Our Mission Statement: The Association for Catholic Childhood, a volunteer organization, provides funding and advocacy for Western Washington children and families in need, regardless of race or creed.

The ACC does this by:
* Raising funds for programs and organizations that directly benefit children and their families
* Contributing clothing, toys and gifts that enhance and improve the lives of children
* Volunteering time to special projects
* Serving as advocates for issues relating to the welfare of children

The ACC is composed of over 20 independent Circles in the greater Seattle area and the Eastside. Each circle is composed of a group of women who meet regularly to plan and execute fund raising activities. The ACC is governed by a Board which provides overall guidance and serves as the conduit for the funds raised through the many activities of the various circles.

Special Updates:
For those members who didn't have the opportunity to attend our 90th Anniversary celebration,here is the text of Father Ryan's Homily. It was so perfect for the occasion and spoke so beautifully to and about ACC. Enjoy!!
Homily by Father Ryan at 90th Anniversary ACC Mass

** Search below for Circle Events **

Newsletter Downloads:(Newsletters are issued every other month)
download August 2009 Newsletter

download October 2009 Newsletter

ACC Calendar of Events 2009-2010
www.FortheChildrenWW.org

September
Board/Orientation Meeting –Wednesday, September 9th from 10-12:00pm at CCS
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline--Friday, September 11th
Irene Hanley Bulb Sale
Frances Hoffman Bunco Party

October
ACC Board Meeting – Wednesday, October 14th from 10-12:00pm at CCS
October 14th - RSVP to Lynn Swick for ACC Endowment Event on November 14th
Lilly Peabody Fashion Lecture/mini Bazaar – Tuesday, October 20th at 7pm
Katie McKay Annual Luncheon—Wednesday, October 21st
Funding Review Committee Meeting
Marjorie Ryan Wreath Sale
Mary Ann Sauvage Poinsettia Sale download Wreaths and Poinsettias Order Form

November
Fr. Thomas Lane Bunco Party – Sunday, November 1st 2-4:00pm at St. Anthony Hall in Renton.
ACC Celebration Mass at St. Bridget’s Parish – Wednesday, November 4th
Mary Helen Heffernan Holiday Boutique—Sunday, November 8th
Celebrate the Children, All Association Event – Saturday, November 14th
Elegant Dinner and BINGO at The Hall at Fauntelroy in West Seattle 9131 California Ave. SW
RSVP to Lynn Swick by October 14th
download RSVP Form
download Event Invitation Details
ACC Board Meeting – Wednesday, November 18th from 10-12:00pm at CCS
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline--Friday, November 20th
St. Bridget’s Bulb and Bake Sale – after 8:30 & 10:30 Masses, Sunday, November 22nd
Dues Deadline--November 30th

December
All Circle Christmas Gifts Project

January
ACC Board Meeting –Wednesday, January 13th from 10-12:00pm at CCS
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline – Friday, January 15th
Calendar Money Deadline—January 31st

February
Fr. Mychal Judge Cosmo’s for a Cause – Friday, February 5th
Fr. Thomas Lane Bunco Party – Sunday, February 7th 2-5:00pm
Labor of Love Auction starts February 27th click on link to the left in the Links Section.
download Procurement Ideas
download Sponsorship Levels
download Donation Solicitation Letter
download Blank Procurement Form

March
Katherine Meloy Annual Spring Luncheon – Saturday, March 6th
ACC Board Meeting –Wednesday, March 10th from 10-12:00pm at CCS
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline – Friday, March 12th
Funding Review Committee Meeting

April
Fr. Vogel Luncheon & Fashion Show – Thursday, April 8th
ACC Board Meeting, Wednesday, April 14th from 10-12:00pm at CCS

May
All Association Luncheon – Wednesday, May 12th
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline – Friday, May 14th

June
ACC Board Meeting/Luncheon/Dinner [to be announced]
Fr. Thomas Lane Bunco Party – Sunday, June 27th 2-5:00pm
June 30th End of Year-Books Close

July
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline – Friday, July 16th

August

September
Board/Orientation Meeting – Wednesday, September 8th from 10-12:00pm at CCS
ACCtion Newsletter Deadline – Friday, September 10th
Irene Hanley Bulb Sale