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MISSION KIDS CHILD ADVOCACY CENTER OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY

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Nonprofit Overview

Causes: Child Abuse Prevention, Crime & Law, Domestic Violence, Human Services, Mental Health, Protection Against Abuse

Mission: Achieving healing and justice for victims of child abuse by providing collaborative services, advocacy, leadership and education.

Community Stories

30 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

ktrejo Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

08/11/2023

Everyone that you encounter at Mission Kids really care about their work and are dedicated on doing what is best for the families that come in.

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Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

Mission Kids is a vital non-profit organization for Montgomery County. It is child-friendly, making it easier for victims of abuse to come forward and tell their story ONCE. Mission Kids works with a multidisciplinary team which include forensic interviewers, family advocates, law enforcement officials, the District's Attorney's office, and the Office of Children and Youth. Mission Kids does not only assist with the initial investigative process, but also works with families in the long run. Mission Kids stands with families throughout the entire legal process as well as help families and victims find additional resources (mental health, medical appointments, and court accompaniment.) This Child Advocacy Center truly has changed the way child abuse cases are handled to minimize the trauma children can experience and help the family as a whole recover.

jwatson1 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

08/11/2023

Amazing services that are there to assist families who are at some or roughest moments of their lives

aneimeyer Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

08/10/2023

Mission Kids is an outstanding, well-run and organized non-profit. This organization genuinely cares for both their staff members and the children and families that they serve every day. The work that Mission Kids does can be difficult; but within such a supportive, trauma-informed, and self-care oriented environment, Mission Kids allows staff members to be well-equipped to take on the work to foster healing, justice, and prevention for the community and the families we serve.

momma888 Client Served

Rating: 1

07/28/2023

My kids were sexually abused and Mission Kids made it so much worse. They said it would be too hard to prove in court. The abuse included a child being coerced into touching a parents privates. A supervisor yelled at me and told that I shouldn't be calling them when my kids clearly showed signs of sexual abuse. This place is awful. I wish there was another option in the area as they do far more harm than good.
I was also told that in the family courts it is known this place does nothing and is a big farce. They pretend to care but the actions are not there, which causes more abuse for abused kids. They should be shut down.

andreylm General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/31/2022

The dedication to children, among the staff at Mission Kids, is nothing short of inspirational. Montgomery County is fortunate to have these warriors against child abuse in our midst.

Thank you for all you do!!

vtrejo Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/31/2022

Mission Kids provides a welcoming and loving environment for children victims of abuse and have an incredible plan with their multidisciplinary team to help them and any necessities. They also help raise awareness and improve the response to child abuse in Montgomery County. Community prevention educators deliver trainings to children, child-serving professionals, and community members on child abuse and child abuse prevention strategies. All to decrease rates of abuse and to increase rates of reporting.

montcogirl Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/31/2022

Mission Kids is excellent! Every single staff member is dedicated to the healing and justice of child abuse victims and their families, supporting them every step of the way, however is best fit for their individual needs. A true leader in the field of child abuse prevention and education as well. Can't say enough good things.

Friend123479 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center has been a wonderful addition to the community for all child abuse victims and their families.

palvarado Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Mission Kids is an extraordinary organization that continuously strives to make a difference in the lives of the people it serves and beyond. The dedication to provide advocacy, education, and trauma-informed practices in efforts to provide healing and justice is unmatched.

Reese22 General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Mission Kids has transformed the way child abuse cases are investigated, prosecuted, and managed within Montgomery County, PA. The child is the main focus when it comes to their health and well-being with a SINGLE interview conducted by a trained specialist in a comfortable, child/teen-friendly environment. The victim no longer has to re-tell their traumatic abuse story over and over and can quickly move towards a place of hope and healing. I cannot say enough about Mission Kids and their amazing staff.

mhilll Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Mission Kids consists of a variety of professionals who are passionate and dedicated to achieving healing and justice for victims of child abuse. Mission Kids Forensic Interviewers and Family Advocates provide direct services to children and families through open ended, nonleading interviews, connection to resources (mental health, medical, etc.) and ongoing advocacy and support through the investigative process. Mission Kids provides a child-friendly, collaborative response to child abuse by working in a team setting with other professionals. Mission Kids is a leader in prevention education and continues to excel in educating the community and other professionals about child abuse. Mission Kids' continues to advance the field of child advocacy through research and public policy work.

