H.A.C.A.N.

Hispanics Against Child Abuse and Neglect
Strong Families, Strong Communities

Hispanics Against Child Abuse and Neglect (HACAN)

HACAN strengthens families, empowers youth, and prevents child abuse and neglect through culturally competent education, intervention, and community advocacy with a focus on the Hispanic/Latino Community.  Read More →

For the Community

H.A.C.A.N. collaborates with many local and state agencies to advocate for the availability of community resources to help prevent child abuse. H.A.C.A.N. has offered workshops, trainings and presentations; participated in media activities; and created materials to spread awareness in the English and Spanish speaking communities. In addition, at their Annual Child Abuse Prevention Breakfast in April, H.A.C.A.N. invites hundreds of individuals, organizations and businesses to join together towards the safety of children.  Read More →

For Youth

For the past eleven years HACAN has served low-income girls and boys, ages 7-16, through the Morning Star program. At weekly meetings, Morning Star provides participants with a safe environment that empowers & educates them to make wise decisions as they transition into a new culture. Through fun and interactive skill-building workshops, activities, and field trips, we strengthen their self-esteem and encourage the growth of their leadership potential as a means of breaking the cycle of poverty, low-education and any family violence or neglect. HACAN also makes regular homes visits and connects... Read→

For Parents

Fortaleciendo la Familia (trans. Strengthening the Family) is a Spanish-language parenting curriculum developed for immigrant families that HACAN has successfully taught for seventeen years to nearly 2,000 parents. It is based on the premise that child abuse and neglect can be prevented by providing parents with the skills needed to resolve family conflicts in an atmosphere of mutual respect, cooperation, love and understanding. In addition, HACAN offers trainer certification to individuals from other local agencies that have experience working with low-income, Latino families.  Read More →

Volunteer Fairfax and H.A.C.A.N: Give Together

We encourage your participation in the Give Together Event, which is a Family Volunteer Day, organized by Volunteer Fairfax.  H.A.C.A.N. staff and volunteers will meet on January 16, 2012  at the Gum Springs Community Center (8100 Fordson Road, Alexandria, VA) to volunteer at projects with 10 nonprofits organizations in Fairfax County. Families enjoy the opportunity to give back to the community by working on service projects provided by various nonprofits from the region. Projects range from... Read→

SAVE THE DATE: H.A.C.A.N.’s Annual Fundraising Event- November 4, 2011

Dear Friends, H.A.C.A.N. cordially invites yo to join us for an evening of celebration, fundraising and entertainment at the Front Page Restaurant (4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA) on Friday November 4,2011 from 6:30 -p.m. – 10:00 p.m. The evening includes Heavy Hors D’Oeuveres and live entairtenment with Grupo Corozo.                                                                      Price:  $40.00 per person.      ... Read→

Join us for a Fundraising Night at Baja Fresh

Please come and join Hispanics Against Child Abuse and Neglect For a Fundraising Night at 12150 Fairfax Towne Center Fairfax, VA  22033 (703) 352-1792   Tuesday, April 19, 2011 (4:00p.m.-10:00p.m.)   April is Child Abuse Prevention Month   Just bring in this flyer or tell your server you would like to support our fundraiser   15% of all sales will benefit our organization Support a great cause!   Go to www.mybajafresh.com to view the menu **** Takeout Orders Counted in the Fundraiser****... Read→

H.A.C.A.N. Fundraising at California Pizza Kitchen

Join us for an event where GIVING WON’T JUST FEEL GOOD, it will TASTE GOOD We are having a fundraiser  at the California Pizza Kitchen of Fairfax Corner Thursday April 14, 2011 (11:30 am – 9:30 pm) 4200 FairfaxCorner Avenue West Fairfax, VA  22030  April is Child Abuse Prevention Month Just bring in this flyer and present it to your server when odering , and 20% of your check will be donated to our organization. *** Takeout orders counted in the Fundraiser ***  Read More →

H.A.C.A.N.’s Silver Anniversary

  Friday, November 12, 2010 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. $35 per person Front Page Restaurant 4201 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22203 The evening includes Heavy Hors D’ Oeuvres, Silent Auction, and Live Entertainment Join us to celebrate with our friends and family celebrate H.A.C.A.N.’s 25th Anniversary!! RSVP by November 10, 2010. Checks made payable to H.A.C.A.N. Please send payment to 11230 Waples Mill Road, Suite 105, Fairfax, VA 22030. To RSVP please print contact Marissa Yzita... Read→

3rd Annual Golf Tournament to benefit H.A.C.A.N.

Please be our guest and enjoy a fantastic day of Sun, Fun and Golf. A charity golf tournament will be held to benefit our organization at Meadows Farms Golf Course in Locust Grove Virginia on Thursday, October 7th 2010, at 9:00 AM. The event will be a shotgun start/Captains choice tournament. There will be contests for longest drives, closest to the pin and scoring prizes. Lunch is also included and will be held after the tournament. The deadline to register for the event is Thursday, September... Read→

H.A.C.A.N. Magazine Fundraising Campaign

As part of Child Abuse Prevention Month, H.A.C.A.N. is launching a Fundraising Campaign at: http://www.magfundraising.com/HACAN Magazine subscriptions and other goodies can make a world difference in the lives of the kids we serve. We Are Counting on Your Support!!! Help us reach our $2,500 fundraising goal!!!  Read More →

H.A.C.A.N. interview

Fundraiser for Hispanics Against Child AbuseFundraiser event was arranged to raise money and help kids in need. Event took place at Front Page restaurant in Arlington. [see next page for video interview] Read→  Read More →

H.A.C.A.N.’s Annual Fundraising Event

Friday, November 6, 2009 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. $35 per person Front Page Restaurant 4201 Wilson Boulevard Arlington, VA 22203 Come and join us for an Evening of Celebration, Fundraising and Entertainment. Individual tickets at $35 (price includes Heavy Hors’ D’Oeuvres, two complimentary drinks and live entertainment. RSVP by October 31, 2009. Checks made payable to H.A.C.A.N. Please send payment to 11230 Waples Mill Road, Suite 105, Fairfax, VA 22030. To RSPV and for more... Read→