More than 200 community members gathered for an afternoon of family fun, safety education, and free giveaways in Corpus Christi.
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – November 5, 2026 – Hilliard Law welcomed Coastal Bend families to its inaugural Safe & Sound Family Fun Night on Wednesday, November 4, transforming the firm's parking lot into a lively community gathering in celebration of National Child Safety and Protection Month.
The free event brought together over 200 attendees, 108 adults and 111 children, for an afternoon filled with family-friendly activities, valuable safety resources, and opportunities to connect with local first responders and community organizations.
Bringing Families Together for Fun and Safety
From smiling children exploring fire trucks to families learning important safety skills, the event offered something for everyone.
Hilliard Law treated guests to free hot dogs, chips, and water, along with emergency roadside safety kits for families. The firm also hosted four car seat giveaways, helping reinforce the importance of keeping children safe while traveling.
Families enjoyed a variety of activities, including a photo booth where guests could capture memories from the afternoon and a children's coloring station that provided a fun, creative space for younger attendees.
Several community partners provided hands-on experiences and educational resources throughout the afternoon.
The Corpus Christi Fire Department and Corpus Christi Police Department connected with families, giving children an opportunity to meet local first responders.
Driscoll Children's Hospital provided free bicycle helmets and shared important information about proper car seat safety, while the American Heart Association offered CPR instruction and distributed CPR kits to attendees.
Together, these activities helped make safety education engaging, accessible, and fun for the entire family.
Community Partners Make the Difference
The success of Safe & Sound Family Fun Night was made possible through the participation and support of numerous Coastal Bend organizations.
Hilliard Law extends its appreciation to the following community partners:
- Corpus Christi Fire Department
- Corpus Christi Police Department, Crime Control & Prevention
- Driscoll Children's Hospital, Injury Prevention Program
- American Heart Association
- Lice Angels
- L.E.A.D. First
- Amistad Community Health
- ProCare Injury Specialists
- American Red Cross
- KidStrong
- Safe & Strong Swim Academy
- New Life Refuge
- Esperanza de Tejas
- Port of Corpus Christi
- Corpus Christi IceRays
- Snowie Bus
Each organization helped create a welcoming environment where families could learn about available resources, connect with local service providers, and enjoy an afternoon together.
Hilliard Law Volunteers Help Bring the Event to Life
Behind the scenes, Hilliard Law team members volunteered their time and energy to help make the inaugural Safe & Sound Family Fun Night a success.
From weeks of planning and preparation to setting up the event space, organizing activities, welcoming guests, assisting families, and handling cleanup, Hilliard Law volunteers played an essential role in bringing Safe & Sound Family Fun Night to life.
Their enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to lend a hand helped create a welcoming experience for everyone who attended. The event was another opportunity for Hilliard Law employees to come together and give back to the community they proudly serve.
A New Tradition for the Coastal Bend
For Hilliard Law, Safe & Sound Family Fun Night was about more than hosting a community event. It was an opportunity to bring families, first responders, healthcare professionals, and nonprofit organizations together around a shared commitment to children's safety and well-being.
With more than 200 community members in attendance, plenty of smiling faces, and enthusiastic participation from local partners, the inaugural event was a wonderful success.
Hilliard Law hopes to make Safe & Sound Family Fun Night an annual tradition, continuing to provide Coastal Bend families with free safety resources, educational opportunities, and meaningful community connections.
Thank You, Coastal Bend!
Hilliard Law extends a heartfelt thank-you to every family, community partner, and Hilliard Law volunteer who helped make the first Safe & Sound Family Fun Night so special.
We look forward to bringing our community together again next year!