SCStop Child Abuse Today Group
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About Stop Child Abuse Today Group
In Montague County, abused and neglected children can receive support for their health, education, welfare, and social needs through the Montague County Child Welfare Board. The Board also helps foster parents and Child Protective Services care for children, while supporting a Child Advocacy Center in Bowie staffed by Patsy’s House. Giving here supports a county-level response that stays focused on children and the adults responsible for their care.
The Board brings together direct support for children in Montague County with practical assistance for foster parents and Child Protective Services. It also supports a Child Advocacy Center in Bowie, extending local help and care to children in need.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Child welfare support
Provides for the health, welfare, education, and social needs of abused and neglected children in Montague County.
Foster parent assistance
Assists foster parents in meeting the needs of children in their care and provides information for people interested in becoming foster parents.
Child Protective Services support
Assists Child Protective Services in aiding children under its care.
Child Advocacy Center
Supports a Child Advocacy Center located at 506 Hulme St. in Bowie, Texas, staffed by Patsy’s House and focused on help and care for children in need.
Child abuse prevention and treatment education
Promotes public knowledge and concern about the prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect.
About this work
Mission
The Montague County Child Welfare Board works to meet the needs of abused and neglected children in Montague County and assists foster parents and Child Protective Services in aiding children under their care. It provides for the health, welfare, education, and social needs of these children while promoting awareness of child abuse and neglect prevention and treatment.
Who they serve
Abused and neglected children in Montague County, children in foster care or Child Protective Services care, foster parents, and families needing support.
How your donation helps
- Health, welfare, education, and social needs of abused and neglected children
- Support for the Child Advocacy Center in Bowie
- Assistance for foster parents and children under their care
Need help?
How someone in need can access Stop Child Abuse Today Group’s services.
People seeking assistance for children or foster parents can contact the Board at executivedirector@mccwb.com or 940-531-8042. To report suspected abuse, call 1-800-252-5400 or visit www.txabusehotline.org. People interested in becoming foster parents can contact Christina at 940-235-1930 or access Adoption and Foster Care information through the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.
In their words
“Working with the Child Welfare Board and seeing how we are growing and striving to provide wrap-around care to our children is very exciting.”, Lorra Lierly
“I’m so thankful for the MCCWB and all that is done to help kids and families in our area and blessed to be a part of this amazing group.”, Dana Polk
Grant support
$109,325 from 4 funders · through 2024 (IRS 990 records).
- Wichita Falls Area Community — $7,000 (2024)Youth Development
- DORIS AND ROYCE CHISM FAMILY FOUNDA — $9,000 (2023)CHARITY
- Wichita Falls Area Community — $45,000 (2022)Youth Development
- DORIS AND ROYCE CHISM FAMILY FOUNDA — $10,000 (2022)CHARITY
- THE DALLAS FOUNDATION — $10,000 (2021)GENERAL SUPPORT
- DORIS AND ROYCE CHISM FAMILY FOUNDA — $10,000 (2021)CHARITY
- DORIS AND ROYCE CHISM FAMILY FOUNDA — $10,000 (2020)CHARITY
- CAMPBELL FOUNDATION — $5,000 (2020)TO PREVENT THE ABUSE AND NEGLECT OF OUR NATION'SCHILDREN.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Stop Child Abuse Today Group has shared.
Volunteer opportunities
- Serve on the Montague County Child Welfare Board
- Become a foster parent
- Donate time or money to support the Child Advocacy Center and children in Montague County
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
What does the Child Advocacy Center provide?
The Child Advocacy Center in Bowie provides help and care to children in need. Patsy’s House staffs the center.
How can someone learn about becoming a foster parent?
People interested in becoming foster parents can contact Christina at 940-235-1930. They can also visit the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services website and select Adoption and Foster Care.
How can suspected child abuse be reported?
Call 1-800-252-5400 or visit www.txabusehotline.org.
Who can contact the Board for assistance?
Anyone seeking assistance for children or foster parents can contact the Montague County Child Welfare Board using its listed email address or phone number.
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