The Dragonfly House Children's Advocacy Center

10/30/2026

“What items can we donate to The Dragonfly House?”

We get asked this all the time, and the answer is: there are lots of ways to give!

We are always grateful for donations of items that help us care for and support the children and families we serve. Some of our most-needed items include:

💙 Play-Doh
💙 New T-shirts & blankets
💙 Small, child-friendly toys
💙 Personal hygiene items for our Dragonfly Supply Closet
💙 Snacks!

We also accept support in many other ways! You can make a one-time or monthly financial gift, make a legacy gift, shop our Amazon Wishlist, volunteer your time, help with fundraising and events, or simply spread the word about our mission.

Whether you donate an item, your time, your talents, or your resources, every contribution helps us be there for children and families when they need us most.

Have something you’d like to donate and aren’t sure if we can accept it? Just ask us! We’re always happy to help.

Visit our website to learn more about the many ways you can support The Dragonfly House.

10/27/2026

Our staff has been having a little creative fun and we need your vote!! Vote for your favorite pumpkin to win our office contest by liking the photo of your pick below! 🎃🧡
*Voting ends Friday 10/30!*

10/23/2026

COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL
Davie & Davidson County: We Need YOU.

The Dragonfly House serves children and families across Davie and Davidson Counties—and we want our community represented in the work we do.

We are looking for community members from both counties to serve on our Community Action Council.

The Community Action Council is an opportunity to become more involved in The Dragonfly House mission and help strengthen the connection between our CAC and the communities we serve.

We need people who are willing to:

Be a voice for children and families in their community
Help raise awareness about The Dragonfly House and child abuse prevention
Build connections with local businesses, organizations, and community groups
Support community engagement and outreach
Help us identify ways The Dragonfly House can better connect with the communities we serve
Bring the perspective of Davie County or Davidson County to the table at our bi-monthly meetings.
We need representatives from BOTH counties.

If you live, work, worship, volunteer, or are otherwise connected to Davie or Davidson County, we want to hear from you.

You don't have to be a child abuse professional. You just have to care about the children in our community and be willing to get involved.

Help us make sure both Davie and Davidson County have a voice.

🔗 Apply to join the Community Action Council by visiting our website.

Together, we can build stronger communities and a stronger network around the children we serve.

Join us for our Volunteer Open House on October 26th at 6 PM at The Dragonfly House! RSVP at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeO3D79IzQ-ZD3NF7mnbAlG9DTXABonhooAvtzQhOHyct1HIQ/viewform?usp=header

10/19/2026

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
There’s More Than One Way to Make a Difference.

You don’t have to work at a Children’s Advocacy Center to help children and families.

The Dragonfly House has volunteer opportunities for people with different interests, skills, schedules, and experiences.

Volunteers Opportunities:

Back-Up Nurse - Qualified professionals can provide support to our medical team when additional coverage is needed.

Community Action Council - Help strengthen our connection to the communities we serve through outreach, awareness, advocacy, and support.

Play Patrol - Help create a welcoming, child-friendly environment for children visiting The Dragonfly House.

Events & Fundraising - Help throughout the year with community engagement, fundraising events, special projects, and our annual Share the Love Gala.

Office & Administrative Support - Help behind the scenes with projects and tasks that keep our organization moving.

There are always opportunities to share your talents, skills, connections, and creativity in ways we may not have even listed here.

The Dragonfly House’s work depends on a community that believes children deserve to be safe, supported, and heard.

Ready to get involved?

Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form and let us know how you’d like to help!

🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfEXdBmmSKOatzrW_K54HdjTinBWRwZFsMtJ6WDK3aXbIJQHQ/viewform

Or join us for our Volunteer Open House on October 26th at 6 PM at The Dragonfly House! RSVP at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeO3D79IzQ-ZD3NF7mnbAlG9DTXABonhooAvtzQhOHyct1HIQ/viewform?usp=header

10/16/2026

Beyond grateful 💙

The Davie Community Foundation awarded a $14,340 Healthcare Grant to The Dragonfly House Children's Advocacy Center for their Meeting the Need: Trauma-Based Mental Health Services project.

