We are tremendously greatful for organizations and businesses who organize benefits on behalf of the Center for Child Protection. To learn how you can partner with the Center for Child Protection, contact Debbie Tate, Director of Development and Community Relations at 512-472-1164 x242 or dtate@centerforchildprotection.org.
2008 Benefits
January 19, 2008 - Mama Fu's Grand Opening at The Triangle
Mama Fu's held a grand opening celebration at their newest restaurant in The Triangle (4615 N. Lamar Ste. 307) from noon to 10 p.m. Half of the day's total sales benefited the Center along with purchases of Mama Fu's Panda Bears, which were available for $25. Activities for children started at noon with jugglers, balloon twisters, games/giveaways, and Chinese Dragon Team Dancers. Everyone enjoyed live music on the patio all day, and Lisa Hayes and Headliner Kelly Willis played starting at 6 p.m. The evening was topped off by a fireworks show. To find out more, visit Mama Fu's at www.mamafusaustin.com or call 512/637-6773. Download flier.
April 1-30, 2008 - McCormick & Schmick's Iced Tea Benefit
For the 5th year in a row, McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant (401 Congress Ave) will help raise awareness about the tragedy of child abuse and neglect during Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. During the month of April, 100% of all iced tea sales will benefit the Center for Child Protection.
April 5, 2008 - Kappa Delta Shamrock Event
University of Texas college students for the 13th year in a row enjoyed a volleyball tournament at Zilker Park to raise funds for our city's abused children. To date, Sigma Epsilon chapter of Kappa Delta at the University of Texas has raised more than $44,000 for the Center for Child Protection.
April 26, 2008 - Austin Cup Invitational Bowling Tournament
Local technology companies will gather for the 8thAnnual Austin Cup Invitational Bowling Tournament in April. Year after year, Austin Cup provides local technology companies with an annual coming-together for friendly competition, family fun, and an opportunity to learn about and support the issues affecting child abuse victims in our community. Visit www.austincup.net for more details.
April 26, 2008 - Super Hero Run
Everyone needs a hero...and abused and neglected children need Super heroes! Don your costume and bring your friends to the 1st Annual Super Hero Run on Saturday, April 26th. The Super Hero 5K Run is part of the Texas Round-Up. The group will meet on the Capitol south lawn at 7:30 a.m. to walk, run, or mosey as a group. Children of all ages, strollers, and wagons are welcomed and encouraged. The event should be finished by 9:30 a.m. All participants will receive a t-shirt and enjoy a post-race celebration and brunch on the Capitol south lawn provided by Chipotle Grill. Come as you are or dress up and join the fun. Prizes will be given for the best costume and the participant who raises the most money for both charities. The Center for Child Protection and the Helping Hand Home for Children are the beneficiaries for this family-friendly event. Register today. Visit www.thesuperherorun.org to register. A post-run Super Hero Jam will raise additional funds at Nunoz, a new restaurant at the corner of Parmer and Mopac. Music by Driver will start at 8 p.m. For more details about the Super Hero Run and event festivities, visit www.thesuperherorun.org.
May 10, 2008 - Austin Aztex Pro Soccer Team Inaugural Match
The Austin Aztex, Austin's first Pro Soccer Team, will play the Houston Leones at their first game on Saturday, May 10, 2008, beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Round Rock's Dragon Stadium. They will showcase the Center for Child Protection as their first featured charity. Visit http://www.austinaztex.com/ for more information.
August 12, 2008 - Buck Owens Birthday Bash
Music enthusiasts will put on their finest boots and head on over to the 17th Annual Buck Owens Birthday Bash to benefit the Center for Child Protection at the Continental Club. A modest cover charge will treat guests to a vast array of artists performing their renditions of this country music legend's tunes. A sampling of artists who appeared include: Billy Joe Shaver, Monte Warden, Mike Barfield, Jann Browne, Rosie Flores, The Derailers, Bob Holly, Casper Rawls, and Tom Lewis. The event was sponsored by The Austin Chronicle, KVET-FM 98.1, Hotel San Jose, Texas Music Roundup, Music Lab, Texicalli Grille and The Continental Club. Find out more about the event.
December 13, 2008 - 15th Annual Tattoo Benefit
Ever thought of adorning yourself with a beautiful piece of artwork? Now's your chance to get the tattoo or piercing you've always wanted while helping end child abuse in Travis County. Tattoos from the Soul (516 East 6th Street) will hold their 15th Annual Tattoo Benefit for the Center for Child Protection in December. For more information, contact Tattoos from the Soul at 512/476-4003.
March 3, 2007 - Juan's Mexicali Preview Night
Child advocates celebrated the delicious Californian/Mexican cuisine at Juan's Mexicali Cafe, a new restaurant which opened at The Grove at Southpark Meadows in early March. Guests enjoyed a wide array of complimentary appetizers and entrees on March 3rd from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contributions or gift cards to support the Center for Child Protection were brought by guests interested in helping the Center for Child Protection in its mission to serve child abuse victims.
March 28, 2007 - Dona Emilia's Big Red Reserve Wine & Food Tasting
Dona Emilia's South American Bar & Grill invited guest to sample delicious wine and food on Wednesday, March 28th at 7 p.m. Tickets costed $25 per person. A portion of the proceeds benefited the Kozmetsky Center for Child Protection Capital Campaign.
