MARQUETTE, MI— A Marquette center dedicated to preventing child abuse and helping victims heal has received $10,000 from a Grand Rapids foundation.
The Northern Lights Child Advocacy Center provides support and resources to child and teen survivors of sexual and physical abuse, neglect, human trafficking, and witness to violence.
The center, which opened its doors earlier this month, successfully raised $10,000 from individual gifts and was awarded a $10,000 match from the M.E. Davenport Foundation.
Officials say the funds will be used to provide forensic interviews for children and teens, expand outreach efforts, purchase supplies and technology, and ensure that the center can reach even more children who need help.
