Spotlight Child Program
The Spotlight Child Program is the official entry point into the CC4C family, created specifically to serve children who are residents of Texas (residing in Austin and its surrounding Texas communities) navigating rare or undiagnosed medical conditions.
Applications open each year on August 1st and close in January. While there is no fixed limit on annual acceptances, CC4C typically welcomes 5–10 new Texas children to the program each year, actively supporting 12–16 Spotlight Children at any given time across their first and second years.
Program Eligibility
To qualify for the Spotlight Child Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Texas Residency: Must be a Texas resident, living in the Austin, Texas area and surrounding suburbs.
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Age: Children aged 5–18 (must turn 5 by September 1, 2027).
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Medical Condition: Children diagnosed with a rare or undiagnosed medical condition.
What the 2-Year Program Includes
Spotlight Children and their families commit to a transformative two-year journey where they receive tailored support, community connection, and financial assistance:
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Financial Medical Assistance: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible, non-insured medical expenses (such as specialized testing, therapies, medical equipment, and travel).
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Dream Teams: Pairing with a dedicated local volunteer group (high school teams, businesses, arts groups) that creates uplifting experiences and honorary memberships to foster friendship, confidence, and belonging.
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Family Well-Being: Access to peer support networks and Texas community resources for the entire family, including TRIBE gatherings, Family Fun Days, and special events.
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Uplifting Trips: A sponsored group trip to the National Ability Center in Park City, Utah, offering adaptive experiences that create lasting memories and open new possibilities.
The Spotlight Child Application is available from August 1, 2026 through January 29, 2027.
As part of the application process, families are expected to participate in a meet up as indicated in the application.
Families who apply will be notified of selection decisions in Spring 2027.
Please contact Alison Havens if you have any questions.
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The Journey with CC4C
Years 1–2: Spotlight Child
Families begin their journey with CC4C as Spotlight Children, where they receive special support, encouragement, and community connection. This includes access to financial medical assistance, whole-family wellness resources, Dream Teams, uplifting events, and thoughtful touches like special deliveries and cards from volunteers.
Through age 19: Champion Child
After completing their two years as a Spotlight Child, each child continues with CC4C as a Champion Child. In this stage, they carry forward the friendships, confidence, and community they’ve gained—remaining part of events, receiving ongoing encouragement, and continuing to be celebrated for their strength and spirit.
Age 19 and Beyond: Alumni
At age 19, children transition into CC4C’s Alumni community, and they remain a cherished part of the CC4C family. Alumni carry forward the friendships, confidence, and hope built through their years as Spotlight and Champion Children, and they continue to be celebrated as lifelong members of our community.
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