Building Community Connections at the 2026 Provider Connection Expo

At The Outlet, Inc. and ATO Academy were honored to participate as one of 84 organizations at the 2026 Provider Connection Expo hosted by Prevent Child Abuse Arizona under the direction of Clair Louge, with support from the Maricopa Family Support Alliance. The event brought together direct service providers, nonprofits, agencies, and organizations from across Arizona that are dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families through free or low-cost services.

Held at the Renaissance Glendale on May 12, 2026, the expo created an incredible opportunity for organizations to connect, collaborate, strengthen referral pathways, and learn more about the many resources available throughout Arizona communities.

A Day Full of Meaningful Connections

Coach Peaches and Coach Prince proudly represented At The Outlet, Inc. and ATO Academy throughout the event, engaging with fellow providers, youth-serving professionals, and community leaders. We were excited to meet so many individuals and organizations who were eager to learn more about our mission, programs, and the work we are doing to create emPOWERing opportunities for youth and families.

Throughout the morning, our table welcomed a steady flow of visitors. We were especially encouraged by the number of newsletter and email subscription sign-ups we received, along with the excitement generated around future partnership and collaboration opportunities. Conversations centered around youth development, arts, athletics, education, mentorship, inclusion, and creating safe spaces for young people to thrive.

It was inspiring to witness the genuine interest from other organizations wanting to hear the story behind At The Outlet, Inc. and ATO Academy and explore ways we can collectively support Arizona youth.

Sharing Resources and Community Spirit

To help make our booth interactive and welcoming, we provided a variety of giveaway items including:

• Sensory light bulbs

• Keychains

• Wrist bracelets

• Business cards

• Informational flyers

These small items helped spark conversations while also allowing attendees to leave with resources and reminders about our programs and services.

The Importance of Collaboration

One of the strongest takeaways from the Provider Connection Expo was the reminder that collaboration is essential when serving children and families. Events like this allow organizations to better understand each other’s services, identify referral opportunities, and build stronger support systems for the communities we serve.

Prevent Child Abuse Arizona has served as Arizona’s leading child maltreatment prevention organization for more than 30 years. Through advocacy, education, training, and community collaboration, the organization works to strengthen families and protect children across the state. Their mission focuses on prevention, early support, and building connected systems of care for Arizona families.

We are grateful to Prevent Child Abuse Arizona, Clair Louge for organizing such a thoughtful and impactful event that truly centered connection, partnership, and prevention.

Looking Ahead

The energy and encouragement we experienced at the expo reaffirmed the importance of continuing to expand our programs and community partnerships. We are excited about the new relationships formed and look forward to future opportunities to collaborate with organizations that share our passion for empowering youth and strengthening families.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth, subscribed to our updates, shared resources, and took the time to connect with us. We are excited for what’s ahead and proud to continue building community throughout Arizona.