This initiative will expand access to specialized mental health services for children and non-offending caregivers in Davie County who have experienced abuse, neglect, violence, or other trauma. Grant funding will support the addition of a part-time therapist, helping reduce wait times and provide more children with timely, consistent, trauma-informed care in a safe and supportive environment.

The project will also strengthen collaboration among local professionals, including law enforcement, child protective services, medical providers, and victim advocates, to better support children and families throughout the healing process.

By expanding access to these critical services close to home, The Dragonfly House is helping vulnerable children and families build a path toward healing, resilience, and brighter futures.

Learn more about this grant and other Healthcare Grants at daviefoundation.org/grants/healthcare/

10/15/2026

💜 DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Davie Community Foundation 💜

We are proud to spotlight the Davie Community Foundation for its investment in the children and families we serve at The Dragonfly House and throughout Davie County!

Through funding from the Davie County Hospital Foundation Fund, we are able to expand access to trauma-focused mental health services in Davie County by adding a part-time therapist. This support helps us work toward ensuring that more children and nonoffending caregivers can access the care they need to heal, regardless of their ability to pay.

We are incredibly grateful for community partners who recognize the importance of investing in children's healing and well-being. Thank you for helping us make a lasting difference!

📰 Read more about this funding and its impact in the Davie Enterprise article:
https://ourdavie.com/2026/10/01/healthcare-grants-help-expand-access-to-care-in-davie-county/

10/12/2026

VOLUNTEER OPEN HOUSE
Want to Make a Difference? Come Meet Us!

Have you ever wondered how you can get involved with The Dragonfly House beyond making a donation?

Come find out!

We’re hosting a Volunteer Open House and would love to meet people in our community who want to give their time, talents, and heart to helping children and families.

📅 October 26
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 The Dragonfly House
387 Valley Road, Mocksville, NC

Come learn about the different ways you can get involved, meet our team, ask questions, and find the volunteer opportunity that’s right for you.

Whether you’re interested in working with children, helping with events, supporting fundraising, getting involved in community outreach, or using a professional skill to support our mission—there’s a place for you here.

No commitment required. Just come learn more!
RSVP at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeO3D79IzQ-ZD3NF7mnbAlG9DTXABonhooAvtzQhOHyct1HIQ/viewform?usp=header

We hope to see you October 26!

10/05/2026

📣 Join us for the 2026 Dr. Sara Sinal Conference for Child Abuse Professionals!

One Team. Many Roles. Same Goal.

Spend the morning learning about the power of MDT collaboration and the different roles that come together to support children and families.

This conference is open to professionals working in the child abuse field, including:

Law Enforcement
Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services
Prosecutors & District Attorneys
Forensic Interviewers
Victim Advocates
Mental Health Professionals
Medical Professionals
Child Advocacy Center Professionals
And other professionals who work with children and families impacted by abuse

November 17 | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
Mary Rittling Conference Center | DDCC Campus | Thomasville, NC
$35 per person

Come learn, connect, and strengthen the partnerships that make a difference in the lives of children.

Registration is open!

👉 Register at igfn.us/f/6b0z/n or visit The Dragonfly House website to register.

We hope to see you there!

10/01/2026

Last week, our Executive Director, (Melissa Mishoe) and Forensic Interview and Communications Specialist (Emily Lamb); and two supervisors from Davidson County DSS attended the Reflections Symposium, presented by the Children’s Advocacy Centers of North Carolina, in beautiful Lake Junaluska.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside our MDT partners, reflect on the work we share, and bring new ideas and perspectives back to our community. Strong partnerships make stronger teams—and ultimately create better outcomes for children and families.

Thank you, CACNC, for a meaningful and inspiring symposium!

09/25/2026

🌟 Raising Resilient Kids: Growing Independence 💙

One of the greatest gifts we can give children is the confidence to try, learn, and grow.

As children get older, they need opportunities to practice independence in safe and age-appropriate ways.

Caregivers can encourage independence by:
✨ Giving children appropriate responsibilities
✨ Allowing them to make choices and learn from mistakes
✨ Helping them solve problems instead of immediately solving everything for them
✨ Reminding them that support is always available when they need it

Growing up is a process. Children thrive when they know they are capable — and when they know they are never alone. 💙