CPSEMO’s 37th Annual Breakfast highlighted the organization’s ongoing commitment to supporting children and families across Southeast Missouri, with Interim Director Ryan Essex sharing updates on programs, community impact, and future goals. Essex emphasized the importance of early childhood services, family support initiatives, and strong community partnerships in helping all thrive in safe, nurturing environments. Hear about the challenges facing local families as well as the successes made possible through continued support from donors, volunteers, and advocates. The event served as both a celebration of CPSEMO’s long-standing mission and a call to action for the community to remain engaged in protecting and empowering the region’s most vulnerable populations.