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Northern Lights Child Advocacy Center Achieves $10,000 Funding Match Goal from the M.E. Davenport Foundation

Northern Lights Child Advocacy Center (NLCAC), the 501c3 nonprofit providing vital support and resources to child and teen survivors of sexual and physical abuse, neglect, human trafficking, and witness to violence in Marquette County, has met its ambitious $10,000 funding match goal. The center, which opened its doors to clients and partners earlier this month, successfully raised $10,000 from individual gifts and was awarded the $10,000 match from the M.E. Davenport Foundation for a total of $20,000 that is directly serving area children.

The M.E. Davenport Foundation's contribution, along with the many generous individuals who provided support in late August and early September brings NLCAC one step closer to ensuring that young people who have experienced abuse and trauma receive the essential care and support they need to heal and thrive. This grant, and matching donations, represent a significant milestone for the organization and will have a profound and lasting positive impact on the lives of the children and families served in Marquette County.

Observation Room

This is where law enforcement, CPS, Prosecutors, and other MDT members can observe the forensic interview and discuss the case to better serve children.

Interview Room

This is the interview room where children and teens can share what’s happened with a trained professional interviewer during investigations for abuse, neglect, and human trafficking.

The funding match campaign, which was launched August 15, 2023, aimed to raise at least $10,000 to start and expand Northern Light’s critical programs and services. With the overwhelming support and remarkable generosity of our community members, we have successfully achieved our goal and can now move forward with continued commitment to our mission.

"We are incredibly grateful to every individual and company who gave during the match period for their dedication to our mission and unwavering support of our organization. Through their gifts, they are showing the children we serve that someone cares and that they are loved," said Nathyn Thompson, MDT Coordinator at Northern Lights Child Advocacy Center. "Their giving hearts will enable us to continue providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to heal and rebuild their lives after experiencing the trauma of abuse.”

The funds raised through this campaign will be used to provide forensic interviews for children and teens, expand outreach efforts, purchase critical supplies and technology, and ensure that NLCAC can reach even more children who desperately need help. This achievement was possible without the dedication and support of our donors, partners, and volunteers.

The M.E. Davenport Foundation has a long-standing commitment to improving the lives of children and families and their support aligns perfectly with Northern Lights mission. The center’s staff are honored to have them as a leading partner in our efforts to create a brighter future for the children we serve.

Find out how you can become a part of the triumphant and hopeful work to protect Marquette County’s youngest residents and light UP the dark with Northern Lights CAC.