Eldorado, Texas The events unfolding in El Dorado bring into sharp focus the tragedy that is child abuse in Texas. The sheer magnitude of the over 400 children that the court in San Angelo decided to keep in the state’s custody brings attention to an already overburdened system as it scrambles to serve these children. The sad and overlooked fact is that these children represent less than one percent of the more than 47,000 children that were placed in the state’s custody last year due to evidence of abuse or neglect. Many have horrific and disturbing injuries. How can you help? Consider becoming a CASA volunteer. The need is great. Statewide, CASA programs are only able to provide volunteers for less than half the children in state custody. It takes a special commitment, but the rewards are special. Make a contribution to the safety of our children. Make monetary donations to the Resource and Crisis Center C/O Funds Department. P.O. Box 1545 Galveston, TX 77553 [by Texas CASA, April 2008] Galveston Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas and Sandra Fry, Executive Director, Resource & Crisis Center of Galveston County The Galveston Chamber of Commerce hosted Breakfast with the Mayor and City Council Candidates on April 3, 2008 at Moody Gardens. The Resource and Crisis Center was present for this event and would like to thank the Chamber, Moody National Bank and GPM, Inc./MBP for hosting the breakfast. Resource and Crisis Center 2008 Calendar including: CLIENT SERVICES PROGRAM CALENDAR 2008 - NON-RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL SERVICES PROGRAM CALENDAR 2008 COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES PROGRAM CALENDAR 2008 FUNDRAISING AND DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR 2008

EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Child Abuse Awareness Month, Crime Victims Awarness and Volunteer Appreciation Month."

"April Awareness Calendar"

National Crime Victims' Rights Week

April 13-19, 2008

“Justice for Victims Justice for All”

Every year National Crime Victims’ Rights Week takes place in April —a time for all Americans to learn about victimization, reflect on the cost of crime to our society, and promote laws, policies, and programs to help victims of crime rebuild their lives.



"Dancing Like The Stars"

Join us July 12th for an evening of fun, food, entertainment, and dancing. We will have various professional showcase dance performances from couples, in and around, Galveston County. There will be dancing for the guests as well. Reserve your ticket today. Seating is limited. Tickets are $50.00 which includes dinner, drinks, music, entertainment, silent auction, door prizes and more. This event was a big hit last year so reserve your seats now. This event will take place at the Nessler Center in Texas City. For more information call: Marie Schwartz at 409-763-1441.

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