Isabella County Child Advocacy Center

10/30/2026

⭐️ICCAC STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MEET KYLE!⭐️

Meet Kyle Baker, our Child Abuse & Neglect Prevention Director! 🌟

Let’s get to know Kyle a little better.

💙 How long have you been with ICCAC?

I joined ICCAC two years ago in 2024 as the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Director.

💙 What is your favorite part about your job?

My favorite part of being the Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Director at ICCAC is knowing that the work we do makes a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. I love being able to educate children on how to recognize unsafe situations, understand their personal boundaries, and know who they can turn to for help. One of the most rewarding moments is seeing a child gain the confidence to speak up and advocate for themselves. I also enjoy building relationships with schools, families, and community partners who share our mission of keeping children safe. Knowing that our prevention efforts can help protect even one child from experiencing abuse or neglect makes everything we do worthwhile.

💙 Outside of your work day how do you serve your community?

Outside of my daily responsibilities, I stay actively involved in serving my community through my leadership of the Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) Committee and my involvement with the Isabella County Substance Abuse Coalition. Through the CAN Committee, I bring together community partners to promote child abuse prevention, increase awareness, and strengthen resources available to children and families. As a member of the Isabella County Substance Abuse Coalition, I collaborate with local organizations and professionals to address substance misuse, promote prevention education, and support healthier families.

💙 What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends, especially making memories with my 8-month-old and husband. I enjoy camping in the U.P, golfing, shopping and enjoying time with my dogs.

10/28/2026

A HUGE thank you to Tammy! 💙

Tammy stopped by our center to drop off an incredible amount of winter coats, hats, mittens, and hygiene items for the children who come through our doors!

As the colder months approach, these donations will help ensure the children we serve have the essentials they need to stay warm and comfortable.

Thank you, Tammy, for helping us keep our kiddos warm this winter! 🧤💙

10/26/2026

Join the Isabella County Child Advocacy Center for an informative Lunch & Learn focused on supporting at-risk youth, preventing exploitation, and recognizing the warning signs that could help keep children safe.

We are excited to welcome Jolene Hardesty from the Michigan State Police Missing Children’s Clearinghouse as our guest speaker!

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026

⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM

📍 Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum

Awareness is the first step toward prevention!

🔗 Register today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/iccac-monthly-lunch-and-learn-series

10/23/2026

🎉 Over FIFTY years of tradition & giving back to their community! 🎉

We are so grateful for the continued generosity and support of The Bird Bar & Grill! 🫶

For over 50 years, The Bird has hosted this annual auction, and for many of those years, they have generously donated the proceeds to the Isabella County Child Advocacy Center!

We are excited to once again be the beneficiary of this wonderful community tradition!💙

🗓️ Mark your calendars for November 8th!

Join us at the Bird Auction!

Come bid, cheer, and make a difference at this year's Bird Bar & Grill auction. Every dollar raised goes toward keeping children safe in our community.

And yes, the Detroit Lions game will be on! 🏈

Grab your friends and plan to have fun…and spend money hopefully, 🤪🤑!!! We can't wait to see you there!

Isabella County Child Advocacy Center

10/23/2026

🌟 ICCAC STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MEET LAURA! 🌟

This week, we’re excited to introduce Laura Schafer! Laura is our Case Manager & Family Advocate here at ICCAC!

Let’s get to know Laura a little better!

💙 How long have you been at ICCAC?

I celebrated four years with the ICCAC team this past August!

💙 What is your favorite part of the job?

My favorite part of my job is spending time with the children who come through our doors. Whether we’re playing games, having conversations, or I’m helping connect them and their families with supportive services, I enjoy being able to make a difference in their lives.

💙 Outside of work, how do you serve the community?

I am a member of the CAN Committee, where I have the opportunity to stay involved in efforts that support children and families in our community.

💙 What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

I love spending quality time with my children and grandchildren! When I’m not enjoying family time, you can usually find me gardening or sewing.

We’re so grateful to have Laura as part of our ICCAC family! Her compassion and dedication to supporting children and families make her such a valuable part of our team. 💙

10/22/2026

🚨 EVENT UPDATE: CAR SEAT CHECK CANCELLED 🚨

Unfortunately, our upcoming Car Seat Check Event has been cancelled.

Be on the lookout for a rescheduled date coming soon! 🚗💙

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!

10/22/2026

We want to give a HUGE thank you to two wonderful local businesses for their generosity and support!

Arby’s of Mt. Pleasant recently raised over $1,000 for ICCAC! We are incredibly grateful for their fundraising efforts and their commitment to making a difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.

Pizza Hut of Mt. Pleasant also showed their support this week by generously donating lunch for a training we hosted right here at our center!

Support comes in so many different forms, and we are fortunate to have local businesses that believe in our mission and the work we do. Thank you for your support💙

10/20/2026

DID YOU KNOW? 📣

The Isabella County Child Advocacy Center offers Stewards of Children® training through Darkness to Light!

Protecting children starts with education, awareness, and prevention. This evidence-informed training equips adults with the knowledge and tools to recognize, prevent, and respond responsibly to child sexual abuse.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, daycare provider, healthcare professional, or simply someone who wants to help keep children safe, this training is for YOU!

✨ The best part? This training can be offered online, making it easier for individuals, organizations, and community groups to participate!

We believe that prevention is everyone’s responsibility, and together, we can create a safer community for the children of Isabella County. 💙

📣 Interested in scheduling a training for yourself, your workplace, or your organization?

Contact Kyle Baker:
📞 989-317-8791
📧 [email protected]

10/19/2026

And the votes are in… Freddie’s winning headshot is HERE! 📸

The people have spoken! We even decided to dress him up in a suit and tie for his professional debut! 🐶

Thank you to everyone who voted and helped us pick the perfect headshot for our favorite canine advocate!

A HUGE thank you to Guys and Dolls Photography for always capturing such wonderful photos of our ICCAC team! We appreciate you sharing your talent with us and helping us look our best (Freddie included)! 📸💙

10/16/2026

🌟 STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MEET BRITNEE! 🌟

We’re kicking off our Staff Spotlight Series on National Boss’s Day, and who better to start with than our very own President & CEO, Britnee Neitzke! 💙

Along with leading our team here at ICCAC, Britnee holds another very important title — Freddie’s Mom! 🐾

Let’s get to know Britnee!

💙 How long have you been at ICCAC?

I joined ICCAC in May 2022 and have been proud to serve as President & CEO, helping strengthen our programs and expand our impact in the community.

💙What is your favorite part of your job?

My favorite part of my job is knowing that the work we do makes a real difference in the lives of children and families. I love bringing people and organizations together, building community partnerships, and finding new ways to support children and help keep them safe.

💙Outside of work, how do you serve the community?

I enjoy finding ways to give back to our community and support initiatives that help children and families thrive. Community involvement and building connections with others are important to me, both personally and professionally.

💙What do you enjoy doing outside of work?

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our three young kids. We love being outdoors, traveling, and making memories together as a family.

💙 Happy National Boss’s Day, Britnee! Thank you for your leadership and dedication to the children and families of Isabella County!

Stay tuned as we introduce more of the amazing people behind ICCAC! ✨