2026 Mark Parr Champion for Children Honoree Announced

CAC values teamwork, particularly with long-time community partners, which is why the 2026 Mark Parr Champion for Children award honoree is noteworthy. Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital has been a vital community partner for 17 years with CAC providing specialized services to young survivors of abuse in our shared service area.

Stephanie Chan Vo, system director – community impact and engagement for Endeavor Health, shared that the partnership “…reflects our belief that healthcare doesn’t just happen within the walls of a hospital—it happens in the community, in the spaces where people feel safe and supported.”

“At Endeavor Health, we are proud to be part of the communities we serve, and our work begins with listening—understanding what our neighbors need and partnering with trusted organizations to meet those needs,” Chan Vo added.  “Organizations like the CAC are deeply trusted by the families they serve. They create a safe environment where children feel seen, heard and believed. Partnering with CAC allows us to extend care beyond traditional settings and be part of a more connected system of support for children and families.”

Listening. Advocating. Providing hope and healing. These are all values that shape CAC’s work. Together with Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital, we are creating a community where every child can thrive in safety and well-being.

CAC will present the Champion for Children award to Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital at WONDER on May 7, 2026, at the Metropolis Ballroom in Arlington Heights. Tickets are available at https://bit.ly/CACWONDER26