Child Abuse Prevention Month in South Carolina
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Leading Your Community During Child Abuse Prevention Month 2026
Learn how to lead and engage your community during Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month in April 2026.
Topics
- Project Roadmap
- CAP Month Goals
- 2026 Materials
- Key Dates
- Scheduling Proclamations
- Community Leadership Grants
Save The Date
Child Abuse Prevention Month Kickoff Luncheon
Join us on Thursday, March 19, as we kick off Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month 2026! Connect, learn and network with other community-based organizations on events, engagement, and awareness during Child Abuse Prevention month. Lunch will be provided.Registration opens Monday, Feb. 9. Deadline to register is Friday, March 6. Learn More ›
Order Your Materials
April is Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. We invite you to become a 2026 campaign partner. Sign up today to receive materials that will help you build awareness in your community. Materials are available to non-profit and family-serving organizations at no charge.
The order form opens Dec. 8.
Order Pinwheels
The pinwheel is the national symbol for child abuse prevention, representing playfulness, joy and childhood, and supporting our organization’s vision where every child thrives.
Any color, brand or size of pinwheels works for Child Abuse Prevention Month. However, if you’d like to order pinwheels from Prevent Child Abuse America’s national pinwheel vendor, you can order them through the web store using the credentials below.
A case with 240 pinwheels is $146.40 plus shipping and handling.
Web Store Login
User: PCASouthCarolina
PW: Pinwheels2024@
Please note: There is no link or possible connection to any past orders on this site. Your personal information and payment information are not viewable or saved after purchase.
Community Leadership Grant Application
If your organization is leading CAP Month in your community, Children’s Trust has established a fund to support your work. Community Leadership Grants up to $1500 are available to help build awareness and engagement in your community to build stronger families and give children the opportunity to grow up safe, healthy and strong.
We encourage interested organizations to engage with other stakeholders in your community to coordinate and plan local CAP Month activities. We are looking for collaboration and geographic diversity across the state. Please only submit one application per community partnership as funding will be limited.
Applications open Dec. 8.
Sign Up for Updates
Sign up to stay in the loop as we prepare for Child Abuse Prevention Month, which kicks off on April 1, 2026.
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Give the Gift of Prevention
Donations help Children’s Trust provide funding, resources and training to community-based organizations that implement programs proven to prevent child abuse and ensure families and communities grow strong.
Become a Sponsor
Join us as a Child Abuse Prevention Month sponsor to gain visibility for your organization while uplifting South Carolina’s child- and family-serving professionals. Multiple levels are available to fit your budget. Held every April, this is an opportunity to join voices, stand together and show we are a powerful force for the children and families in South Carolina.
2026 Sponsorship Benefits (PDF) ›
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
Supporting Partners
