Paint the Town Blue - The CARE Center

This April, businesses across Oklahoma light up in blue to show solidarity in the fight against child abuse. Blue, the national color for child abuse prevention, illuminates the night as The CARE Center partners with local companies to spread awareness and foster community action.

#PaintTheTownBlue2025

Local Landmarks Go Blue: Iconic buildings throughout the state shine bright with blue lights, symbolizing our united stand against child abuse.
Local Partners Go Blue: We team up with other nonprofits and organizations for a coordinated social media blitz. We join forces by sharing our message online using our custom frame and caption on your posts! #PaintTheTownBlue2024 & tag @carecenterok

National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness and take action to protect children across the nation. Here are some key statistics that highlight the urgency of child abuse prevention:

1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys experience abuse during childhood.
1 billion children worldwide face violence annually.
In 2022, 558,899 U.S. children were confirmed victims of abuse and neglect.
Over 380,000 child victims received support from Children’s Advocacy Centers in 2023.