Making a Difference 2009

This event, hosted by the Durham Community Collaborative, is held annually during the nationally-observed Child Abuse Prevention month and recognizes the individuals, programs and organizations that are working through Durham’s System of Care to help families in Durham help their children to be safe and successful at home, at school and in their community.
These types of programs lead to successful children and economic prosperity for the local community through reduced government intervention, school drop-outs and child maltreatment.

The event was coordinated by the Durham System of Care Community Collaborative. Durham's System of Care is a framework for organizing and coordinating services and resources into a comprehensive and interconnected network to benefit children and families. The event was also supported by Exchange Clubs Family Center and Duke University’s Center for Child and Family Policy.

The sponsoring organizations were Healthy Start Academy, Durham’s Family Initiative, Center for Child and Family Policy, The Durham Center, Melange Health Services, Triangle Luncheon Civitan Club, Balloon Krazy, Jordan High School Art Students and The City of Durham Parks and Recreation Department.

The Making a Difference Breakfast honors agencies, programs and individuals who are making a significant impact on children and families in the Durham community using the Durham System of Care approach and philosophy.

The 2009 Provisional Recognized Partners are: Carolina Outreach, Family Preservation Services, Gateway Corporation, Right Direction, The Durham At-Risk Youth Collaborative, Top Priority Services, Triumph and Turning Point Adult and Adolescent Center.

Making a Difference 2009 Grant Award Winner:
Parent and Family Advocacy and Support Training (PFAST)
Cribs for Kids
Child and Family Support- Healthy Families

Making a Difference 2009 Program Award Winner:
Parent and Family Advocacy and Support Training (PFAST)

Making a Difference 2009 Above and Beyond Individual Awards:
Doug and Diane Jones - Community Members
Janet Cherry - Professional
DeShaun High – Youth