Center Against Child Exploitation
Protecting Children.Preventing Exploitation.
A Morgantown-based nonprofit working to prevent child exploitation through education, awareness, and community outreach — so kids can grow up safe.
About CACE
Protecting children starts long before harm happens.
The Center Against Child Exploitation is a nonprofit based in Morgantown, West Virginia. We work to prevent child exploitation through education, public awareness, advocacy, and community outreach.
We give parents, educators, schools, and community members the knowledge and tools they need to recognize risks and help keep children safe. By bringing together volunteers, schools, and local partners, we're building a community where prevention comes first.
Our Vision
A future where every child grows up free from exploitation, abuse, trafficking, and online predation.
Our Values
What We Do
Four pillars, one purpose.
Prevention
Evidence-based programs that stop exploitation before it begins, delivered to families, schools, and communities nationwide.
Education
Training for educators, caregivers, and youth that builds the awareness and skills needed to recognize and respond to risk.
Advocacy
Today, that means raising awareness in our own community. In time, we hope to advocate for stronger protections for children across our region.
Resources
Practical guidance and life-saving tools — including free Narcan training and giveaways — for the families and communities we serve.
Programs
The work we're building, program by program.
Some of these are already underway and others are in development. Together they make up how CACE plans to help protect kids across our community.
Child Safety Education
Parent Education
Community Awareness
School Partnerships
Volunteer Development
Public Safety Collaboration
Youth Safety Programs
Online Safety Resources
Our Commitment
Founded in 2026, we are a young organization with a clear and steadfast promise.
Of every gift directed to protecting children
Core pillars guiding all of our work
Prevention resources available online
Unwavering commitment to every child's safety
Leadership
Noah D. Durst
Founder & Director of Operations
Noah grew up in Mount Storm, West Virginia. He's a Criminal Justice student at West Virginia University and serves his community as a firefighter and EMT.
He started CACE because he believes protecting children is something communities have to do together, before harm happens. As Founder & Director of Operations, he handles the day-to-day work of the organization: planning, volunteers, community partnerships, and setting the direction for where CACE goes next.
Resources
Trusted tools for those who protect children.
For Parents & Caregivers
Practical guidance to help keep children safe at home, online, and in the community.
Narcan Training & Access
Free, on-site naloxone (Narcan) training and giveaways for families at our community pop-up events.
Report a Concern
Clear, confidential steps for reporting suspected exploitation or abuse.
Newsroom
Latest from the Center.
Upcoming Events & Pop-Ups
Come find us around Morgantown.
Here's where we'll be next. Stop by for Narcan training, fundraisers, and a chance to meet the team.
Community Narcan Training & Giveaway Pop-Up
Stop by for free, hands-on naloxone (Narcan) training. Everyone who takes part goes home with Narcan at no cost. No sign-up required.
Fall Family Fundraiser
A family-friendly afternoon to support CACE's education and prevention work. Details and location coming soon — check back or email info@cace.org.
Volunteer Interest Meet-Up
Curious about volunteering? Come meet the team, learn what we're building, and find a role that fits. All are welcome.
Volunteer
Lend your time. Help build something that matters.
Most of our roles don't need any experience. If you care about kids and want to help, there's a way for you to pitch in.
Get Involved
Stand with us in protecting children.
As a new nonprofit, your support helps us launch community fundraisers, host prevention pop-ups, and provide free Narcan training and giveaways across the greater Morgantown, WV area. Every contribution makes a real, local difference.
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