Maru1917 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Very dedicated staff in all areas. Their Mission is to protect kids and help kids navigate the trauma of abuse. when an allegation is filed the organization works with the DA, Police and Child Services Organizations streaming the fact finding process, supporting the family and/or the victim(s) all through the process and help them achieve closure.

HCornell Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Mission Kids is a vital resource within the community and a leader in the field of child protection. Mission Kids served over 700 children last year. Each child served by Mission Kids can come to a safe space, tell their story once to a trained professional, and receive the highest-quality, trauma-informed response. Children and their families are supported every step of their journey to find healing and justice. They are provided with the necessary resources, such as trauma therapy, specialized medical treatment, and court support.

Mission Kids is committed to not only responding to child abuse but preventing it. The agency provides body safety lessons in schools to children, as well as comprehensive training for community members and child-serving professionals. The agency works with statewide, national, and international leaders, collaborating to ensure that cutting-edge research is conducted and integrated into the agency's policies and practices. The company advocates for changes in laws and practices, ensuring that meaningful change is occurring within the systems designed to protect children.

Mission Kids staff goes above and beyond. There is a sense of deep community and belonging at the agency, and staff is supported and empowered to thrive in their unique roles. The team is united through a shared and common mission.

MCroak Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/28/2022

Mission Kids does incredible work to improve the lives of children in our community.

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Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/30/2021

Mission Kids is an amazing group of professionals all working towards the same goal - to keep kids safe. From the family advocates to the forensic interviewers, to the leadership team, to the support staff, to the prevention team...everyone you encounter at Mission Kids will greet you with a smile and a desire to help. I highly recommend MIssion Kids to anyone in need of these types of services.

mck1983 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

Mission Kids is a great asset to Montgomery County. It provides a safe place for children and teens to receive services including forensic interviews, advocacy services, along with referrals for mental health and medical services.

madeline.hill Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

Mission Kids is full of professionals who are passionate about helping children and families. I am grateful to have this organization on Montgomery County!

DBullock Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

I've watched as this organization has helped children and families in one of the most difficult days of their lives. This organization helps children and families to heal after a huge setback. I love to help this organization grow in any way that I can because I believe in their Mission!

fcastell Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center is a wonderful non-profit organization in Montgomery County. Not only does Mission Kids provide services to children and their families who have been abused, they also provide free prevention education services for children, teens, and adults. Mission Kids works closely with their community partners to make sure families have ongoing support and that the child and families needs come first. Mission Kids supports families with getting necessary services in place (to include medical and mental health services, advocacy and court accompaniment) to assist families with getting justice and healing.

kfell521 Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

10/29/2021

I work in partnership with Mission Kids CAC and am proud to be affiliated with this agency. Mission Kids staff does their absolute best to support, comfort and connect families in need. I frequently collaborate with their staff and consistently find them open and willing to support with case management needs etc. Most importantly, it is apparent that each and every staff person genuinely has a passion for the work that they do. I am very glad to have such a dedicated and professional CAC in Montgomery County.

jcljdcjoidjc General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/28/2021

Great mission. More community members need to be educated on the services provided

nfuchs Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/27/2021

I was lucky enough to have the opportunity of interning at Mission Kids CAC while completing my Masters Degree. Mission Kids is an amazing organization that works to achieve healing and justice for victims of child abuse. I can whole heartedly say that every Mission Kids staff member puts their heart into this job every single day no matter what their role is. This team truly works together for the best interest of the child. Even on the toughest of days, I have seen this staff join together and remember why they do this challenging work. I feel grateful for this opportunity to be a part of Mission Kids and strive to be part of an organization like this one in my professional future.

