Believe in the Brave Breakfast

Join us for a delicious breakfast catered by DeBord Catering and bid on silent auction baskets while you learn about the mission of our Children's Advocacy Center.

Don’t miss the inspirational message from Emmy-nominated Sasha Joseph Neulinger, our keynote speaker.

Sasha Joseph Neulinger is the Founder and President of Voice For The Kids, and Co-Founder and Head of Production at Step 1 Films.

In 2015, Sasha presented his first public speech at TEDxBozeman, "Trauma Is Irreversible. How It Shapes Us Is Our Choice." Since then, he has delivered over 100 keynote and plenary speeches worldwide, helping raise over $8 million to fight child abuse.

He has spoken at major international conferences including the Dallas Crimes Against Children Conference (2016), National Children’s Alliance Leadership Conference (2018), and the San Diego International Conference on Child and Family Maltreatment (2023).

Sasha made his directorial debut at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival with his documentary REWIND. The film premiered on PBS Independent Lens in 2020 and received multiple Emmy nominations in 2021.

• Date: Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
• Time: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
• Location: Moline University Club
• Tickets: Buy here
  • Early Bird Price:$50.00
  • April 14th-20th:$55.00
  • Table of 8:$380

Thank you to our 2026 Believe in the Brave Sponsors. We thank you for your support! 

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Save the Date: Partners in Wine

• Date: Thursday, September 24th, 2026
• Time: 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Location: Old Oaks Winery
• Cost: TBA