Our 2026 Auction is Live!

We encourage you to bid early and often!
Our Spring for Kids Auction is a fun way to support at-risk kids!

Presenting Sponsors

Options Employment and Educational Services, LLC and CARE of Connecticut, Inc.

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

Options Employment and Educational Services, LLC and CARE of Connecticut, Inc.

Champion Sponsor
 

Lead Sponsors

Sustaining Sponsors

Capitol Region Education Council
Day Pitney, LLP
De Castro Foden LLC
Founders Technology Group, LLC
Goff Law Group LLC
The Ellen Jeanne Goldfarb Memorial Charitable Trust
Goodwin University
McCarter & English, LLP
Robinson + Cole, LLP
Silver Golub & Teitell LLP

Guardian Sponsors

ABC Language Services
Ashcroft Inc.
Cheryl Chase and Stuart Bear Foundation
Connecticut State Department of Education
Empire Industries, Inc.
Chang and Ginny Kim
Martha Ritter
Terex Corporation
Tremont Public Advisors
Universal Health Care Foundation
Yale New Haven Health

* Sponsors as of May 27, 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

Spring for Kids 2026 Tribute Opportunities:
Honor Our Champions

Make a lasting impression in our Spring for Kids 2026 Event Journal. This is a unique opportunity to publicly recognize the incredible leaders being honored this year or to show your steadfast support for the Center for Children’s Advocacy’s mission.

Whether you choose a Full Page or Half Page Tribute Ad, your message will reach over 250 influential guests, including industry champions, government officials, and community partners dedicated to improving the lives of Connecticut’s most vulnerable children.

Choose Your Tribute:

Ad Specifications: Deadline is May 15th

Your contribution through a Tribute Ad directly fuels our advocacy and helps us provide a voice for children who need it most.

For more information on taking out a Tribute Ad in the Spring for Kids 2026 Journal, which ensures CCA’s advocacy for CT’s most vulnerable youth is not compromised, please contact Maggie Prendergast  (mprendergast@cca-ct.org).