Mission Updates :: October 2025

:: 50th Anniversary Gala, Presented by Speaks Chapels

The Gala Is Almost Here!

Next Saturday, October 11th, CAPACares will celebrate 50 years of serving children and families at our Anniversary Gala, Presented by Speaks Chapels, and we couldn’t be more excited!

Guests will enjoy a magical evening filled with entertainment, community, and celebration. We are deeply grateful for the sponsors, organizations, and individuals who make this event possible and can’t wait to share the night with you.

A Royal Caribbean Cruise for Two
Out of Los Angeles, 3–4 nights in a balcony cabin (valued at $1,600)

A 7-Night Stay in a 2-Bedroom Villa
At the Sheraton Broadway Resort Villas in Myrtle Beach (valued at $1,800)

A Gorgeous 14k Gold Necklace
With .25 carats of diamonds and beautiful enamel details (valued at $2,700)

Tickets are limited. Don’t miss your chance to help us raise $10,000 for our essential programs, and give yourself the opportunity to win big!

:: Intern Program Highlight

Preparing Tomorrow’s Helpers and Healers

At CAPACares, we believe in building the future of compassionate care. Twice each year, we welcome interns from social work, counseling, and marriage and family therapy programs. These students gain hands-on experience with clients while receiving guidance from our staff and dedicated intern supervisors.

Interns take part in weekly supervision and bi-monthly trainings on topics like play therapy, suicide prevention, and domestic violence—giving them the skills and confidence to succeed as future professionals. Their contributions are essential to our mission, and their passion inspires us every day.

Here’s what some of our interns have shared:

• “The hands-on opportunities and support I’ve received have been instrumental to my career.”
  
• “I love being at CAPACares. The support we receive fuels my passion to become the best therapist possible.”
  
• “CAPACares has provided a place to learn and grow with incredibly supportive staff.”

We’re proud to invest in the next generation of helpers and healers, and grateful for the impact our interns are already making in the lives of children and families.

Nicole Carleton, PhD - CAPACares Intern Supervisor

Read more stories from our interns in our latest blog post.

:: Funder Feature

VOCA - The Victims of Crime Act

The Victims of Crime Act (VOCA), established in 1984, created a permanent source of funding to support victim services through the federal Crime Victims Fund. VOCA assistance grants support to thousands of programs nationwide each year, ensuring that survivors of crime have access to compensation, advocacy, and essential services.

We are honored to have partnered with Missouri VOCA for more than 10 years. Today, VOCA supports our counseling program, but over the years their funding has strengthened every program we offer. Their support ensures that children and families in our community can find healing, hope, and safety when they need it most.

:: 2025 Sponsors & Mission Partners

Leading the Way to a Safer Community