April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Throughout the month of April we will be hosting a series of events to engage with the community and raise awareness of our work to prevent child abuse throughout Central Oregon. Please join us at one (or all) of our events and get to know MountainStar and our staff.
Lot’s of events coming up, make sure you RSVP!
A big thank you to the over 25 community partners for hosting Diaper Drives across Central Oregon - find a location near you!
Diaper Drive
🌟 Join MountainStar’s Diaper Drive & Help Local Families! 🌟
We’re collecting essential supplies for families in need across Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson Counties! You can drop off donations at locations in Bend, Redmond, Madras, Prineville, and La Pine.
🍼 We Need:
✔️ Baby Wipes
✔️ Diapers (Sizes 4, 5, 6, 7)
✔️ Pull-Ups
✔️ Sunblock
✔️ Gas Gift Cards
Your support helps keep little ones safe, healthy, and thriving! 💙 Drop off your donations today and make a difference for local families.
Community for Kids: Warm Springs
Warm Springs Communities for Kids Event
📅 Thursday, April 3, 2025
🕒 3:30 – 5:30 PM
📍 Warm Spring K-8 Academy – 50 Chukar Rd, Warm Springs
Celebrate National Child Abuse Prevention Month with us at the Communities for Kids event in Warm Springs! This free event is a great opportunity to connect with local resources, enjoy free eats, and explore ways our community can support families.
🎉 Prize Drawings – Enter to Win:
Gift Baskets
Come out, have fun, and learn how we can all work together to protect kids in Warm Springs!
Prineville Community Table
MountainStar invites you to join in our efforts to protect young children from abuse and neglect. Take a seat at the table and together we will explore how we can strengthen vulnerable families.
MountainStar will present a compelling story of how our work impacts families which we hope will motivate you to get involved. It is our goal to inspire every guest to donate; we encourage you to bring along a checkbook or credit card.
Register today by filing out the form below
Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Community for Kids: Deschutes County
Deschutes County Communities for Kids Event
📅 Wednesday, April 9, 2025
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 DCF Eastside Campus – Deschutes County
Join us for the Communities for Kids event in Deschutes County, a free family-friendly gathering in support of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Come connect with local organizations, enjoy a treat from Central Oregon Corn Dog Co., and learn about resources available for families.
🎉 Prize Drawings – Enter to Win:
$500 Fred Meyer Gift Card
$100 Mountain Air Gift Card
$50 Red Robin Gift Card
Come out, have fun, and learn how we can all work together to protect kids in Deschutes County!
Community for Kids: Jefferson County
Jefferson County Communities for Kids Event
📅 Thursday, April 17, 2025
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 The MAC – Madras Aquatic Center
Join us for Communities for Kids, a free family-friendly event in support of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Connect with local organizations, learn about resources available to families in Jefferson County, and enjoy fun activities for all ages!
🎉 Prizes & Giveaways:
$500 Bi-Mart Gift Card
$100 Gas Card
$50 Madras Aquatic Center Pass
Hosted by local partners dedicated to supporting families and building safer communities.
Come out, have fun, and learn how we can all work together to protect kids in Jefferson County!
Madras Community Table
MountainStar invites you to join in our efforts to protect young children from abuse and neglect. Take a seat at the table and together we will explore how we can strengthen vulnerable families.
MountainStar will present a compelling story of how our work impacts families which we hope will motivate you to get involved. It is our goal to inspire every guest to donate; we encourage you to bring along a checkbook or credit card.
Register Today by filling out the form below
Make it stand out
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
Community for Kids: Crook County
Crook County Communities for Kids Event
📅 Thursday, April 24, 2025
🕒 3:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 Ochoco Gymnasium – 440 NW Madras Hwy, Prineville
Celebrate National Child Abuse Prevention Month with us at the Communities for Kids event in Crook County! This free event is a great opportunity to connect with local resources, enjoy treats from Central Oregon Corn Dog Co., and explore ways our community can support families.
🎉 Prize Drawings – Enter to Win:
Gift cards to Bi-Mart
Gas cards
Prineville Produce gift card