Calendar - Child Advocates, Inc. - Mobilizing volunteers to break the cycle of child abuse

Whether your interest is in volunteering at one of our children's activities, assisting in the planning and production of one of our special events or attending one of our major fundraisers, Child Advocates offers a variety of opportunities to support our mission throughout the year. Click on the month of your choosing for a list of events and opportunities to get involved.

*To ensure the safety of the children we serve and that of our volunteers, we have instituted formalized security measures. Child Advocates, Inc. will perform a felony, sex offender and cps background check (pdf) on ALL individuals who sign up to volunteer for any of our activities or events that will be attended by the children we serve.

JANUARY

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

01.17.10 Houston Marathon (SUPPORT/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Support: What is your reason for running or walking this year? Participation Requirements: Register for event or donate online

01.30.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

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FEBRUARY

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

All Month Car Pros for Kids (SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY) Receive two free oil changes when you donate $30 or more. Participation Requirements: None

02.18.10 YPC Social (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY) Join the YPC for some cocktails and conversation! Participation Requirements: None

MARCH

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

03.04.10 Friends of Child Advocates Membership Social (SOCIAL/SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY) Come see what the Friends of Child Advocates is all about. Participation Requirements: RSVP

03.06.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

03.27.10 YPC Children's Event - How Do You Zoo? (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) YPC members - sign up now to volunteer at this event!. Participation Requirements: RSVP and clear background check

APRIL

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

04.10&11.10 Houston Children's Festival presented by Baker Hughes (SUPPORT/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Come celebrate springtime with the little ones at Houston's favorite family event!. Participation Requirements: Event ticket

04.17.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

04.TBD.10 YPC Astros Fundraiser (SOCIAL/SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY) Join the YPC for some beers and baseball at Minute Maid Park! Participation Requirements: None

MAY

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

05.08.10 Pull for Kids Classic (SUPPORT/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Come rock and roll the night away at our 18th annual event honoring Bernie and Ed Powell and chaired by Kim and Scott David. Participation Requirements: Event ticket

05.13.10 YPC Social (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY) Join the YPC for some cocktails and conversation! Participation Requirements: None

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JUNE

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

06.12.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

06.26.10 YPC Children's Event (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) YPC members - sign up now to volunteer at this event!. Participation Requirements: RSVP and clear background check

JULY

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

AUGUST

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

08.12.10 YPC Social and Fundraiser at the Red Lion (SOCIAL/SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY) Join the YPC for some cocktails and conversation benefiting Child Advocates! Participation Requirements: None

08.14.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

SEPTEMBER

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

09.18.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

09.25.10 YPC Pub Crawl Fundraiser (SOCIAL/SUPPORT OPPORTUNITY) Join the YPC for some cocktails and conversation benefiting Child Advocates! Participation Requirements: None

OCTOBER

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

10.16.10 Advocacy University Begins (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Attend court appointed advocate training. Participation Requirements: Orientation

10.16.10 YPC Children's Event - Haunted Halloween (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) YPC members - sign up now to volunteer at this event!. Participation Requirements: RSVP and clear background check

NOVEMBER

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

11.11.10 YPC Social and 2011 Kickoff (SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY) Join the YPC for some cocktails and conversation! Participation Requirements: None

11.21.10 Holiday Party presented by Enterprise Holdings(VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) Don't miss out on holiday fun for all the children served by Child Advocates! Participation Requirements: Background Check

DECEMBER

Various Dates Orientation - Court Appointed Advocate (VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY) The first step towards making a difference in the life of an abused child. Participation Requirements: RSVP

12.TBD.10 Friends of Child Advocates Angels of Hope Luncheon and Fashion Presentation by Neiman Marcus (SUPPORT/SOCIAL OPPORTUNITY) Possibly the fashion event of the season. Participation Requirements: Event sponsorship / ticket purchase

Oct - Dec Santa's Wish List (SUPPORT/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY)Participation Requirements: Request a wish list