News & Events Archives - SCAN of Northern Virginia

SCAN 2023 Summer Newsletter

Hear from our Executive Director, look back on 35 years, and hear how we're bringing international expertise to NOVA.

NOVA family courts in need of more bilingual volunteer child advocates

Watch our interview with DC News Now on abuse trends, our CASA program, and a call for volunteers as cases increase.

Loudoun TICN awards equine therapy to mental-health professionals

The Loudoun County Trauma-Informed Community Network (TICN) is proud to present the first Resilience Awards to outstanding professionals working to improve mental health for Loudoun County residents. As a part of Virginia’s state-wide observance of Resilience Week, eight recipients have been recognized this May with a unique Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) session in partnership with Project Horse […]

SCAN on DC News Now | April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

We sat down with DC News Now to discuss Child Abuse Prevention Month and ways you can make a difference this April.

2022, a year in review

2022 was an incredible year for child abuse prevention. Check out highlights from this year and the extraordinary things our supporters have allowed us to do.

The Sun Gazette: Honors bestowed in battle against child abuse in region

Toast to Hope sets a new record, raising double its goal for child-abuse-prevention programs.

SCAN of Northern Virginia Raises $70,000+ in A Single Night!

“We are a nonprofit that serves children all year,” said Executive Director Leah Fraley. “This is our biggest fundraiser, and all the work we can do depends on our funders.”

SCAN Honors 100WomenStrong at Annual Gala

“We are more than honored to be recognized by SCAN of Northern Virginia,” 100WomenStrong founder Karen G. Schaufeld stated. “Since its inception, 100WomenStrong has focused on the strategic investment in organizations and programs that enrich the lives of Loudoun County residents. SCAN has been one of our recipients six times because of its focus on prevention, education and advocacy in support of all children, regardless of race, faith, citizenship status, ability, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We are proud supporters of SCAN’s unique family and community programs and equally proud to be a part of their 2022 Toast to Hope Gala.”

#Toast2Hope Raises Double SCAN’s Goal and Celebrates 100WomenStrong as Honoree

SCAN awards 100WomenStrong with the distinguished Cleary Award at its annual Toast to Hope Gala, and sets a new organizational record, raising double its goal for child abuse prevention programs. Tim and Jennifer Gale, long-time SCAN supporters and strong advocates for children and families, announced a surprise match of all donations made during the night.

Red Ribbon Week for Alexandria Proclaimed for October 23-31

At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, the annual alcohol, tobacco, and other drug prevention awareness campaign known as Red Ribbon Week was officially designated for Alexandria as October 23-31. It is viewed as a perfect means for people and communities to join together by taking a visible stand against drugs. This year’s theme is “Celebrate Life: Live Drug Free.”

SCAN of Nova Receives $45K Check from 2022 RUN! GEEK! RUN! Race

We were honored to have been the beneficiary of this year's Run Geek Run 5k. The $45,000 raised will go directly to PREVENTING child abuse throughout Northern Virginia! We can't thank the runners, supporters, sponsors, and Ironistic team enough for this generous donation!

SCAN 2022 Fall Newsletter

The 2021 Fall edition of the SCAN Newsletter has arrived! The pandemic challenged us when our methods were limited, but these challenging times have brought us new and innovative solutions. Please join us on this journey to prevent child abuse and change the very communities we live in.

Making a difference in Loudoun County

Child abuse is on the rise as Loudoun's vulnerable families continue to face long-term consequences of COVID. That's where SCAN comes in. After two years of isolation, socio-economic instability, and lack of community resources, struggling families continue to face stress and unsafe living situations. Loudoun's youth need our help now more than ever.

SCAN 2021 Fall Newsletter

Washington Post Opinion: In Northern Virginia, we’re working hard to prevent child sex abuse

Leah Fraley is executive director of Stop Child Abuse Now (SCAN) of Northern Virginia, a regionwide organization focused solely on preventing child abuse and neglect across Northern Virginia. In the past few weeks, and for the past four years, Americans have watched the Larry Nassar-USA Gymnastics case unfold in the headlines. Hundreds of victims have accused […]

Statement on Institutional Abuse in Response to Sexual Offenses of Larry Nassar

The failures of both USA Gymnastics and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to appropriately address the sexual offenses of Larry Nassar enabled his crimes. This is institutional abuse, and it is not a new story. Organizations routinely side with employees and people in positions of power over the allegations of children, prioritizing their reputation over the safety of the children in their care.

SCAN reports more severe cases of child abuse during pandemic

VIRGINIA (FOX 5 DC) – A Northern Virginia child abuse prevention nonprofit reported a startling trend – an increase in the severity of cases. “We can do better for families, we can do better for children,” SCAN of Northern Virginia Executive Director Leah Fraley said Thursday, adding that while SCAN’s caseload has remained consistently high during the […]

Support letter: Guaranteed Basic Income in Alexandria

Dear Alexandria City Council, SCAN of Northern Virginia stands with dozens of other community organizations in support of the Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) Pilot you can fund on July 6th. We have seen firsthand how the pandemic has rocked Alexandria’s families. GBI would bring a just moral recovery in the wake of the public health […]

SCAN receives national grant to improve ability to support Alexandria’s vulnerable youth

SCAN is awarded a $11,865 Loyola Children’s Law and Policy Executive Program Grant from the National Court Appointed Special Advocate/Guardian ad Litem (CASA/GAL) Association for Children.

SCAN Honors McEnearney Associates Realtors for Longstanding Support and Announces Spring2ACTion Match

SCAN of Northern Virginia awarded the 2020 Cleary Award to McEnearney Associates Realtors, represented by Dave Hawkins and Michael Day, for their commitment to the prevention of child abuse and unfailing support of SCAN’s mission and work. In support of Alexandria’s annual day of giving, McEnearney Associates has also announced a $5,000 match of all donations made to SCAN now through April 28 as a part of Spring2ACTion. “The McEnearney team’s […]

AT&T and SCAN to Partner for Allies in Prevention and April’s Child Abuse Prevention Month

Grant from AT&T Will Support SCAN’s Work Empowering Changemakers in Northern Virginia to Drive Systematic Change.

Spring2ACTion to Celebrate 11 Years of Giving Back to Alexandria’s Nonprofits

Alexandria’s community-wide Giving Day, is planned for April 28, 2021. This is a time when Alexandrians come together, uplift one another and support the organizations that serve our community in the best of times and during challenging times. The fundraiser is an indispensable platform for local nonprofits to engage the community and raise critical funds.

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