Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children

Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children Although approximately 80% of victims served at the agency are survivors of sexual assault, we help ALL victims, always free of charge.

At Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children, our mission is to promote healing of children and crime victims through culturally sensitive advocacy, collaboration, prevention and treatment. Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children first originated in 1976 as the Waco Rape Crisis Center and has evolved into an umbrella agency offering forensic interviews and medical exams, crisis counsel

ing, prevention and education and other services to children and victims of crime in McLennan, Hill, Falls, Limestone, Bosque and Freestone counties. There is hope and restoration at the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children through our three core programs, the Children’s Advocacy Center, The Victims Center, and Prevention and Education – offering many services to the hurting in our community. We are available 24/7 through our toll-free crisis hotline (888) 867-7233 for survivors of sexual assault and have physical locations at our main office in Waco, as well as satellite offices in Mexia, Hillsboro, Marlin and Fairfield. Helping all victims of violent crime across six counties, ACCVC’s many programs work together to provide life changing services and help victims in the recovery process. For more than 38 years, victims walk in their open door and walk out as survivors.

06/11/2026

Many people have heard of a SAFE kit, but may not know what it contains. Teresa explains the items typically found in a Sexual Assault Forensic Exam (SAFE) kit and how they may be used during an exam.
[ID: Teresa (Hispanic women with long hair, wearing a yellow blouse and blue jeans) in sitting next to a table. The onscreen text in the beginning reads ‘TRIGGER WARNING: discussion about sexual assault exam’. Then it reads ‘Teresa, Bilingual Crisis Hotline Supervisor/Case Manager’. Then it reads ‘SAFE: sexual assault forensic exam…SANE: sexual assault nurse examiner’. Teresa goes on to explain items in the SAFE kit: a labeled envelope, a labeled paper bag, cotton swabs, saline, a little box, and a Beloved Bundle (which contains clothing, hygiene products, and more).]

🎄🀄 Christmas in July Mahjong is coming to Jorge’s Cantina on Saturday, July 19th! Join us for an afternoon of fun, food,...
06/10/2026

🎄🀄 Christmas in July Mahjong is coming to Jorge’s Cantina on Saturday, July 19th! Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, raffles, and mahjong while supporting a great cause.

✨ Open Play and Guided Play options available
🍴 Lunch included
🎟️ Raffle tickets and table sponsorships available now

Most importantly, all proceeds from raffle ticket sales benefit the Advocacy Center and help support services for crime victims and children in our community. ❤️

Please Contact Andrea at 254-580-3425 for details and sign up link

Our Prevention & Education team is so excited to host our annual Family Fun Day! Here is our event schedule for Saturday...
06/09/2026

Our Prevention & Education team is so excited to host our annual Family Fun Day! Here is our event schedule for Saturday. We hope to see you there! 🌞
[ID: The first slide has a light background and all the text is black. The title is ‘Family Fun Day’ with an orange background and ‘Schedule’ with yellow background. Below, there are three sections that alternate between blue and yellow; the time is on the left and the schedule details are on the right. 1st section (blue): 11am…Start of event…Scavenger hunt (first 3 winners get a prize!)...Free-for-all activities (chalk, jump ropes, hula hoops, etc.). 2nd section (yellow): Lunch…Hot dogs…Drinks (provided by Raising Cane’s)...Chips…Paletas (provided by Helados La Azteca). 3rd section (blue): 1PM…Games…Water bucket relay… Tug-of-war…Relay race. The Advocacy Center logo is below, and it reads ‘hosted by the Advocacy Center’s Prevention & Education team’. There is colorful graphics around the slide. The second slide contains the same content, but it is translated into Spanish.]

