Our Mission
Our mission is to Prevent Abuse, Strengthen Families, and Restore Childhood.
About 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys will experience sexual abuse at some point in childhood.
Denver Department of Human Services responded to over 4400 reports of child abuse last year.
We provided 4,796 mental health treatment sessions and 740 forensic interviews last year.
About Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs)
*Statistics taken from the Centers for Disease Control and the Denver Department of Human Services.
News and Updates
How DCAC’s Family Market Supports Families’ Healing
When a child experiences abuse, the road to healing often involves much more than therapy appointments and forensic interviews.
Families who come to Denver Children’s Advocacy Center are frequently navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives. They may also be dealing with housing instability, financial hardship, transportation challenges, in addition to caring for a child in crisis.
That’s why DCAC created the Family Market – a free resource where families can access essential items such as hygiene products, diapers, clothing, household supplies, food, and gift cards. The Family Market is built on a simple belief: when families have their basic needs met, they are better able to focus on healing.
From Isolation to Healing: A Mom’s Story of Hope, Resilience, and Recovery
At Denver Children’s Advocacy Center’s 2026 Swing for Hope event, one of the most powerful moments of the evening came when Brittany took the stage to share her family’s story.
Her words were honest, heartbreaking, and ultimately hopeful. They reminded everyone in the room why Denver Children’s Advocacy Center exists, and why access to specialized support can make all the difference for children and families navigating trauma.
Colorado Is Strengthening How We Support Children After Abuse
By Will Braunstein, Executive Director Earlier this year, I joined Child Advocacy Center leaders from across Colorado at the State Capitol for Hill Day with
