Mark Your Calendars!

• 2026 ACCOLADES LUNCHEON
• Advancing Opportunity Through Early Education
•  Friday, October 16, 2026 | Hotel Zaza- Museum District, Houston

CHILDREN AT RISK’s ACCOLADES Luncheon returns on Friday, October 16, 2026, at 11AM at Hotel Zaza- Museum District. This year’s ACCOLADES Luncheon- Advancing Opportunity Through Early Education, celebrates the profound impact early education has on a child’s future and highlights our research into top performing schools across the state.

Through a special interview with Dr. Bob Sanborn and our featured guest speaker (public announcement coming soon), we will explore how early learning experiences influence children’s academic pathways, higher education outcomes, and development as our future leaders.

CHILDREN AT RISK understands the critical importance of child advocacy to enact systems change that will lead to long-term positive impact for children. We continue to lead the way in driving change so that every child receives equitable opportunities, quality education, access to nutrition and healthcare, and remain safe from the dangers of human trafficking and exploitation.

We hope you will join us as a Sponsor at our ACCOLADES Luncheon and celebrate those who are creating brighter futures for our children across our state.

For more information, please contact Nely Sanchez, Sr. Associate Director of Special events, at 832-659-7852 or nsanchez@childrenatrisk.org.