June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. 🧠♥️ Men survivors of sexual violence are often overlooked, dismissed, or fo...
06/04/2026

June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. 🧠♥️ Men survivors of sexual violence are often overlooked, dismissed, or forgotten. When survivors do not feel seen or supported, it can impact their mental health, emotional well-being, and healing journey.
[ID: The first slide has a light background. All text is teal. In the top right corner, it reads ‘myths and facts about male survivors’. Below, there were two ovals labeled ‘myth’ and ‘fact’. The ‘myth’ bubble reads ‘Male survivors are always gay, or the perpetrator was.’ The ‘fact’ bubble reads ‘Sexual violence is about power and control, not sexual orientation. Survivors and perpetrators can be any gender or orientation’. Around the slide, there are teal decorative graphics. The second slide contains the same content, but it is translated into Spanish.]

Thank You, Hewitt Methodist Church! We are incredibly grateful to Hewitt Methodist Church for the wonderful surprise don...
06/03/2026

Thank You, Hewitt Methodist Church!

We are incredibly grateful to Hewitt Methodist Church for the wonderful surprise donation of snacks, bottled water, juice, books, and toys! Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve.

These items will be shared with our clients across Bosque, Falls, Freestone, Hill, Limestone, and McLennan Counties, helping us bring comfort, care, and a little extra joy to those who need it most.

Thank you for your kindness, support, and commitment to our community!

We are always in need of these items to help better serve our clients. If you would like to make a donation, please visit:

https://advocacycntr.harnessgiving.org/donate/?selected-method=monthly&amount=50&campaign_id=14946

The Advocacy Center is here to serve all survivors of violent crimes. 🩵 Research shows that LGBTQ+ people experience hig...
06/02/2026

The Advocacy Center is here to serve all survivors of violent crimes. 🩵

Research shows that LGBTQ+ people experience higher rates of sexual violence. However, it often goes underreported due to various factors, such as: fear of not being believed, being outed, or facing more discrimination.
[ID: The first slide has a beige background. Around the perimeter of the slide, there are various folks who are dressed very colorfully. In the center, it reads ‘we are here to serve YOU’ in teal text. The second slide contains the same content, but it is translated into Spanish.]

✨ We’ve got some tea to spill…✨ at our 3rd Annual Spill the Tea Luncheon Have you ever wondered how the Advocacy Center ...
06/01/2026

✨ We’ve got some tea to spill…✨ at our 3rd Annual Spill the Tea Luncheon

Have you ever wondered how the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children supports the communities in Bosque, Falls, Freestone, Hill, Limestone and McLennan Counties?

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of connection, impact, and community.

We can’t wait to have you join us—the tea will be worth the wait!

🗓 July 15, 2026
📍 Ridgewood Country Club, Waco
⏰ Doors open at 10:45 AM | Program begins at 11:40 AM

Purchase Tickets Here: https://advocacycntr.ejoinme.org/SpilltheTea2026

We can’t wait to have you join us… the tea will be worth the wait! ☕💬

Thank You for Spreading Comfort and Care!We are incredibly grateful to Family of Faith Worship Center for their generous...
05/29/2026

Thank You for Spreading Comfort and Care!

We are incredibly grateful to Family of Faith Worship Center for their generous donation of 503 stuffed animals! Family of Faith WC Waco

These “stuffies” will be shared across the six county offices we serve, bringing comfort, reassurance, and a sense of healing to the individuals and families we support.

Small acts of kindness can make a big difference, and this thoughtful gift will help brighten difficult moments for so many.

Kindness starts with you. For 50 years, our community has helped us provide compassion, protection, and support to survi...
05/29/2026

Kindness starts with you.

For 50 years, our community has helped us provide compassion, protection, and support to survivors across Central Texas. Join us in continuing this mission for the next 50 years. 🩵

🔗 Donate: https://advocacycntr.harnessgiving.org/campaigns/20483

05/28/2026

here is a brief look into what a volunteer shift can look like for our 24/7 crisis hotline! 📞
interested in volunteering? call our office at 254.752.9330!

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3312 Hillcrest
Waco, TX
76708

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+12547529330

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