Presenting Sponsor
CCA’s Spring for Kids 2026 flagship fundraiser will take place this year on
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 in the Yard Goat Club at Dunkin’ Park.
An inspiring evening honoring community leaders committed to improving the lives of CT’s low-income children.
Join us for a cocktail reception, casual fare, silent auction, and a program that honors our Award Winners and highlights Family and Youth Voice.
Champion of Children Awards
Every year, the Center for Children’s Advocacy (CCA) shines a spotlight on the incredible leaders whose unwavering commitment to children and families strengthens communities across Connecticut. Join us in celebrating this year’s champions:
Champion of Children Awards
Presented to Connecticut leaders who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to improving the lives of low-income and vulnerable children and championing CCA’s mission.
Sustainability Award
Recognizing a leader whose dedication has fortified the visibility and long-term impact of CCA’s advocacy.
2026 Champions of Children
Beth Bye
Former Commissioner, Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
Judy McBride
Director of Strategic Partnership Investments, Greater Hartford Gives Foundation
2026 Sustainability Award
Preston Tisdale, Esq.
Attorney at Koskoff Koskoff & Bieder, PC and CCA Advisory Board Member
2026 Spring for Kids! Sponsors*
Presenting Sponsor
Lead Sponsors
Hartford HealthCare Corporation
Pullman & Comley, LLC
Shipman & Goodwin, LLP
Wiggin & Dana, LLP
Sustaining Sponsors
Day Pitney, LLP
Goff Law Group LLC
Silver Golub & Teitell LLP
Guardian Sponsors
Empire Industries, Inc.
Chang and Ginny Kim
Universal Health Care Foundation
* Sponsors as of April 3, 2026
Sponsorships are the backbone of our advocacy, accounting for 30% of CCA’s unrestricted income. This flexible funding is what allows us to remain nimble, ensuring we can provide direct legal services and pursue systemic reforms for CT's low-income children. Here is a summary of the Spring for Kids! sponsorship benefits.
Please contact Maggie Prendergast, to discuss bespoke sponsorship packages:
mprendergast@cca-ct.org
Ready to be the hero of the 2026 Spring for Kids Auction?
To reach our goal for the Spring for Kids silent auction, we need more than just "stuff"! We need experiences that spark a bidding war! Our auction is a high-energy highlight of the night, and your unique donations are the fuel that makes it happen.
Help Us Top the Charts in 2026!
We are looking for "bucket list" items that turn a silent auction into a legendary one. Do you have a connection that could help us secure:
- Global Getaways: A week at a villa in the Italian Riviera, a cozy spot in France, or a beachfront retreat in the Caymans
- Regional Gems: A luxury weekend in the Hamptons, a modern escape to one of CT's boutique hotels, or at a private ski lodge in Vermont
- The "Unbuyable" Experience: Behind-the-scenes art tours, private chef dinners, or meet-and-greets with CT icons
Whether it’s a high-end gift basket or an exclusive corporate box experience, you can easily share your auction ideas by contacting Eileen Brennan: ebrennan@cca-ct.org
Our silent auction features unique items. A recent beautiful example is our collection of Hand-Painted Flower Pots created with love by fifth-grade students at the Ana Grace Academy of the Arts.
These pots were more than just art; they represented the very core of CCA’s values and hopes:
- A Legacy of Love: The school is named in memory of of Ana Grace Márquez-Greene, a victim of the Sandy Hook tragedy who lived her life through music and joy.
- A Victory for Equity: The Academy itself exists because of the landmark Sheff v. O’Neill school desegregation case, a legal battle CCA and our partners fought to ensure every child has access to an integrated, high-quality education.