2026 Protector Partnerships

You Matter to Local Children.
Your Business Matters to Our Community.

At the Child Advocacy Center, we value the strong, collaborative spirit of our local business community. We also understand you receive many requests for support—so we want to make your partnership with the CAC meaningful, visible, and impactful.

Every child deserves to be heard, protected, and supported—and that takes a community that cares. Your business matters in making that possible.

When you partner with the CAC, you help ensure every child’s voice is heard during investigations of abuse and neglect —while showing our region what it means to lead with compassion and integrity.

Why Partner with the CAC

• Build Your Brand: Align your business with a trusted local cause, strengthening community goodwill and customer loyalty.
• Engage Your Team: Give employees a sense of pride and purpose through opportunities to give back together.
• Grow Your Network: Connect with other community-minded businesses and leaders.
• Benefit Financially: Eligible donations may qualify for Missouri’s Champion for Children 70% tax credit, maximizing your impact and savings.

All PROTECTOR PARTNERS receive:

• Logo recognition at all CAC events and promotional pieces – in addition to website homepage, newsletters, e-communications, public speaking presentations, and social media platforms
• Logo recognition during April 2026 Good Morning Springfield – printed table piece & presentation slide
• CAC PROTECTOR PARTNER decal and/or poster for display in business
• Partnership acknowledgement in CAC Awareness radio PSAs (year round)
• Signage in community entry of new CAC building
• Inclusion in social networking events, specifically for CAC partners
• Press release announcing your business as a 2026 PROTECTOR PARTNER
• Access to CAC training staff presentations/training for your employees
• Honored participation in all 2026 CAC events