Advocacy Collaborative & Awards
Investing in Advocates.
At Darkness to Light, we believe in investing in the people who lead the way—the advocates who are uplifting communities, amplifying voices, and building a culture of prevention. The Advocacy Collaborative Scholarship Program is our way of giving back to those who make prevention possible.
Each year, through this program, we provide funding to organizations dedicated to expanding access to child protection training and resources in communities across the nation, ensuring that prevention is not just an idea but a reality for every child.
2025 Advocacy Collaborative Scholarships Open October 15
Applications for the 2025 Stewards of Children® Advocacy Award open on October 15, closing October 31.
Applicants can apply for scholarship funds to support:
- Becoming an Authorized Facilitator
- Training resources such as Workbooks
The Advocacy Collaborative will review all applications and select the scholarship recipients.
Here are ways you can support the Advocacy Collaborative:
- Look out for our full announcement on October 15 via email, which will include additional information on the scholarship and application process.
- Share this information and application details with anyone who would be a good fit for this award!
- Consider joining the Advocacy Collaborative as a member of the advisory group or as a donor. If you are interested in joining the group, please contact Rhonda Newton at RNewton@D2L.org. While a portion of all eligible donations that Darkness to Light receives supports the Advocacy Collaborative fund, you can designate your entire contribution to this cause by selecting “Scholarship Fund” during your online donation.
Last fall, Darkness to Light awarded approximately $6,000 in scholarships to outstanding organizations across the nation, including: Amerigroup GF360, Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library, Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA, Duluth Area Family YMCA, Gratiot County Child Advocacy Association, Hope House of South Central Wisconsin, and IM SAFE CAC. These recipients exemplify the power of prevention in action—expanding awareness, training adults, and protecting countless children in their communities.
This year, we look forward to supporting even more leaders as they continue to shape safer futures for children everywhere.
