking Conference. Their continued collaboration is making a real impact for children in trauma—and we’re excited for what’s ahead!

Stay tuned for more great work with Oregon and our dedicated allies in the field.