Mary English, Executive Director and Forensic Interviewer

Email: mary.english@regionalcac.org

Anna Sims, Outreach Coordinator and Forensic Interviewer

Email: anna.sims@regionalcac.org

Becky Blackmon, Victim and Family Advocate 

Email: becky.blackmon@regionalcac.org 

ADDRESS

127 West Cobb St.

PO BOX 841

Grove Hill, AL 36451

Phone: 251-275-2804

The Eddie Slayton Memorial Award

The Eddie Slayton Memorial Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Regional Child Advocacy Center. Created by our Board of Directors, this lifetime achievement award recognizes individuals who have gone above and beyond in their efforts to serve and protect children in our community.

Honoring a Legacy

The award is named in loving memory of Eddie Slayton, a dedicated and longtime member of the Regional CAC Board of Directors. Eddie was not only a champion for our organization but a true advocate for children. His legacy of compassion, service, and unwavering commitment to child protection continues to inspire the work we do every day.

About the Award

Presented annually at the Honor Thy Children Dinner and Auction, the Eddie Slayton Memorial Award honors professionals or volunteers who have made a significant and lasting impact on the lives of children in Clarke, Washington, and Choctaw counties.

Nominees should exemplify:

• A strong commitment to child advocacy or protection

• Exceptional service, leadership, or volunteerism

• A record of creating meaningful, positive change in their community

2026 Award Presentation

The 2026 Eddie Slayton Memorial Award will be presented at our annual Honor Thy Children event on:

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
Location: H.G. Pierce Memorial Assembly House, Jackson, Alabama

Submit a Nomination

We encourage community members, partners, and organizations to nominate deserving individuals for this meaningful recognition. If you know someone whose work has made a difference in the lives of local children, we want to hear from you.

NOMINATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 9, 2026

Completed Forms Must Be Returned to The Regional Child Advocacy Center

In Person: 127 W. Cobb St. Grove Hill, AL

By Mail: PO BOX 841 Grove Hill, AL 36451

By Email: mary.english@regionalcac.org

Article for Nominations

Nomination Form

Past Eddie Slayton Memorial Award winners: