The Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center’s 26th annual Hope Grows Here Dinner Auction, an evening to benefit Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center
January 20, 2026
Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center, the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children, and heal families, invites the community to participate in the 26th Annual Hope Grows Here Dinner Auction. Funds raised support services for the children and families affected by abuse.
On February 5, 2026, the Dinner Auction returns to The Cedar Room and is known for its intimate setting and the generosity of its guests. Intending to, once again, raise more than $1 million in one evening, the event has raised funds to cover the cost of comprehensive services for more than 6,000 children and their families since 2001.
This year, the celebration includes an exciting online auction opening to the community on February 1. From unique experiences to fine jewelry, the online auction features donations from incredible local businesses and allows you to support Dee Norton by bidding from the comfort of your home!
Guests attending the Dinner Auction will enjoy cocktails and appetizers while bidding on exciting silent auction items and an exclusive art wall. Following a specially prepared three-course meal, the live auction concludes the evening with luxury vacations, dining experiences, and fine original art.
“The Hope Grows Here Dinner Auction is more than a fundraiser; it is a reflection of what our community can accomplish when we come together to protect children,” said Beverly Hutchison, Executive Director of Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center. “Every dollar raised directly supports Dee Norton’s mission to lead a child-focused, community-wide response to prevent abuse, protect children, and heal families.”
The Center provides expert, comprehensive services from the moment of concern through the healing process at no cost to the family. Since opening in 1991, more than 36,000 children and their families have found hope and healing through the Center.
Help us protect children in our community. Mark your calendars for the online auction, opening February 1, and follow Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center on social media for event updates
and featured auction items. If you are interested in attending on February 5, a limited number of tickets are available. Tickets cost $750 per guest and can be purchased HERE.
For more information regarding tickets, table reservations, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kat Sherwood at [email protected].
Dee Norton currently serves children and families at its 1061 King Street location and the 677 Long Point Road location in Mt. Pleasant. To learn more about how you can help prevent child abuse, visit www.deenortoncenter.org.
About Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center
The Dee Norton Child Advocacy Center is the region’s leading resource to prevent abuse, protect children, and heal families. Primary services include forensic interviews, medical examinations, and mental health assessments, as well as immediate support and coordination. The center also provides evidence-based therapy to child victims and their families. For more information, visit www.deenortoncenter.org.
