A Very Special Place

More than 350 guests attended the annual Hands & Hearts Luncheon at the Embassy Suites this month. Personal stories of adversity, hope and giving back were shared by Executive Director Katie Fitzgerald and guest speaker Martha Buchanan. Here is the Hands & Hearts video of inspiring stories featuring former clients and staff:

Thank you to the guest speakers, video testimonials, table captains, luncheon sponsors and leadership donors for making this event a success. CCFI’s Caring Adult Network of financial donors increased with 65 new
donors supporting children and families in our community. Thank you for all your support!

After our annual Hands and Hearts fundraiser this year we received a lot of positive feedback but we believe that one of our guests and partners described the event best:

"As you may or may not know, Abbott House serves as the Child Abuse Response and Treatment (CART) team coordinator agency for Cleveland, Garvin, McClain and surrounding counties.  I mention this, because one of our partner agencies is the Center for Children and Families, Inc. (CCFI).  This past Wednesday, I had the extreme honor of attending their annual fundraiser, Hands and Hearts.  Wow. 

In just over an hour, I was filled with more pride in our community and hope for our future than I am able to put in words.  The program consisted of several personal stories from staff, volunteers, and individuals who have utilized the services that CCFI offers, each leaving the audience with encouragement and stories of overcoming obstacles."
-Mary Abbott Children's House (click here to read the rest)