April 1-30, 2007 - McCormick & Schmick's Iced Tea Benefit
For the 4th year in a row, McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant (401 Congress Ave) helped raise awareness about the tragedy of child abuse and neglect during Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month. During the month of April, 100% of all iced tea sales benefited the Center for Child Protection. McCormick & Schmick's presented the Center with a check for $4,500 to help children served by the Center.
April 14, 2007 - Austin Cup Invitational Bowling Tournament
Local technology companies gathered for the Seventh Annual Austin Cup Invitational Bowling Tournament again in April. Year after year, Austin Cup provides local technology companies with an annual coming-together for friendly competition, family fun, and an opportunity to learn about and support the issues affecting child abuse victims in our community. Visit www.austincup.net for more details.
April 14, 2007 - Kappa Delta Shamrock Event
University of Texas college students for the twelth year in a row enjoyed a volleyball tournament at Zilker Park to raise funds for our city's abused children. To date, Sigma Epsilon chapter of Kappa Delta at the University of Texas has raised more than $44,000 for the Center for Child Protection.
May 14, 2007 - Makeup and Margaritas
Makeup & Margaritas was held on Monday, May 14th from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at Nuevo Leon in the Circle C Escarpment Village. This event was hosted by Nuevo Leon and Arbonne International and benefited the Center for Child Protection. For more information, contact Natalie Gauci at 512/394-9389.
August 9, 2007 - Buck Owens Birthday Bash
Music enthusiasts put on their finest boots and headed on over to the 16th Annual Buck Owens Birthday Bash which benefited the Center for Child Protection this August at the Continental Club. Doors opened at 7:30 p.m. and a $15 cover treated guests to a vast array of artists performing their renditions of this country music legend's tunes. A sampling of artists who appeared include: Billy Joe Shaver, Monte Warden, Mike Barfield, Jann Browne, Rosie Flores, The Derailers, Bob Holly, Casper Rawls, and Tom Lewis. The event was sponsored by The Austin Chronicle, KVET-FM 98.1, Hotel San Jose, Texas Music Roundup, Music Lab, Texicalli Grille and The Continental Club.
August 23, 2007 - TRIBEZA Happy Hour Presented by Collectic Home, LLC
Fashionable friends enjoyed a happy hour on Thursday, August 23rd from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Grand Re-Opening of Collectic Home, LLC. A percentage of the sales that evening were given to the Center for Child Protection. For more information, contact Collectic Home, LLC (2785 Bee Caves Rd) at 512/347-1616.
August 24, 2007 - McCormick & Schmick's Pre-Opening Dinner at The Domain
Supporters of the Center enjoyed a private dining experience at the new McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant at The Domain. For a donation of $30 at the door, guests enjoyed a four-course meal from McCormick & Schmick's Signature Menu and gave their attentive waitstaff a final training opportunity before the restaurant officially opened to the public. Dinner seatings were available from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The evening was a benefit for the Center for Child Protection.
September 26, 2007 - Art Preview Party Hosted by FastFrame and the Westlake Gallery
You are cordially invited to attend an Art Preview Party featuring new European Oils for the fall at FastFrame and the Westlake Gallery. The event will be held Wednesday, September 26, from noon to 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Fifteen percent of purchases on new art and custom framing will be given to the Center for Child Protection. For more information, contact FastFrame and the Westlake Gallery (The Village at Westlake, 701 S. Capital of Texas Hwy #D460) at 512/306-0999 or www.fastframeaustin.com.
October 2, 2007 - Fish City Grill Benefit
Enjoy lunch or dinner out with your family at Fish City Grill in the Brodie Oaks Shopping Center on Tuesday, October 2, 2007. Fish City Grill is partnering with the Center for Child Protection to raise awareness and funds for children in need. The restaurant will give 15% of the proceeds from meals purchased on October 2, to the Center for Child Protection. For more information, contact Fish City Grill (4200 South Lamar Ste 300) at 512/442-FISH or www.fishcitygrill.com.
December 1-31, 2007 - Lexus Pursuit of Potential Promotion
This holiday season, you can feel even better about giving someone a new Lexus. Because with every vehicle purchased during the December to Remember Sales Event, Lexus and Lexus of Austin will make a donation to the Center for Child Protection. It's all part of Lexus' Pursuit of Potential initiative, a program dedicated to building, shaping and improving children's lives. For more information, contact Lexus of Austin at 512/343-3400.
December 15, 2007 - Viva Chocolato! Grand Opening & Benefit
Viva Chocolato! Austin’s premiere, locally-owned Dessert Café, Wine Bar and Chocolate Shoppe will celebrate its Grand Opening on Saturday, December 15 from 10 am to midnight and the public is invited to attend. Shoppers will enjoy specials, samples, and giveaways all day long. In addition, Viva Chocolato! will be selling their exclusive “Viva ei Bambini” (long live the children) bear chocolate to benefit the Center for Child Protection. A portion of the proceeds from the day’s events will benefit the Center for Child Protection and another charity. Viva Chocolato! is located at 3401 Esperanza Crossing, Ste. 104 in The Domain (near Macy’s). For more information, contact Viva Chocolato! at 512-339-8482 or visit www.vivachocolato.com.
December 15-16, 2007 - 14th Annual Tattoo Benefit
Ever thought of adorning yourself with a beautiful piece of artwork? Now's your chance to get the tattoo or piercing you've always wanted while helping end child abuse in Travis County. Tattoos from the Soul (516 East 6th Street) will hold their 14th Annual Tattoo Benefit for the Center for Child Protection in December 15-16, 2007. For more information, contact Tattoos from the Soul at 512/476-4003.