mmcdyre Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

09/28/2021

Mission Kids is a leader in the field of child abuse intervention and prevention. Serving a large community, they continue to be innovative and creative in finding new ways to best support children and families who have experienced trauma.
Their team of professionals (Forensic Interviewers and Family Advocates) are highly regarded by their multidisciplinary team partners, including investigators from 50 police jurisdictions, Child protective services, and prosecutors.
Mission Kids is also a rising star in the child abuse prevention field, offering body safety lessons for kids ages 4-8, risk reduction and protection workshops for teens ages 12-18, along with several trainings for youth-serving professionals from other disciplines, including medial providers, education professionals, mental health providers, prosecutors, law enforcement, victim services and social service providers, etc.
Mission Kids far exceeds the expectations of other nonprofits on a local level, as well as a state, national, and international level.

Hope C.2 Board Member

Rating: 5

08/13/2020

As a former board member and volunteer since the very early days, I am confident in my ongoing, continued, support of Mission Kids. They are an incredibly upstanding organization doing very important work in our community and beyond.

Tim C.5 Board Member

Rating: 5

08/10/2020

The work of Mission Kids has transformed the way child abuse cases are investigated, prosecuted, and managed. The focus is 100% on the mental, physical, and spiritual health of the child with a SINGLE interview conducted by a trained specialist in a comfortable, child/teen-friendly environment. This limits the number of times a victim has to re-tell their traumatic abuse story and can quickly move towards a place of hope and healing. Meanwhile, the quality of the interview often results in higher judicial conviction rates, ending the abuse, and delivering justice. I am honored to be a supporter of Mission Kids.

KelleyB Board Member

Rating: 5

08/09/2020

This is an exceptional organization dedicated to helping children and families who have been victimized by abuse. Their mission is the focal point of their daily work and all those who work as a part of Mission Kids provide the support, sensitivity and skilled care that is so important to effectively assisting all those who are traumatized by abuse, especially the youngest members of our communities. The commitment and dedication of all the members Mission Kids team and their strong partnerships key stakeholders in the surrounding Montgomery County community enable Mission Kids to support not only the families in Montgomery County but programming for those across the state, nation and beyond. Shared ideas and passion drive this non-profit to continue mission and make a positive impact.

whunter Board Member

Rating: 5

08/07/2020

The remarkable staff at Mission Kids gets it right, every time, every hour of every day, because they have to. The abused children , nearly 600 every year, don’t have the luxury of making an appointment. They arrive , shattered emotionally and sometimes physically , and we are ready 24/7 to hear their stories , find them justice and begin healing. Once in our care, they are forever in our hearts , we are lifetime advocates , their pain, their fear stops here.
Some call us a safety net for abused children . True enough. But I prefer bulletproof vest. Our staff, board members, volunteers and blessed contributors welded together as one, vowing we will do all we can to save every child.
To empower our promises in these challenging economic times, Mission Kids prioritizes planning , efficiency and creativity as we constantly set new goals.
We are honored that across America and across the world we are asked to help create child advocacy centers modeled after ours.
But to me, the true, enduring beauty of MissionKids is that every moment , with every child, we never stop asking, “How can we do more?”



slapiska General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

08/07/2020

This is a very important and vital non-profit in Montgomery County. Unfortunately it is much needed and a very helpful center for abused children. They only have to go thru the trauma of telling their story once and have a whole lot of compassionate people to help them thru it and get them the help that they need. Too many children have gone without help prior to Mission Kids or worse yet - somehow thought the abuse was their fault. This organization is trying to make everyone aware they are here to help and fight for the children.

I donate stuffed bears/animals to them to give to the children to comfort them a little when they first arrive.

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Mission Kids Donor

Rating: 5

08/05/2020

Mission Kids has been an important nonprofit in the community for over 10 Years! They help abused children to regain a part of their childhood that was taken from them. They also help the child's non-offending caregivers put the shattered pieces of their lives back together.

With the purpose of keeping children safe, they now offer Prevention Education programs to children and adults.

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