Our Mission
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The Children's Fund seeks to minimize the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) through supporting engagement in activities which build confidence, encourage growth and increase resilience. |
our story
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Our journey began in 2005 when a fund was established to honor retiring Pierce County Juvenile Court Administrator, Dan Erker. Dan dedicated 30 years of his life to the children of Pierce County, and while honored a fund had been created in his name, he requested it simply be called, The Children's Fund. With an initial gift of $50, a cigar box (our bank at the time!) and the belief that we could do someting incredible for our kids, The Children's Fund was born.
We have since said goodbye to the cigar box, but our strong desire to see children positively impacted has remained the same. At heart, we are advocates for the most vulnerable; a voice for those who would otherwise not be heard. |
our board
John H. Moore - Executive Director
Melanie Rushforth - Chairman
Sunni Ko, J.D. - Secretary
Maureen Faccia - Member
Amanda Chandler - Member