Cramer Children's Center

06/05/2026

We're excited to recognize Northwest Shoals Community College as a D**k Sponsor for Cramer's Paddle for a Cause Pickleball Tournament Presented by Long-Lewis Foundation!

NWSCC has been a longtime supporter of Cramer Children's Advocacy Center, and their commitment to helping children and families in our community continues to make a lasting impact. From awareness efforts to fundraising events, they consistently show up for our mission, and we couldn't be more grateful.

Thank you, NWSCC, for joining us on the court and standing with children who need hope, healing, and support. We can't wait to see the difference we'll make together this July! 💙

06/04/2026

🎉 Please join us in welcoming Susanna Stephenson to the Cramer Children's Advocacy Center team!

Susanna recently earned her Master of Social Work from the University of North Alabama and brings with her a strong background in supporting children and families. She has experience teaching parenting classes as a Certified Parent Educator, providing in-home services through Limestone County Child Advocacy Center’s Parent Support Program, and serving families as a Family Support Worker with Family Counseling Associates.

At Cramer, Susanna will serve as a therapist and is already taking steps to expand her impact. This summer, she will sit for her LMSW licensure exam and will complete specialized training in Forensic Interviewing of Children in July.

Susanna’s passion for helping children, commitment to professional growth, and heart for families make her a wonderful addition to our team. We are excited to have her join us as we continue helping children heal from abuse and trauma throughout Northwest Alabama.

Welcome to Cramer, Susanna! 💙💚

06/04/2026

When you see statistics, it's easy to focus on whether a number went up or down.

What we see are 357 children who needed help.

We see 685 therapy sessions, 970 victim advocacy services, 357 forensic interviews, 37 medical exams, and more than 2,800 instances of support navigating the criminal justice system.

Each number represents a child who deserved to be heard, protected, and supported.

These services don't happen by accident. They happen because our community continues to invest in children and families through donations, grants, sponsorships, and partnerships.

As we look ahead, your support remains critical. Every child who walks through our doors deserves access to healing services at no cost to their family, and together, we can make sure that promise continues.

Thank you for helping us be there when children need us most.

FLORENCE — The number of children served by Cramer Children's Advocacy Center decreased slightly in 2025.

06/03/2026

Warning: watching this video may cause an immediate urge to register for pickleball. 😎

Our CYAC board member Georgia Claire Varble is serving up all the reasons you need to join us for Cramer's Paddle for a Cause Pickleball Tournament Presented by Long-Lewis Foundation!

With great competition, fun prizes, and an even greater cause, this is one tournament you don't want to miss.

🚨 Registration is officially open! Sign up today and help us make a difference for children in our community—one d**k at a time.

Register now: https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/cramers-paddle-for-a-cause-presented-by-long-lewis-foundation

06/03/2026

A big shoutout to Southwire for joining Paddle for a Cause as a D**k Sponsor!

If you've followed Cramer for any length of time, you've probably seen Southwire showing up again and again to support local children and families. From sponsorships and donation drives to volunteering and advocacy, they are always willing to jump in and help make a difference.

We're so grateful to have them as part of this year's tournament and thankful for their continued commitment to the children we serve.

Thank you, Southwire, for being such an incredible community partner. We can't wait to see everyone on the courts in July!

Registration + sponsorships are open now.
Sign up to play: https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/cramers-paddle-for-a-cause-presented-by-long-lewis-foundation
Sign up to sponsor: https://givebutter.com/c/cramerpaddleforacause

06/02/2026

We're kicking off our sponsor spotlights with a huge thank you to the Long-Lewis Foundation for stepping up as the Presenting Sponsor and Grand Slam Sponsor of Cramer's Paddle for a Cause Pickleball Tournament!

Their support is helping us bring this tournament to life, and we couldn't be more excited to have them on the court with us. Thanks to partners like Long-Lewis Foundation, we're able to turn two days of pickleball into hope for children in our community.

Thanks for always showing up and supporting local kids when it matters most. Now let's play some pickleball!

Registration + sponsorships are open now.
Sign up to play: https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/cramers-paddle-for-a-cause-presented-by-long-lewis-foundation
Sign up to sponsor: https://givebutter.com/c/cramerpaddleforacause

06/01/2026

Meet the heroes who show up for kids when it matters most. Our mid-year report highlights donors, volunteers, sponsors, and community champions making a real difference at Cramer Children’s Advocacy Center. Read the full report and join us in supporting these lifesaving efforts: https://wix.to/SZczm9H

At Cramer Children's Advocacy Center, we spend a lot of time talking about heroes. Not the kind that wear capes or fly through the sky, but the kind who show up when children need them most. They're the donors who give generously. The volunteers and board members who share our mission. The businesse...

05/29/2026

As we wrap up our CYAC member spotlights, we’re excited to introduce the Vice President of Cramer’s Young Advisory Circle, Matthew Vest! 💙

Matthew is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch, where he helps individuals and families plan for the future through financial planning and multigenerational wealth management. A graduate of the University of North Alabama (2015) and the University of Alabama (2017), Matthew is passionate about investing not only in financial futures but in the future of our community as well.

His commitment to helping children stems from his most important role: being a dad to Micah and Madelyn. Seeing the world through their eyes has deepened his desire to ensure every child has the opportunity to grow up safe, supported, and surrounded by caring adults.

When he's not working or serving through CYAC, you'll likely find Matthew spending time with his family, on the golf course, exercising, or with a good book in hand.

Thank you for being a Cramer Kid Hero, Matthew!

We are incredibly grateful for Matthew’s leadership, heart for service, and dedication to helping children and families across Northwest Alabama. Thank you for helping lead CYAC as we work together to create brighter futures for local kids! 👏

05/28/2026

Community connection is at the center of everything CYAC stands for 💙

Meet Georgia Claire Varble!

Georgia Claire serves as the Director of Market Development for First Metro Bank and is passionate about building strong relationships both professionally and personally. She believes in the power of listening, supporting others, and creating meaningful connections throughout the community.

In 2025, Georgia Claire graduated from Leadership Shoals through the Shoals Chamber of Commerce and continues to stay actively involved across the region. She currently serves as the Public Image Chair for the Rotary Club of Florence and has volunteered with organizations in both the Shoals and her hometown in Tennessee. She also previously served as an alumna-advisor for the University of North Alabama Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority.

We are so grateful to have Georgia Claire bringing her leadership, heart for service, and community spirit to Cramer’s Young Advisory Circle as we work together to create brighter futures for children and families. 👏

05/27/2026

If the Wii Sports soundtrack doesn’t instantly raise your heart rate, are you even ready for this tournament?

Grab your doubles partner, channel your inner 2008 sports champion, and come d**k for a cause at Cramer's Paddle for a Cause Pickleball Tournament Presented by Long-Lewis Foundation.

Good vibes. Friendly competition. And yes… somebody’s uncle is about to take this WAY too seriously.

Registration + sponsorships are open now.
Sign up to play: https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/cramers-paddle-for-a-cause-presented-by-long-lewis-foundation

Sign up to sponsor: https://givebutter.com/c/cramerpaddleforacause

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