Go Blue for Kids Awareness Campaign
Every April during Child Abuse Prevention Month, Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC) initiates our Go Blue for Kids Campaign to highlight and make an extra effort to create awareness of the importance of strengthening families and preventing child abuse.
Blue is the official color to raise awareness about child abuse and we hope that all of Rockwall County will join us in our efforts to Go Blue for Kids to show that our community cares about keeping children safe from abuse.
Here are some ways you can help raise awareness and support our mission:
- Attend the 9th Annual Go Blue for Kids Gala on April 26 at the Hilton Dallas/Rockwall Lakefront
- Donate or volunteer with the CACRC
- Buy a “Go Blue” yard sign
- Download a Blue Sunday Prayer Sheet
- Attend or shop at Go Blue for Kids Business Supporters’ events and “Go Blue” promotions.
- Join us at Standard Service for our Go Blue for Kids Kickoff Party March 27.
- Join us at the Rockwall Courthouse on the Downtown Square for Pinwheels for Prevention on April 1, 5:30-6:30pm.
- Wear blue on Go Blue Day, April 4, and share your pics on social media.
- Tie a blue ribbon around your mailbox, tree, or car antenna.
2025 Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamations
3/25 Royse City Police & Courts Building at 7:00pm
4/7 City of Rockwall Rockwall City Hall at 6:00PM
4/8 Rockwall County Rockwall Historic Courthouse at 8:45AM
4/8 Heath Heath City Hall at 6:30PM
4/14 Fate Fate City Hall at 6:00PM
4/22 McLendon Chisholm City Hall at 6:30PM
Kickoff Party
Join us for the Annual “Go Blue for Kids” Kickoff Party!
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE!
We will be at Standard Service in Heath, TX from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.
Bring the whole family as we celebrate the community coming together to stand against child abuse. We will have live entertainment, cotton candy, prizes, a kid zone, and so much more. We will also recognize local businesses and supporters that run “Go Blue for Kids” promos/events throughout the month of April. Together we are building a safer & healthier community!
Make sure to RSVP to be entered for a chance to win a door prize!
Become a Business Supporter
What Does Go Blue for Kids Mean?
Every April during Child Abuse Prevention Month, Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County (CACRC) initiates our Go Blue for Kids Campaign to highlight and make an extra effort to create awareness of the importance of strengthening families and preventing child abuse.
Blue is the official color to raise awareness about child abuse and we hope that all of Rockwall County will join us in our efforts to Go Blue for Kids to show that our community cares about keeping children safe from abuse.
How to be a “Go Blue for Kids” Business Supporter:
Host an Event – Examples: Spirit Day/Night, Donation Class, Fundraiser
Have a Giveback Promotion – Examples: 15% of sales all month, 100% of proceeds of Blue Earring sales in April, $1 of every Blue Cocktail sold in April
Benefits
Deadline: March 5, 2025.
* Commitments after March 5 may not receive all the benefits listed.
- Help build a healthier community while increasing awareness for your business!
- Your event or promo will be advertised in the Blue Ribbon News for April.
- You will receive a Go Blue for Kids Supporter Decal to display at your business.
- Opportunity to request a 6ft Blue Ribbon Selfie Station for your business.
- If you donate, it’s Tax Exempt!
- We will cross-promote on our social media (@RockwallCAC) & on our website.
- Your event or promo will be advertised at our March 27 Kickoff Party.
- Add an Item to our 50 Go Blue for Kids Kickoff Party Swag Bags (event on March 27).
- You can give your business swag items like discount cards, brochures, pens, magnets, etc.
- Plan to drop off or have us pick up your 50 items by March 21, 2025.
- Invitation to our Business Supporter Appreciation Mixer on May 15, 2025!
Ready to become a 2025 Go Blue for Kids Business Supporter?
Fill out a Commitment Form!
Questions? Email: goblue@rockwallcac.org
Go Blue For Kids Business Supporters
Rockwall County Goes Blue in April!
The community is encouraged to join in as the following area businesses offer ‘Go Blue’ promotions to raise awareness and funds for the Children’s Advocacy Center during Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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Special Dates & Events
Awestruck Design Co. | April 2, All Day | 15% of sales all day.
Chiloso’s | April 2, 5pm – 10pm | Spirit Night, add your receipt to our Go Blue Bucket for 15% of sales to be donated.
Divas & Darlings | April 2, 6pm – 8pm | Sip & Shop for 10% of sales to be donated in support of the CACRC. Bring a blue formal dress to participate in a Go Blue Dress Swap in preparation for the gala.
Springhill Suites, Rockwall Art League | April 3, 5pm – 7pm | Art for Advocacy exhibit, RAL donating 100% of 12×12 art tiles sales.
Paint of View | Providence Place Bridal Shop | April 3, 5pm – 7pm | Art for Advocacy exhibit will include an opportunity to win a hand-painted, one-of-a-kind silk gown. Details to enter and win will be shared on CACRC social media pages.
Fireside Chicken & Tacos | April 7, All Day | Spirit Day benefiting CACRC.
Culver’s | April 10, 5pm – 10pm | Spirit Night benefiting CACRC.
Racquet & Jog, The Run House Rockwall, Brooks Running | April 10, 6pm | Go Blue 3 Mile Run, start at 811 E. Yellow Jacket Ln. #107, Rockwall.
Wickland’s Sweet Connection | April 10 | Cupcake decorating party & class benefiting CACRC.
Gypsy Heart Boutique | April 11, 11am – 6pm | 10% of sales to benefit CACRC.
Radiant Yoga | April 11, 10am | Proceeds from Gentle Flow Yoga Class with Michelle Collins will benefit the CACRC.
Rockwall Artisan Home | April 11, 11am – 1pm | Enjoy mimosas during a Sip & Shop with a % of proceeds benefitting the CACRC.
Adios Fajitas | April 11th, 11am – 8pm | Spirit Day benefiting CACRC
Bella’s House | April 12, 10am – 5pm | 10% of sales to benefit CACRC.
Brooke & Blue | April 12, All Day | 5% of sales to benefit CACRC.
Racquet & Jog, Camp Gladiator, HOKA, The Northside | April 12, 10AM | Go Blue Workout
Young Chef’s Academy | April 12, 9 am – 3 pm | Bake sale supporting the CACRC. Enjoy treats and goodies created by Young Chef’s Academy students and staff.
It’s Fate Creamery | April 14, 5pm – 9pm | Spirit Night benefiting CACRC.
Royse City ISD | April 15, 6-7PM | Partnering with CACRC for a Presentation on Child Abuse Prevention.
Rockwall Area Chamber | April 16, 8:15am | Partnership Breakfast Goes Blue for Kids!
Joe Willy’s | April 16, 4pm – 9pm | Spirit Night benefiting CACRC.
Texas Health Resources & Spine Team of Texas | April 17 | Bake Sale benefiting CACRC.
Young Chef’s Academy | April 19, between 2pm – 4pm | Cookie Decorating Class benefiting CACRC.
Montana’s Home & Gift Boutique | April 22, 5pm – 7:30pm | Sip & Shop with a % of proceeds donated to CACRC.
Special Promotions Thru-Out April
Donating 100% of Go Blue Jewelry SpecialArtisan Masonry & Granite | % of sales from remnant products will be donated.
Bagel Lady | 10% of blueberry bagel sales will be donated.
Blue Ribbon News | April print edition goes blue!
Candles by Carol | Ask about the Go Blue special candle.
Card My Yard | Donating go blue yard signs at CACRC events all month.
Cavender Nissan | Go Blue air fresheners with every car sold in April.
Enhanced Aesthetics Co. | 5% of retail products sold in April.
Dodie’s Cajun Diner | $1 of every Go Blue cocktail sold will be donated.
Four Czechs | % of blueberry kolache sales will be donated.
Groovy’s |Donating 100% of Go Blue Jewelry Special
Hanby Insurance | $20 to CACRC during April for any quote that mentions CACRC or Go Blue.
Harbor Town Title | donating proceeds from continuing education classes provided to local Realtors.
Inwood Bank | Raising funds all April for the CACRC.
Legends Fit | 100% of day pass sales for $15 / each during the second week of April (2nd-12th) will be donated.
Lyons Heating & Air | $5 of every A/C tune-up goes to CACRC when “Go Blue” is mentioned.
Mamarita’s | $1 of every mamarita sold in April!
Tammy Escobedo Independent Senior Sales Director, Mary Kay | Percentage of all April Sales at tammyescobedo.com go to CACRC.
Lyla’s: Clothing & Gifts | Go Blue Sundays – % of sales will be donated every Sunday during the month of April between 12pm – 4pm.
Mel’s Services | $100 of every booking in April donated.
Providence Place Bridal Shop | 10% of April formal wear purchases go to benefit the CACRC. (Promo excludes wedding dresses).
Red Dirt Social | Ask about the Go Blue Special for a % of sales donated.
Revive Rockwall | 10% of proceeds during April from the BioRe Blue Peel benefit the CAC
Rock on Nutrition | 100% of sales from special Go Blue energy tea will be donated.
Rockwall Gymnastics Academy | 10% of tuition for every new student enrolled will be donated.
Sear Steakhouse & Lounge | Ask about the Go Blue Special for a % of sales donated.
The Downing Bottles & Bites | 10% of every Go Blue Cocktail benefits the CAC!
The Goddard School of Rockwall | Change for Children Fundraiser
Toro Steam Cleaning | 100% of proceeds from synthetic area rug cleanings donated.
Waller Family Gonstead Chiropractic | $10 of every new patient clinic visit will be donated.
Wildflower Wigs | 15% of sales donated throughout the month of April.
Young Chef’s Academy | 100% of proceeds from Blue Pinwheels will be donated.
Zanata | % of sales from special Go Blue Cocktail will be donated.
Go Blue for Kids Gala
We are On Cloud Nine for our 9th Annual Go Blue for Kids Gala presented by Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Lake Pointe.
Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of the Children’s Advocacy Center for Rockwall County.
Date: Saturday April 26th, 2025
5:30 PM VIP Registration Opens
6:00 PM Registration
6:30 PM Ballroom Doors Open
7:00 PM Program Begins
Location: The Hilton Rockwall/Dallas Lakefront
2055 Summer Lee Drive Rockwall, TX 75032
Gala Highlights
Your presence and support at the Gala will make a meaningful difference in the lives of children in our community that have been affected by abuse, providing them with the care, protection, and resources they need to thrive. We look forward to spending the evening with you and raising money for abused children in our community who need us most.
Make a weekend out of it and stay at one of Rockwall’s beautiful hotels: http://www.rockwall.com/hotels.asp
For more information, please contact us at gala@rockwallcac.org
Blue Sunday Prayer
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
The last Sunday in April is Blue Sunday and it is a day for the faith community to pray for the millions of victims of child abuse and for those working to provide hope & healing for them.
Blue Sunday Prayer Request
Given the size of Rockwall County, data indicates that nearly 3,467 children are at risk for becoming victims of abuse. While it might be easy to think that our community is immune from this atrocity, the sad truth is that there are many children that deal with the effects of child abuse (sexual and physical abuse and neglect). Many suffer in silence—without a voice of their own.
Please pray for the protection of children in Rockwall County—the youngest citizens of our community.
- Pray that God would bring an end to child abuse.
- Pray that children would have the courage to speak out about abuse they may be facing.
- Pray for the victims who have come forward to feel supported and loved as they heal from the wounds of abuse.
- Pray for wisdom for parents to recognize the potential for and impact of child abuse.
- Pray for strength and stamina for those who investigate and seek to eliminate child abuse in this county.
- Pray that God would change the hearts of perpetrators of child abuse.
- Pray that the community would become more aware of the impact of child abuse here and that we would become more supportive of the victims who come forward.